“What’s up with the wire.”
“That is your new railing.”
“Railing? Why do I need a new railing.”
“Did you notice something?”
“Notice what?”
“You can’t jump off the porch anymore.”
“Hey, wait a minute. How do I get to the yard?”
“Look behind you. There’s a gate.”
“Hold on. The latch is too tall for me.”
“Wonder why?”
“Does this mean I have to ask you to open it?”
“That is how it works.”
“Hold on, Dad. I’m used to bolting off the porch at high speed.”
“And that is exactly how you injured your leg.”
“I don’t want to go through that again.”
“We are going to ensure there’s no more porch leaping.”
“I suppose it is for the best.”
“I’m glad you see it our way.”
“So I go through the gate and down the steps.”
“You got it. It won’t happen until you’re cleared by the doctor, though.”
“In the meantime, I hear something like the call of the treat.”
“I think we might be able to answer the call.”
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Good work, Daddy.
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😁 Thank you, GP.
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I am looking forward to the day Twiggy can run free…
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Me too, Jaye. She definitely needs to get out and exercise. We’ll know more after the x-rays and exam on the 20th of December. Thanks.
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Interesting how a treat soothes Twiggy railing about the railing. It appears she’s making progress! 🙂
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Yes. Excellent progress. Thanks, Frank. Great work on the railing/railing.
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Remodeling for the dog’s needs. It looks nice though.
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Sounds nuts I know. But that’s how we roll. 😁
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Glad to see Twiggy is coming along and out of puppy jail. The new arrangement looks good and safer. Cuddles for the little girl. xo
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Thank you, Darlene. She does get brief times out of jail and she loved them. 😁
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Good idea, John. It should help her heal and avoid another injury.
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We hope so. We tested her favorite ball out there and it is stopped by the rail so all is good.
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Oh how dull to have to be sensible.
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For some reason your comments are coming through as anonymous, Geoff. Yes it is dull to be sensible. 😁
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Good looking gate, John and done for the best purpose. Keeping a loved one safe.
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PS. I love her expressions and your captions.
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She gave me fits. Did not want to be photographed. Finally got some I could use.
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What you do for your readers 😉
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Yes. Even have to deal with a petulant fur kid.
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Yes indeed. Thanks, Dan. 😁
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Hi John, a good idea, now Twiggy will be safe.
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At least she won’t be taking a dive off the porch to chase the squirrel. Thanks, Robbie.
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That’s s good idea, John. We have to keep Twiggy safe. The pictures are adorable!
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Thanks, Jill.
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Oh, no more porch leaping. Please tell Twiggy I know how she feels. Also mention, most female French movie stars have clauses in their contract that say, they can’t do their own stunts, they’re much too important. Just ask Catherine Deneuve. 🙂
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I should have used that line, Susannah. I think she would have accepted it better.
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You might still if she figures out a way to hoodwink that railing or convince Cheeseburger to loosen a coupla slats.
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I’ll keep it in reserve.
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That’s a good-looking railing. Beauty and utility, all in one protective package. I suspect there has been a certain level of frustration on Twiggy’s part. Thank goodness for treats!
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Her look was priceless when her ball bounced off the lowest wire. One of her games was letting the ball roll off the porch and the barking for me to go get it.
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What a good thought to install a railing, although Twiggy’s response is measured. Her expressions are so cute! The idea of a treat to soothe the savage beast is perfect!
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Thank you, Noelle. It will take some getting used to, I’m sure.
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i just want to give Twiggy a big hug!
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Smart move. How’s she doing?
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She is doing quite well. Scared us to death by running after deer yesterday. Seems okay today even though running is the worst.
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Did she take one down and get you free venison? 😁
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They are just a little too fast for her. I’m surprised one of the bucks didn’t go after her.
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Maybe it was too confused by being attacked by an aggressive, cute potato. 😊
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They did not stay around to try and figure out the insanity that was headed their way.
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That’s a very attractive railing. I don’t think I’ve seen the “Hold on, Dad” expression before. What a face!!
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She was such a brat yesterday. Didn’t want to pose. I caught a stubborn moment.
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And here I thought she was a camera hound. 😉
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She usually is but yesterday she just wasn’t into it. You know how artists are.
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Yes, temperamental. 🙂
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Indeed. 😊
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It looks nice, John! But no more yard diving for Twiggy.
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Those days are over, I hope
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Awww sweet Twiggy. The railing looks really nice!
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Thanks Kymber. Goes with the house decor.
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No matter how young and spry she is, the porch is a long way down for a little gal like her. And oh my gosh, that face and the sideways look when she finds out the what’s what! Too good…
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Thank you, Dale. I told her if she keeps making a face it will freeze. Here’s proof.
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Hahaha! How many times do we hear that one as children! 🙂
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I know right?
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Twiggy is one smart cookie. I’m waiting until she figures out she may be able to squeeze between the wire in her railing…
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I hope not. I’m going to hide your comment, Lois. Thanks for the laugh.
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**sorry, Twiggy, but Lois didn’t comment this week…** 😆
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Ha ha ha. 😁
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The lengths we go to for our beloved doggos. Glad to know she’s now safe, even if she feels inconvenienced. I think that entitles her to belly rubs and ear scratches today. 💕
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Oh thank you for your understanding, Miss Staci. 😁 Love the rubs and scratches. (by the way what is the hand signal for abused puppy?)
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I’d teach you that signal if I thought there was any chance you were being mistreated. I think a little pupper might be crying wolf on that one. 🥰
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Ha ha ha. You see right through me, Miss Staci
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Great way to resolve any further injuries!
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Yes let’s hope so. Thanks, Denise.
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‘Don’t Fence me In…’.. 🙂 lol…. I loved the new guard rail .. Twiggy will soon get used to the idea … And better safe than sorry…. No more accidents…
Sending you both hugs x
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Thank you so much, Sue. We both love hugs.
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🤗🤗🤗♥️
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🤗🤗🤗 back. 🌹
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Very clever solution. At least Twiggy can gaze out into the yard and imagine tales of adventure. 😊
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Or just paw at the gate and her personal slave will open it. Thanks, Gwen.
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LOL
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Yup. 😁
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Good job, John! Keep your fur baby safe. Just like we do for kids. House and yard proof! You can’t be too careful. Glad Twiggy is healing well. 🐶🎶🧡 Christine
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Thank you, Christine. 😁
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Twiggy, welcome to the world of change! Whether dog or human, we all age and develop physical problems that slow us down…or increase our chances of injury or illness.
It will all be fine, Twiggy!
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Thank you for the pep talk Miss Karen. I know you are right.
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How wonderful that you have a new feature on your extra special porch, Miss. Twiggy! It adds value AND keeps you safe. Win/win!
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Ha ha ha. I think being safe is the best part, Miss Annette. Thank you.
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Safety first! Glad Twiggy is recovering well.
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Thank you, Jan. Yes, she is doing quite well.
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A beautiful and functional railing, John. I’m sure Twiggy will adapt to it. No way would she want to go through that kind of pain again.
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I think you are right, Debbie.
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I agree with Debbie’s comment – a beautiful and functional railing. A clever solution for Miss Twiggy and for now she gets some fresh air. May she continue to do well.
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Twiggy has the best disgusted look! Besides it will protect her from the wildebeest.
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The new fencing looks great. Hopefully, Twiggy will adjust and heal quickly to the new routine to get outside to hunt Pumas and such. 😀
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While the fun of bolting off the porch at high speed is now a happy memory, at least Twiggy knows that’s what got her injured in the first place. Hey, stalking water buffalo requires no bolting, and might be fun when she’s cleared.
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We are looking forward to it. 😁
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I’m so glad!
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There you are, John. I thought you were on a break. Instead, I’ve not been getting your posts. Caution—WordPress engineers at work. 😎I just signed up again. This used to happen on a few sites for me, but it hasn’t occurred in quite some time.
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I have had a number of problems with WP lately. They always try to say it’s me but ends up a coding issue with them.
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I missed you too, Twiggy.😍
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Aw. So glad you are back. 😁
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You have such great parents Twiggy.
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I love them, Mr. Marc. You realize I have to give them a rough time. It’s just in my DNA being a bulldog and all. 😊
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Keep doing what you do, girl.
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Nice 👌
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Very nice work, John. Did you install yourself?
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No a crew came in and did the work. Lots of welding which is not in my wheelhouse.
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I bet you could make a funny story about welding. Did you have to wait long for the service? Here, it’s hard to get anything done in what seems a reasonable time frame, from ordering parts for a home to getting doc appointments with specialists. A sign of the times, I guess.
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I guess from estimate to finish was three weeks. Not bad at all.
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Very good.
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No more porch leaping for Twiggy, a good idea, John, and the railing and your porch look so nice. A perfect ‘call’ at the end too. 🙂
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Thank you, Lauren. Let’s hope she doesn’t figure out a way around the system. 😁
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It wouldn’t be surprising because she’s pretty clever! 🥰
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So true. 😁
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Twiggy, you are one lucky girl. I am so impressed with everything dad has done for you. He has spared no expense.
You are like his diamond girl, Diamond Twiggy!
Please give him these for me!
💎𝖃 💎𝖃 💎𝖃 💎𝖃
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Yes, Miss Resa. Old Dad would spare no expense to keep me safe. He’s like that. He’ll love the diamonds.
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Big hugs to both of you!
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A big hug back from both of us
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No matter Twiggy doesn’t seem to be very happy with the gate, it is a smart idea, dear John!
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You did a beautiful job on the railing. Wow. Twiggy will adjust to the new situation, at least she’s safe. Hugs, C
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Yes she is getting used to it. Thanks, Cheryl.
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Oh no-glad Twiggy is getting better~
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