“So I have something to tell you.”
“Don’t give me that stuff about going for a ride in the car, which ends up at the vet.”
No, it’s nothing like that.”
“But it is similar in its horrific conclusion.”
“You are drawing the wrong conclusions. It’s a good thing.”
“Nothing good ever comes after the phrase, ‘I’ve got something to tell you.'”
“Well, this is good news. Your Aunt Beth is coming to visit.”
“That is good news. When does she get here?”
“She gets here tomorrow and then will be staying until next Thursday.”
“Wow, that’s a nice long visit. She bringing Jake?”
“No, Jake will be staying home. He doesn’t exactly like to fly.”
“What dog does like to fly. It would have been nice to see him.”
“Yeah, but just not this time.”
“It will be good to see Aunt Beth. I really enjoy trying to bite her nose.”
Yeah, about that. There’ll be no nose biting this trip.”
“I just pretend that I’m going to do it. Drives her crazy.”
“I’m going to tell her to ignore you if you jump at her.”
“Okay, I’ll behave myself. Maybe just a toe nibble.”
“No toes either. There’s another thing.”
“Ah ha, I knew it. It’s the vet, right?”
“No, we are going to take a break while she is here. This will be the last post till next Thursday, the 27th. Going to be off social media as well.”
“Giving the readers a break. A good idea.”
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That face! Lucy, I just want to hug you and kiss you. Have fun with Aunt Beth. I bet she will love you to bits. xo
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Yes she will. Thanks, Darlene.
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Have a great visit with your daughter, John! Let’s hope Twiggy can avoid the toe temptation! 😂 Hugs 🤗💕🙂
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It will be hard I’m sure. Thank you, Harmony. Hugs back.
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Enjoy every moment, John. There’s no greater gift than being with a treasured child. Memories come alive and new dreams are birthed – the blessed circle of life.💞
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So well said, Gwen. looking forward to those times. 😊
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Too funny!! Have a good break John!
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Thank you, Cindy
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You’re welcome John!!
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The expression on Twiggy’s face may be impassive, but I can hear the wheels of that little doggie brain whirring from here. I’d keep an eye on her.
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She seems to figure out how to create mayhem so your advice is on point. Thanks, Linda.
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Enjoy the break. Hope all noses and toes are kept safe.
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I hope so too. Thanks, Charles.
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Enjoy Beth’s visit, Twiggy!
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I think we all will, Vera. Thanks.
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Have fun, Twiggy! You can catch us up next week!! ❤
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Most certainly. 😁
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I think this is a first break, John. You never take breaks. Enjoy it and see you too.
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It is the longest anyway. Thank you, Robbie. 😁
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Hey, we can all use a break sometime, John. At least you have a good reason!
Say hello to Aunt Beth for me.
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Will do, GP. She reads my nonsense so she is familiar with regulars such as you. 😁
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Uh-oh…. there’s no sneaking under the radar, eh?
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Nope.
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A break! How will I cope. Good about the nose biting though
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So happy to know Beth is coming for a visit and that you will be taking a much-deserved break. Taking the time to love and be with your family is a true blessing in life. God bless you, John…enjoy this time with Beth. 🐳
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Enjoy your family time, John! A social media break sounds good to me. 🙂 Hugs to Twiggy.
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Thank you, Jill.
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Enjoy your Aunt Beth and your break. Twiggy, remember no nose biting, even if it’s just pretend. 🙂
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Thank you, Miss Jeanie. I’ll behave myself. 😊
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I’ll bet no one, canine or human, has ever uttered these words before: “It will be good to see Aunt Beth. I really enjoy trying to bite her nose.” Enjoy your break!
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I think you are right. Thank you, Liz. I think it will be good to get away.
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You’re welcome, John.
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I’m getting vision of Lee Marvin wearing a steel nose plate. Enjoy your family time.
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Ha ha ha. Good vision.
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Have a wonderful visit, John. Give Twiggy belly rubs from me. (Just watch your nose and toes while you do.)
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Thank you, Staci. I will watch her for sure. 😁
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BTW, I like your new blog header.
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Thank you. 😁
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Family time is always heartwarming. ❤ Enjoy it, John.
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Thank you, Tim. I will.
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Twiggy’s face says so much, lol. Enjoy your time with family, John!
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Thank you, Teri. I know I will.
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“Don’t give me that stuff about going for a ride in the car, which ends up at the vet.” The expression on her face fits that line perfectly. 🙂
Enjoy the time with your daughter, John. Twiggy – no nose or toe nibbles!
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Thank you, Joan. I can’t guarantee the toes Miss Joan. You have to understand how glad I am to see her.
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I have a feeling, Miss Twiggy, that you aren't the only one who's happy to see her.
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I think you are right, Miss Joan.
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Enjoy the visit and the break, John.
Twiggy’s right, “Nothing good ever comes after the phrase, ‘I’ve got something to tell you.’”
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Ha ha ha. Thanks, Dan
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Her expression tells me all I need to know. So cute. I’m sure you will love Aunt Beth to bites, Twiggy. I mean ‘to bits!’ Enjoy the break, John.
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To bites fits, Lois. Good thing the whole deal only lasts a couple of minutes.
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A Twiggy! What a personality! And that face- who can resist? I envy Aunt Beth.. have a great time off!
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Thank you, Noelle. W will have fun. 😊
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This made me laugh…biting Aunt Beth’s nose as if it were a parlor game, like Twister, or Monopoly. I also love the array of Twiggy poses, as if Avedon was behind the lens, not Daddy who may have missed his calling as a fashion photographer. Twiggy also would have been a big hit in Playboy, in her birthday suit describing her hobbies. Here’s to Aunt Beth and her nose we hope won’t need an icepack. :
Miss Howell, could you turn a little bit more to the left.? We think it’s your better side. : )
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Ready for that close up Mr. DeMille. Thanks for the smiles, Susannah. Twiggy has to work on her lady poses for sure. 😁
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She’s so cute, and I am so happy she snapped back so fast. Nature…we should never doubt her.
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Woohoo, Twiggy! Have a great time visiting with your Auntie. Perhaps you can figure out another ‘furbulous’ way to enjoy the visit. 😉 Stay cool and have fun.
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Thank you Miss Monika. My dad definitely disapproves of my methods of greeting so I usually hold off. 😁
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Enjoy your visit!
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Thank you, Maggie. I will .
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LOL! I hope Twiggy can resist her nose and toes! Have a wonderful visit and enjoy the break.
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I have a squirt bottle handy in case she forgets. She hates that.
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😀 Diva Dog did too.
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I guess it must be pretty insulting. At least that’s the way Twiggy reacts.
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We are in love. ❤️
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Thank you. Your site is beautiful
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Enjoy your visit John! Hugs, C
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Thank you, Cheryl. Hugs back.
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Enjoy yourself! We’ll be here when you get back.
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Thank you, Pam. 😁
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Twiggy rather looks like she’s up to something, John. Perhaps she’s plotting some mischief? I hope you have a wonderful visit with family … and a restful, happy blogging break. We all need to kick back now and then!
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I agree Debby. In 10 years I’ve only taken 3 days. Let’s see how this works.
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Have a good time, you two!
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Thank you, John
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Maybe Auntie Beth will bring Twiggy a new toy and play with her a bit. Enjoy your break with family!
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I think she just might play with Twiggy.
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Have a great visit with Aunt Beth and enjoy your time off social media! XO
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Thank you. Marie
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Let the visit will be great, dear John. I hope it will make Twiggy a bit happier. She is so sad…Well…they perceive death in their own way…. 🌹🍻🍻🍻🍤🍤🍤
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So true, Maria. Thanks
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Awwww … we’re really going to miss you and Twiggy, but I hope you both have a wonderful time with Aunt Beth, and that she leaves with all her body parts intact! Have fun!!!
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Thanks, Jill
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Have a lovely time, John. We’ll miss you, but you do deserve a break. Big hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan. 😊
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Hope you all enjoy the break John.
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She is adorable, John! Have a good visit with Aunt Beth and enjoy your break! 🤗
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Have the best time, John!
Twiggy…. no biting!!!
I think kissing is okay. Ask dad about that!
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Kissing works every time. 💋💋💋💋
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I hope you are enjoying your break!
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Yes, indeed.
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Awww! ❤️❤️❤️ LOVE this!
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Thank you, Rachel.
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No nose-biting or responding to this comment until after your break, John and Twiggy. Have fun.
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Thank you, Diana.
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Good for you John, I hope you’re enjoying your break and Twiggy isn’t nipping any toes. 🙂
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Thank you, Debby. I am.
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🙂
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Lol, so sweet! Ironic that I’m going on hiatus now.
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Have a good break, Traci.
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Twiggy is always the star of the show.
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At least on this blog. No wait. She demands to be the star always.
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Hahaha!
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