Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy Bound

~ John W. Howell

“What are you doing?”

“Looking at these ugly runners.”

“We put those down so you won’t slip on the tile.”

“Did y’all have a choice of colors?”

“Those runners are for your protection. Now that you can walk around a little, we don’t need a slip and fall.”

” I appreciate them. It’s just this healing process takes so long.”

“I know. But look at you. Using the wedge to get up here.”

“It does give me a feeling of freedom to be able to move around.”

“I hear a ‘but’ in there somewhere.”

“Well, being out of this jail would be nice.”

“You know it is for your own good.”

“Doesn’t make it any easier.”

“Look how far you have come already. You walk like a champ and try to sneak runs.”

“I know. I wish I could go into the backyard and battle a wildebeest.”

“That day will come, sweetheart. You just have to be patient.”

“A virtue that somehow I missed when it was handed out.”

“Buck up, Beanie. You’ll be fine.”

“You’re right, Dad. Thanks.

 

157 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy Bound”

  1. Love the jail line knowing just how she feels. And I remember when you put the runners down for Lucy.. Maybe Twiggy does too. sigh…missing her pal.

    I also think, she’s extremely photogenic. That profile. Catherine Deneuve has nothing on Twiggy Howell. Please tell her I said that. 🙂

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    1. She is very flattered getting such a compliment from a professional such as yourself. Of course, now she’s talking about good side shots. 😁 I do think Twiggy misses her pal. The runners have to remind her. Thanks for the lovely visit.

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      1. You’ll know when she insists on better lighting for Thursday’s post. Get ready. What was that Twiggy? You’ll be ready for your close-up as soon as you can tool around without any restrictions. That’s certainly fair play. 🙂

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  3. Jailbird Twiggy is reluctantly hanging in there … definitely improving – but I didn’t realize she is an interior design critic. Then again, not surprised because of her diva nature. How is she handling not being able to rush the sound of delivery trucks?

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  5. It’s wonderful that you and Twiggy can talk about her situation. Probably makes her feel better to have a listening board where she can express her feelings. And, of course, you’re such a good listener…

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    1. There are hues that they can see. I think she was talking about the hideous pattern. Here is a vet’s view. “Human eyes have three types of cones that can identify combinations of red, blue, and green. Dogs possess only two types of cones and can only discern blue and yellow – this limited color perception is called dichromatic vision.”

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  18. Fussing and complaining always is a sign of improving health, no matter the species. I hope you’re there with your camera when she’s granted access to her happy hunting ground for the first time, and goes on wildebeest patrol!

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  25. Let Twiggy know that the wildebeest is so out of shape. Once she gets back in fighting shape, he won’t know what’s hit him. Twiggy is looking mighty darn fine. Hang in there, little one.

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  26. Extraordinary effort for the dog’s sake. Nicely done. With my bigger dogs, there is often little that can be done that does not require an engineer and a machine shop. Losing them is hard, the effort is worth it.

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      1. The squirrels know just how high my big dogs and jump and will stop a foot further up the tree and chatter at them, waving their tails. Old dogs = slow dogs…

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      2. I forgot to ask… I got your Last Drive novel yesterday and started it. How much push back you get that is = leave out the God stuff and write the story? A writing partner of mine gets it often – he writes historical westerns with Christian content.

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        1. I have not had any push back about leaving out the God stuff. I have had people a little nervous about the Lucifer stuff but all in all well received. I think it is because the book doesn’t push religion but concentrates on time travel and the paranormal. Thanks, Woody. (I think) Your comments are coming in not identified. (The old gotta sign in Word Press annoyance.)

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  30. Good idea with the runners, John. Daphne & Velma slide all over with my tile floors. Of course those two “Scoobies” think it’s all a game, including when they move the furniture with the momentum of sliding!
    These photos really capture Twiggy’s expressive face and personality. Big hugs.

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  32. Yeah, Twiggy, looks like you’re mending nicely! Trust me, it’s hard for your mom and dad, too, having to keep you quiet all this time so you won’t re-injure yourself. But hey, Winter’s a good time for major healing and by Spring, you’ll be fit as a fiddle!

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  39. Rehab is tough for anyone but better rehab at home. That face is adorable – “give me just one run at the wildebeest!” I am sure it is not easy for you and the Producer either. I am glad she is doing ok.

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  41. Oh, Twiggy looks like a mysterious writer locked in a lair where she is writing her new detective story. Always glad to see Mr.Eel cheerful. His smiles encourages to move forward. Thank you, dear John!🙂🍻🍤🍤🍤

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  45. Look at that sweet face. It’s hard when it’s for your own good but in the end, you’ll be so much better, Twiggy! The beasts can wait till you are ready to pounce!

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  47. Twiggy, you look marvellous!
    You know, your velvet prison is only temporary?
    How long does dad say you have in there?
    Lucky you have 2 couches, and soon it will be wildebeest time!
    For dad who is doing a great job!
    💋💋💋💋💋

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    1. Thank you, Miss Resa. Dad says I’ll be in this velvet prison until after Christmas. I have an exam and X-rays then to verify my healing. Dad says thanks for the 💋💋💋💋💋’s Here are some for you.💋💋💋💋💋💋

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