Thursday – A Little Personal – The Day Off.

October 5, 2023 · by John W. Howell · in A Little Personal · 97 Comments

“So, what’s going on, Twiggy?

“We got our COVID booster and man, I’m wiped out.”

“Wait a minute. I got the Covid booster. Why are you wiped out?”

“I think it might be a sympathy wipeout.”

“I certainly hope you don’t feel as bad as I do.”

“I think that is a worthy hope.”

“Well, either way, it is comforting having you near.”

“I feel the same.”

“I think we should spend the day on the couch.”

“Sign me up for sure.”

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97 comments

Charles Yallowitz · October 5, 2023 - 4:32 am ·

Nothing like a cuddle potato when you’re feeling bad or sick.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:04 am ·
  
  So true. 😊
  
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GP · October 5, 2023 - 5:53 am ·

New booster got to you, eh? At least you get empathy from the little one.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:05 am ·
  
  That is true. She is very supportive.
  
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coldhandboyack · October 5, 2023 - 6:00 am ·

Science will never surpass the medicine a good dog can provide.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:06 am ·
  
  The dog soother is the best. 😁
  
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Jill Weatherholt · October 5, 2023 - 6:15 am ·

Twiggy’s compassion is heartwarming. I hope you feel better soon, John.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:06 am ·
  
  Better today, Jill. Thanks.
  
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Liz Gauffreau · October 5, 2023 - 6:29 am ·

I hope you and Twiggy feel better soon!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:06 am ·
  
  Thanks, Liz. We do. 😊
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · October 5, 2023 - 7:51 am ·
    
    I’m very glad to hear it, John!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:47 am ·
      
      😊
      
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Annette Rochelle Aben · October 5, 2023 - 6:38 am ·

Cozy cuddles

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:07 am ·
  
  For sure.
  
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Staci Troilo · October 5, 2023 - 6:39 am ·

Ah, the sympathy wipeout. That’s powerful stuff. I hope you and Twiggy (and the Producer, if she’s under the weather) feel better soon. Sending her extra belly scratches.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:08 am ·
  
  Thank you for the belly scratches, Miss Staci. Yes 24 hours makes a difference. 😁
  
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John Hric · October 5, 2023 - 6:48 am ·

I hope you all feel better soon.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:08 am ·
  
  Thanks, John.
  
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robbiesinspiration · October 5, 2023 - 7:32 am ·

Hi John, I’ve had covid 4 times despite the vaccinations. I hope your booster gives you good protection 💗

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:35 am ·
  
  I have not had COVID so I hope the booster works.
  
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  1. robbiesinspiration · October 6, 2023 - 5:39 am ·
    
    🙏💝
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 7:07 am ·
      
      🤗
      
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noelleg44 · October 5, 2023 - 7:37 am ·

Get in lots of cuddles. My husband has Covid and I am hoping I don’t get it on top of the cold I already have.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:36 am ·
  
  I hope so too, Noelle.
  
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Teri Polen · October 5, 2023 - 7:44 am ·

A sympathy wipeout – Twiggy is loyal. My coworker yesterday was also pretty out of it after having her booster. Get some rest, John!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:46 am ·
  
  Yeah did all day yesterday. Feel much better today.
  
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Kymber Hawke · October 5, 2023 - 7:53 am ·

Just when I think the morning is getting off to a rough start, I come across Twiggy’s sympathy wipeout. LOLOL Suddenly, I’m smiling again! I hope you feel better soon, after having gotten the Covid shot.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:48 am ·
  
  Thank you, Kymber. Feel much better.
  
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  1. Kymber Hawke · October 5, 2023 - 10:50 am ·
    
    I’m so glad to hear it. 🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:53 am ·
      
      😊
      
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T. W. Dittmer · October 5, 2023 - 7:57 am ·

She sure looks wiped out. The vaccination & boosters hit some folks pretty hard, but I think it’s better than the disease.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:48 am ·
  
  I think so too. Especially for us compromised types.
  
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Dale · October 5, 2023 - 8:11 am ·

I concur. That is THE best way to spend the day – especially when the boost takes away your energy (quite an oxymoron, isn’t it?)

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:49 am ·
  
  It is an oxymoron for sure.
  
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  1. Dale · October 5, 2023 - 11:00 am ·
    
    Hope you feel better sooner than later!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 11:28 am ·
      
      Much better today. Thanks, Dale.
      
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    2. Dale · October 5, 2023 - 11:29 am ·
      
      Good!
      
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    3. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 11:30 am ·
      
      😁
      
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House of Heart · October 5, 2023 - 8:15 am ·

Twiggy’s the best. We all need company when we’re in misery. Congratulations on getting the booster. 🙌

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:49 am ·
  
  Thanks, Holly.
  
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  1. House of Heart · October 5, 2023 - 3:13 pm ·
    
    Thank you!
    
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shoreacres · October 5, 2023 - 8:25 am ·

No more Covid shots for me, but I certainly sympathize. I discovered this weekend that the second shingles shot can produce the same sort of effects. Glad to hear that all of you are feeling better!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:50 am ·
  
  I had the shingles shot and you are so right. Thanks, Linda.
  
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lois · October 5, 2023 - 9:48 am ·

I received my Covid booster on Saturday. Sunday laid me out. Cats looked at me like, “hello. we still need to be fed.” I should have contacted Twiggy for some support.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:52 am ·
  
  Yes indeed. Twiggy was a big comfort. G;ad it is only a one day deal. Thanks, Lois.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · October 5, 2023 - 10:26 am ·

Nice to have a sympathy wipeout partner. Feel better.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 10:53 am ·
  
  I do today. Thanks, Denise.
  
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  1. D.L. Finn, Author · October 5, 2023 - 10:54 am ·
    
    🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 11:28 am ·
      
      😊
      
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Joan Hall · October 5, 2023 - 11:16 am ·

Twiggy looks exactly how I felt when I got COVID shot. Wiped out!

Hope you’re feeling better soon, John. Twiggy too!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 11:29 am ·
  
  Yes. Today is much better. Thanks, Joan.
  
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Susannah Bianchi · October 5, 2023 - 11:20 am ·

See how loyal dogs are. If Dad and Mom are down for the count, so’s Twiggy. Sign me up for sure. Hope it passes quickly.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 11:29 am ·
  
  Yup. Feel much better today. Thanks, Susannah.
  
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Darlene · October 5, 2023 - 12:10 pm ·

Nice to know Twiggy is there for you. Hope you’re feeling better soon. xo

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 2:23 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Darlene. Much better today.
  
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Teagan Riordain Geneviene · October 5, 2023 - 12:12 pm ·

Haha… sympathy wipeout… This is an adorable post, John. I hope you get over the side effects soon. Big hugs.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 2:23 pm ·
  
  Much better today, Teagan. Thank you.
  
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Debbie · October 5, 2023 - 12:55 pm ·

Rest well, my friend. Better to feel under-the-weather for 24-48 hours than to be laid up in a hospital with “beekeeper suits” hovering around you. Give Twiggy a hug for me — nothing like a sympathetic fur-kid when you need one!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 2:24 pm ·
  
  I agree, Debbie. I feel much better today. Thank you.
  
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The Coastal Crone · October 5, 2023 - 2:02 pm ·

I am sure Twiggy sensed you were not feeling well, John. Glad you got your booster. It is on my to do list.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 2:25 pm ·
  
  I think she did as well. Thanks, Jo.
  
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quiall · October 5, 2023 - 3:01 pm ·

The best medicine is not laughter, it is a dog.

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 3:34 pm ·
  
  So true.
  
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Luanne · October 5, 2023 - 5:28 pm ·

I have days like that, too!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 6:02 pm ·
  
  I think we all do
  
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Mae Clair · October 5, 2023 - 5:47 pm ·

Aww, you gotta love Twiggy’s ympathy wipeout. Those photos make my heart melt.

I hope you and your cutie pie feel better soon, John. Those wipeouts are rough!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 6:02 pm ·
  
  We are feeling better, Mae. Thank you.
  
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kethuprofumo · October 5, 2023 - 6:06 pm ·

She is impressive, dear John! A day off in the Twiggy Resort…why not? 😊🍻🍤🍤🍤

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:48 pm ·
  
  Why not indeed. 🍰 🥂
  
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Sorryless · October 5, 2023 - 6:23 pm ·

I hope you all bounce back soon!

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:47 pm ·
  
  Almost there, Pilgrim.
  
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  1. Sorryless · October 6, 2023 - 3:22 am ·
    
    Great to hear, Boss
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 6:51 am ·
      
      😁
      
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Shagun · October 5, 2023 - 6:52 pm ·

Sympathy wipeout 😂😍 Twiggy is the best medicine John … Stay happy and healthy !

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1. John W. Howell · October 5, 2023 - 7:46 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Shagun.
  
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Miriam Hurdle · October 5, 2023 - 9:33 pm ·

Aww, feel better soon, Twiggy! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 6:51 am ·
  
  Ha ha ha. Thanks, Miriam.
  
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  1. Miriam Hurdle · October 6, 2023 - 12:09 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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satyam rastogi · October 6, 2023 - 4:38 am ·

Beautiful post

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1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 6:50 am ·
  
  Thank you.
  
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Dan Antion · October 6, 2023 - 7:00 am ·

Twiggy has the right idea, that’s for sure.

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1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 7:14 am ·
  
  Indeed.
  
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Jennie · October 6, 2023 - 7:28 am ·

Awww…❤️

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1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 7:37 am ·
  
  😊 All better today.
  
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  1. Jennie · October 6, 2023 - 7:43 pm ·
    
    I’m so glad. 🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 7:58 pm ·
      
      😊
      
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Lynn · October 6, 2023 - 8:46 am ·

Hope both you & Twiggy have lots of snuggle time as you recover from your booster💕

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1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 9:21 am ·
  
  We did the whole day. Feel great now. Thanks, Lynn.
  
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Book Club Mom · October 6, 2023 - 9:30 am ·

Hope you’re both feeling better, John!

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1. John W. Howell · October 6, 2023 - 2:05 pm ·
  
  We are. Thank you, Barbara.
  
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Author Jan Sikes · October 6, 2023 - 8:45 pm ·

Sounds like a good reason to take a day off. Hope all is well.

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1. John W. Howell · October 7, 2023 - 7:15 am ·
  
  All better. Thank you.
  
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Maggie · October 7, 2023 - 7:31 am ·

I was thankful I had no reaction from my Covid booster. Sorry you did, but glad you are feeling back up to par.

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1. John W. Howell · October 7, 2023 - 7:35 am ·
  
  Yup. 24 hours of punk then all is good.
  
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Resa · October 8, 2023 - 8:17 pm ·

Hang in there Twiggy!
I’m getting mine soon.
I wonder if my cats will will get sympathy lethargy?
Tell dad to take it easy!
😷𝒳 😷𝒳

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1. John W. Howell · October 9, 2023 - 7:01 am ·
  
  All better now. Thank you. 😁X 😁X Yes they will sympathize.
  
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Ankur Mithal · October 18, 2023 - 11:28 pm ·

Great ad for the vaccine resistors.

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