Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Her Ball

“How about playing with your ball?”

“Give it a toss and I’ll go get it.”

“There you go.”

“I got it.”

“Bring it here, and I’ll toss it again.”

“Not sure I want to chase it.”

“So what are you going to do?”

“Love on it. What else?”

“Why are you at the door?”

“Loving on a ball is an indoor activity.”

“I see. So you are surrounded with comfort.”

“Oh, dad, you are so wise.”

“Does that taste good?”

“Look at this tongue. What do you think?”

“I guess it does.”

“It sure does. Sometimes, there is nothing finer.”

“I’ll take your word. By the Way. We are taking a blog break until next Thursday. I have a family thing to attend.”

“So that is the day I’m here normally, right?”

“Right.”

“So you are taking a blog break until next Thursday.”

“You are so right. Mom staying?”

“Yup.”

“Have fun.”

“Thanks.”

 

105 comments

  1. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Enjoy your blog break.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Charles. I will. 😊

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  2. Darlene's avatar

    Twiggy sure loves that ball. Enjoy your blog break. See you soon.

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  3. Dale's avatar

    Ball lovin’ is definitely an indoor thing.
    Enjoy your break – I hope it’s a happy family thing.
    We’ll be here when you get back!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is happy. Thanks, Dale.

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      1. Dale's avatar

        Excellent! Have a wonderful week!

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Dale.

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  4. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    Enjoy your much deserved break. Take care of the family, Twiggy!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jill. It is a graduation celebration

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      1. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

        Congrats to the graduate!

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Jill

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  5. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Ah ha …. Twiggy is one who likes chasing the ball but doesn’t break it back. Then again, maybe it was too hot outside. Have a good week … and next Thursday means Twiggy isn’t taking a blog break.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That is what she was saying. Thanks, Frank.

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  6. shoreacres's avatar

    Of course I have to say it: have a ball while you’re gone!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thak you, Linda. I’m sure I will. Love the pun.

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  7. Jaye Marie & Anita Dawes's avatar

    A break can be as good as a rest, see you later, John…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes. See you, Jaye.

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  8. coldhandboyack's avatar

    Mine won’t bring it back either. Enjoy your time away.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Craig. I will. 😊 Bratty bulldogs is what we have.

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  9. GP's avatar

    Enjoy, John! I sincerely hope it’s a fun family thing!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is, GP. Thanks.

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  10. Staci Troilo's avatar

    Safe travels, John. Nice to see Twiggy will be surrounded by comfort while you’re away. Give her belly rubs from me.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Staci. I’m sure you know that if you didn’t send belly rubs I wouldn’t get any. 😁

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      1. Staci Troilo's avatar

        Better watch that your nose doesn’t grow, Twiggy! Your mom and dad love you bunches and bunches, and I know they give you belly rubs and ear scratches all the time. But I’m rather fond of you, too, so I like to send some your way.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          I appreciate them too. 🤗

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  11. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    We’ll be waiting for you, Twiggy! Oh, and your Dad’s return too!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. Thanks, Miss Annette.

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  12. robbiesinspiration's avatar

    So cute, John. Enjoy your break.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Robbie. I will. 😊

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  13. quiall's avatar

    I’m sure Twiggy will have lots of trouble to get into while you’re gone. She’ll tell us too!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think she might have a story or two. Thanks, Pam.

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  14. Harmony Kent's avatar

    “Loving on a ball is an indoor activity.” … no truer words ever spoken! 😂 Have a good celebration, John, and safe travels. We’ll all see you when you’re back 💕😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Harmony. 🤗

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  15. circadianreflections's avatar

    Enjoy your blogging break!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Deborah. 😊

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  16. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    Twiggy sure likes her ball! 🙂 Sometimes one has to take a break from the established routine.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true. Especially when it is party time. Thanks, Tim.

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      1. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

        Party break! 😀

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  17. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    I got such a big kick out of Twiggy’s ball-loving activity. Enjoy your break!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Liz. It should be a fun time.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  18. Mae Clair's avatar

    She is so cute with her little ball!
    I hope you enjoy your blog break and your family gathering. Have a good one, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Mae. It should be fun.

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  19. Lynn's avatar

    Enjoy your break John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lynn

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  20. lois's avatar

    Are you sure Twiggy is not a small person in disguise? Your conversations are so human. Enjoy the break, John. I’ll wait to see Twiggy next week. And you, too.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think she might be a small person. She sure acts like one. Thanks, Lois.

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  21. noelle's avatar

    So we won’t miss Twiggy but we WILL miss you, John. Relax on your break!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Noelle. I will relax.

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  22. D.L. Finn, Author's avatar
    D.L. Finn, Author · ·

    Enjoy your blog break, John 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Denise.

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  23. Debbie's avatar

    Happy graduation — enjoy your break, John! Monk has a ball just like Twiggy’s, only it’s the bigger variety (he’s got a big mouth, ha!!)

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We have the big edition too but Twiggy likes the little one better.

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  24. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    I know how hot it still is there, so she’s a smart cookie, who deserves one, for loving indoors. If it were me, that’s what I would do. Love near the air-conditioning. Maybe as she canoodles she thinks of Lucy. I’ll just bet. The French tend to keep their paws close to their vest… but I’ll just bet. Stay safe.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I believe you are right about her thoughts of Lucy.

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      1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

        You wonder about their thoughts…the 4-legged. We think because they’re playing ball they don’t mourn…but I know in my heart that’s not true. sigh

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          I know that too

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  25. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    I just finished throwing that same ball (Hello Petco) to our dog Lulu five minutes ago. It’s one of the few that has held up for more than a day or two.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      o important to have quality toys. Thanks, Pete.

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  26. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    It’s no fun chasing balls (no matter how much you love them) in the heat. Good plan on ‘loving’ it indoors, Twiggy. Tell your Dad to have a safe break. We’ll be here when he returns.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Monika.

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  27. Teri Polen's avatar

    Enjoy your break, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Teri.

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  28. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    I can see why Twiggy would rather be inside with the ball – AC and a plush rug! Enjoy your break, Twiggy.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jo.

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  29. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    Safe travels, John. Thanks for sharing these adorable photos!

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  30. Dan Antion's avatar

    Enjoy the break, John. But before you leave, are you sure Twiggy has enough comfy spots to rest on?

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  31. Joan Hall's avatar

    Enjoy your time away, John. Twiggy will take good care of Mom as she’ll take good care of Twiggy.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Joan.

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  32. Jennie's avatar

    Have fun, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jennie

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      1. Jennie's avatar

        You are welcome.

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      2. Jennie's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  33. kethuprofumo's avatar

    Twiggy’s yoga ball! What a wonderful activity, dear John! I see that Mr. Eel & Mr. Bee are invited. Happy family event! (Well…I hope that it is happy indeed). 😊🍤🍤🍤🍻

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is happy, Maria. Thank you. 🥂🍰

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  34. Sorryless's avatar

    I love that ball, go Twiggy.

    All the best during you time away Boss.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Marc. 😊

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  35. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    With a rug like that to lie on, all games sound like indoor games…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true. Thanks, Ankur.

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  36. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    I hope you’re having a relaxing and splendid time, John. You certainly deserve a break. They’re rare with you. Hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Had a great time, Teagan. Thanks for your good wishes. As you can see, I totally dropped out. It was divine.

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  37. srbottch's avatar

    A blog break? You? That might be a challenge. ‘See you’ next week.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Steve.

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  38. Resa's avatar

    Atta girl Twiggy!
    “Love that ball” is a wonderful activity.
    So… dad’s gone for a week.
    Are you plotting…. erm . …planning anything special for when he returns?
    In the meantime, here’s some love balls for you!
    🥎ꭓ🎾ꭓ🧶ꭓ🏀ꭓ

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Resa. Yes, I plan to engage in some philosophical activity. He’ll love it.

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      1. Resa's avatar

        Ahh, uh huh!
        Well, you should have no problem there.
        I only hope he understands everything you’ll be presenting. 😉⧖

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          He usually does. 😁X

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  39. D. Wallace Peach's avatar

    That’s a Twiggy-sized ball. So cute and perfect for the cute pup. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Diana.

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  40. Ilsa Rey's avatar

    Super sweet. 🙂 I hope you enjoyed your family activity!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Sure did, Betsy. Thanks

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  41. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.'s avatar

    Hope you had a lovely break John and enjoyed being with family… love that rug.. and a perfect place to give some love to the ball. hugs

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Sally. Yes, Twiggy knows how to love a ball. 🤗

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  42. dgkaye's avatar

    I hope you enjoyed your break John. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Very much so, Debby. Thanks

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  43. Grant at Tame Your Book's avatar
    Grant at Tame Your Book! · ·

    That’s one fine looking pup, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Grant. She has been with us for five years and is a rescue.

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