“How’s cheeseburger doing today, Twiggy?”
“He looks pretty tired. I think I need to play with someone else.”
“Fishbone looks rested.”
“Yeah, that’s true. Let me take a sniff.”
“So?”
“I think he needs a bath.”
“There must be something over there that you will want to play with, isn’t there?”
“I’ve had my eye on the chuck-it ball.”
“Well, then go for it.”
“A little problem, Dad.”
“What’s that?”
“Chuck-it is stuck inside the igloo.”
“Can’t you get it out?”
“Not that easy. Gotta make sure the sides of the igloo don’t get in the way. Way too much work.”
“You giving up?”
“No, just taking a breather. It’s hot today.”
“I don’t want to mention that the temperature has been the same inside the house for weeks. Here I took it out for you.”
“Oh, thank you. It is just that chuck-it is more or less an outside toy.”
“You can play with him inside too.”
“I know that. I think playing with him outside is more fun.”
“That’s all well and good, but it’s 105 degrees out there.”
“And for our Celcus friends, that’s almost 41 degrees. I guess outside is not an option.”
“So what now?”
“I think I’ll just chill here inside and maybe get Mr. Eel to play with me later.”
“You okay with that?”
“Sure am. In fact, it sounds pretty good given the blowtorch conditions outside.”
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Blowtorch conditions. Great way to describe a hot day.
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We has winds n the 15s gusting to 60 last night. Could take you skin off it seems.
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Ouch. That’s brutal. Also would make a great fantasy terrain.
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It would for sure.Weather forecast – Hot with firestorms later today.
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I’m in Eastland Co. Tuesday it hit 107, and our A/C couldn’t keep up. Outside, the sun hit my skin, and it felt like you do when you stand too close to a campfire. Only gonna be in the low 90s today!
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I was outside and got the campfire feeling as well. The feels like was 116. Sad when we look forward to 90 degrees.
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Tough day for a lonesome Twiggy who is stuck inside. Looks like she needs more toys!
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It is funny. She has favorites and rotates them. Others are an occasional use like the igloo. That toy is designed to hide balls and for her to pull them out. Thanks, Frank.
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That is way too hot to play outside. I imagine it must be tough being bored by too many toys, eh, Twiggy? How you holding up?
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She doesn’t believe in the too many toys concept. She is doing well and definitely does not like the heat. Thanks, Dale.
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Of course she doesn’t. And I am happy to hear that and can you blame her? It’s life-sucking when it is too hot!
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Especially for bulldogs. They just don’t do well in heat. Thanks, Dale.
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I don’t doubt that with their squished-in noses…
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Flat faced dogs they call them.
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Apologies… 🙂
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None needed. Squished noses works too.
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She’s so adorable either way!
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Whoa, 105 degrees?! No wonder Twiggy is at sixes and sevens today.
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Yes indeed. 😊
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That’s way too hot. My own bulldogs need watching in the upper eighties.
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Twiggy too. Way too hot for sure.
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All things considered, I think I’d chill with the igloo! (although that cheeseburger looks pretty tasty).
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Cheeseburger is a favorite. 😁
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I’m so glad Twiggy has Cheeseburger to keep her company. I forget about him, as well as Chuck and Wishbone. And of course, she has you.. We know who our friends are when we really need them.
I wish I could send a breeze via Fedex.. If only.
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She has all her toy friends for sure. She is playing with them which is important and good. I would love a breeze by Fedex. If only indeed. 😊
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I’m glad she’s okay. Big worry lifted.
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For us too. 😁
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Twiggy is looking good.
Did you save any toys with Lucy’s scent on them?
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Lucy didn’t do much toy playing for the last few months. We didn’t toss anything so it could be her scent is here.
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Wow! That’s hot. I think it’s best for man and beast to stay inside. (here I was complaining at 31 celsius)
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We have had a hellacious spring. Stay cool, Darlene.
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You wonder how people without A/C manage. Twiggy is fortunate to have a place to cool down after taking care of business outside. Be safe, John!
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She loved the tile floor for that. Thanks, Jill.
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Can’t say that I blame Twiggy for wanting to stay inside. I’m with Jill. How do people survive without air-conditioning?
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I have no idea. Think of the 1800s
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Makes me glad I live in the 21st century!
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Me too.
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We’ve been having rolling outages for the past couple of days. The second the AC shuts off, I feel like I’m in an oven. I’m sure that’s my mind playing tricks on my internal thermostat, but I’m immediately hot. When I was a kid, we didn’t even have AC. Funny how pampered I’ve become without even realizing it. I hope you, the Producer, and Twiggy find a way to stay cool.
Ear scratches for Twiggy. 💕
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Thank you, Miss Staci. I love your ear scratches. We are cool as long as the A/C holds out
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My heart goes out to Twiggy. Still looking for the warmth up here but I don’t think I want what you have!
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I don’t think you do. Thanks, Pam.
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Blowtorch conditions…😳 BTW, how is Twiggy doing?
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She is doing better each day. She still gets up early since Lucy is not sound asleep next to her. Other than that she is doing well.
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Thank you for letting me know, John.❤️
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How lucky we have A/C. I’ve been reading about the outrageous temps in Texas – unbelievable. But then we went on a business trip to Las Vegas when it was 110 at night after a day much higher. But you have humidity. too, right? Belly rubs and treats for Twiggy. She might have to play with the ball inside!
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I remember meetings in Las Vegas. Those nighttime temps wee killers. We get high 80s at night which seem cool. Thanks, Noelle.
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It is as hot as a blowtorch! I hope you all stay cool and Twiggy finds something good to play with inside!
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We are doing that, Deborah. Thanks.
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Twiggy, I wandered around Paris last summer in 41Celsius weather. Trust me, you are better off to play inside!
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Thank you, Miss Lynn. I agree. None of that outside stuff for. Thanks. 😊
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She sure looks cute and is also logical. When it’s that hot outside, it’s better to play inside. Hope you and yours have a good day, John. 🙂
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Thank you, Tim. The same to you
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Oh John, I’m so sorry about the loss of your other dog, I know that’s so tough Stay cool and love to all.
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Thank you, Cindy. 😊
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You’re very welcome John! 💞
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105!?!? Wow. We’ve got clouds, drizzle, and an unseasonal 63. It would be nice to have a balance between those two.
I hope Twiggy finds a toy she likes. Of course, with all those options, something is bound to turn up!
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She manages to find one. She ended up playing with cheeseburger after all.
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LOVE this, Being Hot and Bothered, to not be bothered I so understand… Though 41C I would be a pool on the floor in which that Fish Toy could swim in. 😀
Our cat has not know where to put himself in our English heat, Wandering in and out in the shade.. … and it is only from low to mid 20C s… 22C today.. Thankfully some breeze today… So I feel for Twiggy.. xx ❤
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I hope you get a breeze. Thanks Sue.
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Thank you it’s cooler today .. I’m so grateful I’m not experiencing your high temperatures ..
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Sounds great. 😊
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I don’t know how you’re coping with that high heat, John. It’s a good thing Twiggy doesn’t have Monkey’s heavy fur coat! I imagine she really misses Lucy, too. You and the Producer can understand what happened, but a wee pup like Twiggy is bound to be puzzled over her big sis’s absence. Give her a hug for me!
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We don’t do well in the high heat. We still go into the yard but don’t stay long. I think Twiggy is getting over missing Lucy but who knows? I will give her a hug. Thank you, Debbie.
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Poor Twiggy. It is obvious that she misses Lucy. I’m glad to learn that Mr. Eel is still her favourite. Hot greetings to him.🍤🍤🍤🍻🙂🌞
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Thank, you, Maria. Mr. Eel sends greetings back.
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Oh, what an honour for me, dear John! 🌹😊
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I’d want to stay inside too! In Alabama we’ve mostly been in the 70’s & 80’s and even that’s too hot for me! Smart Twiggy!
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Thank you, Mar. 😊
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Gulp… I’m not sure English cells function at that heat. We’re genetically inadequate. Hope Lucy chooses wisely.
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It’s obvious Twiggy is a character actress.
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For sure
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You guys get it all there in Texas, John. I suppose 105 is better than a tornado.
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We get those too. 😁
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You all have really been getting it, John. My parents are just down the road from you and say the heat has been epic. Glad that Twiggy is playing it smart and staying in.
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Epic is a great word to describe the heat, Lori. She gets her walk in the morning when it is relatively cool. Then it is snooze city. 😁
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Blowtorch conditions is an apt description, John. I am with Twiggy about staying indoors for now.
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Yes indeed, Jan.
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I would stay inside if the temperature was above 100, too! We been the opposite here and I had to run the heater.
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How I envy you. 😊
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I hope we don’t get that heatwave! Good thing Twiggy has plenty of toys indoors.
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So true, Eilene. she is staying inside these days. I hope you have a super weekend.
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I love watching dogs sort through their toys. They have to find the right one! 105? Yikes! I’d stay inside, too.
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Yes indeed. 107 next week. 😳
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I hope you can stay cool, John.
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Yeah it is going to be rough. I hope the grid can hold on.
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Where do they want you to set your thermostat?
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They are saying no lower than 78. That’s were I am normally. We have ceiling fans in every room and any lower it seems cold.
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That’s not bad.
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we have had this inside temp since 2001 here in Texas.
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“I’ll just chill here inside”
Best idea these days, John: stay cool!
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I think so, Pit. No chopping wood this week.
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Even reading the words make me sweat.
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I know how you feel.
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Hi John, I think Twiggy made the right decision. That is too hot for me. And she has the right idea just chillin’ on that comfy sofa. Stay cool and take care of each other.
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I agree, Lauren. We are doing that.
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Don’t blame Twiggy for staying inside. Looks like there’s plenty of toy options. 🙂
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There are a few. 😁
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Twiggy looks adorable, John.
She’s got that well loved look.
I wonder if she smells Lucy on the toys? Did you buy her any new toys?
Twiggy, don’t go out in that heat! It’s cooler here.. 35c with the humidex, so 100f.
Still, cool is inside. Does dad drink iced coffee?
Okay, I’ll be by to visit you next week.
Give this to dad for me, and grab one for yourself!
💋💋💋💋💋
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Thank you, Miss Resa. Lucy’s scent is not on the toys since she didn’t play with them for the last six months. Mom and dad did buy me some new toys but I really like my old ones best. Thank yu for the kind words. No dad does not drink iced coffee. He likes it hot. Thank you for the 💋 I did pass the other four to dad. He is very pleased. 💋 💋 💋 💋
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Oh goody! I’m happy your toys are the ones you like best.
Hmm, I guess dad like hot coffee, because he’s hot!
Anyway, glad you caught a kiss for you!
More for dad!
💋 💋 💋 💋
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Thank you, Miss Resa. Dad send these back
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Awww, you have the best dad!
I’ll go with his classic here!
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Always good 🤗😘 🤗😘 🤗😘 🤗😘
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Hi John, that is really hot, it’s definitely better to play inside.
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Yes it is. Thanks, Robbie.
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Holy hotness! You’re both best off inside. Maybe Twiggy will have a new friend again soon? 🙂
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It would be nice if she did. Thanks, Debby.
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🙂
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Staying inside sounds like the right choice. 41C is something. Looks like we are getting competition. In the year of our coolest ever summer.
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Go figure. 😁
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