“I’m just going into the backyard. Why the leash?
“We need to protect your leg in case you have a wild moment.”
“A wild moment? Haven’t had one of those in weeks.”
“Yes, and we must keep it like that until the end of January.”
“I don’t know, but visiting the backyard with a chaperone is not the same.”
“It won’t be forever. Just think how far you’ve come.”
“Yeah, well, at least I’m walking better. Those leaves back there need some attention.”
“You are walking better. I know about the leaves. They will be done tomorrow.
“Maybe we can take a quick sunbath. The sun is warm.”
“That’s the spirit. You want to lay on the lounges?”
“Um, no. The sun isn’t that warm. We need a geophysical boost.”
“A geophysical boost? What’s that?”
“Black rocks and exposed groundcover where Mom pulled a plant.”
“Oh, I get it. The rock absorbs the heat, and so it’s warmer there.”
“I have to wonder sometimes what they taught you in college.”
“I may have missed the class where they covered how to get warmer outside.”
“I think you guys have lost some of the skills necessary to survive out here. Too many comforts.”
“Says the dog who never wants for a thing.”
“Yeah, but I still keep my instincts sharp.”
“Like chasing things til you blow out a ligament?”
“Okay, there’s that. Let’s go in. It’s a little chilly.
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Hilarious exchange, John. Hanging out with Twiggy is always a lesson in survival, or, well, comfort. 😊
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Yes. One or the other. Thank you, Gwen.
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Love “geophysical boost”! Good news is that Twiggy is getting better.
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Yes she is. She is walking like a champ. Thanks, Karen. 😊
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It was lovely to see Twiggy enjoying the sunshine, John…
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She loves those black rocks this time of year. Thanks, Jaye.
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With “geophysical boost”, Twiggy is showing off … Wasn’t she Magna cum laude back in her day?
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Class Valedictorian too. Thanks, Frank 😁
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They really should teach how to get warm in college. Especially here in the north during winter.
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Ha ha ha. Would be a useful course for sure.
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What a clever little dog! Amazing what nuggets of knowledge they pick up…Happy Christmas! Cheers.
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Thank you, Joy. Happy Christmas to you as well. 😁
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You guys make a great team today, John. It’s good to see Twiggy making progress.
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She is using her leg very well. We just have to keep her on a short leash for another month. Thanks, Dan.
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“Those leaves back there need some attention.” LOL! Twiggy doesn’t miss a thing! I’m happy she’s doing better, John.
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She really is, Jill. Thank you for your warm thoughts.😁
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She really does look better. I can understand her impatience.
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She wants to get out and run for sure. We need to keep her from herself for another month. Thanks, GP.
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Yeah, I can see how being tethered to a chaperone would cramp one’s style.
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Since she is a bulldog she has zero understanding of her own risks. So I’ll take the roll of pain in the butt till she is fully healed. 😁
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Someone has to be the responsible adult in the family!
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Yes and that honor goes to the one who is lowest to the road. 😁
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Eventually, that leash isn’t going to be required anymore, and the old song — “Who let the dogs out?” — is going to be completely appropriate. It’s interesting that a documentary about the making of the song was introduced at the 2019 SXSW; maybe they can do a re-release and bring Twiggy on as a consultant.
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I love that suggestion, Linda. I swear without the leash Twiggy would be chasing every shadow in the yard. She tried jumping off the steps and if there was no leash she would have done it . One more month and she is free again. Thanks for the fun comment.
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Clearly they didn’t teach you anything in college, John, lol. Glad to see Twiggy out and about.
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So true. Two degrees and still an idiot. Thanks, Teri. 😊
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Is your lawn Bermuda grass?
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It is artificial turf. We tried others and the shade trees killed it all. With dogs, mud is not an option. We are 100% water permeable zeroscape. (well except for the driveway)
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I wanted to install artificial turf, but Mary wanted Bermuda.
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I’ll bet I know what you have.
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So good to hear that Twiggy is very improved. But you never know when she might spot a puma or a water buffalo, so the leash is probably a good idea. I am also ignorant of a geophysical boost!
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I think it is a word that Twiggy made up. 😁
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But it’s such a good one! 🙂
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LOL! I hope Twiggy is off leash and running around soon.
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Will be another month. Thanks, Susie.
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It’s good to see Twiggy doing better, John. Her wanting the geophysical boost of warmth on a cool day is understandable. Thanks for sharing. ❤
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She is always on the look out for warmth. 😁Thanks, Tim
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‘but I still keep my instincts sharp.’–Twiggy doesn’t miss a beat, does she?
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No she seems to be with it all the time. Thanks, Lois.
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Glad to see Twiggy is doing better.
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Thank you, John
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I definitely missed the class about how to stay warmer outside. Good advice for me going forward…or when I’m on the ground. Hopefully, there is more forward and less ground. Glad Twiggy is out and about.
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Yes let’s vote for more forward and less ground. Thanks, Bruce.
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Oh Twiggy, I so relate. I haven’t had a wild moment in quite some time. Those were the days alright.
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Wild moments have a habit of remaining in the memory. Sometimes good and other times not so good. 😊
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All us girls know that, those swinging from the chandelier moments. But I’m sure, a few men do too. 🙂
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I remember a few times sitting in the shower cross legged with thumb and forefinger joined, repeating OMs hoping Budda would restore my body and soul not to mention prevent being fired by the boss I told off last night.
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And Budda said????
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No one died, so face the day like a man.
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He’s tough, that Buddha.
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For sure. Gives excellent advice.
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He should be at the top of his game by now. After all. he’s over 2000 years old.
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So true.
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Twiggy? Get a wild moment? LOL. It’s always good to visit here, John. Hugs.
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I’m glad you like it, Teagan. 😁
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and while she’s too modest to mention it she has kept out the pumas..
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That is so true. She loved your comment.
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Twiggy is so funny. 😀 I’m so glad she’s doing better.
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We are glad too, Kymber. Thank you.
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There’s nothing like sun-warmed rocks to relax you. Glad to see Twiggy continuing to heal. Sending ear scratches to her. Thanks for the smiles, John.
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Thank you, Staci. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😁
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It’s good to see her improving and out sunbathing and teaching. She’s becoming as wise as Lucy. 😍
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I think she looks upon me as someone who could use a lot of help. Thanks, Deborah.
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I’m so happy to see Twiggy doing so well and back outside!
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Thank you, Denise. She is really doing well. 😁
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Ah, Miss. Twiggy, how wonderful it is to see you out and about. The leash? Think of it as a stylish accessory. (well try, anyway)
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Thank you, Miss Annette. I think I look rather stylish in my harness.You should see my imitation cheetah sweater. Thanks for the nice words.
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What a wise little girl.
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Thank you, Miss Pamela. I think my Dad makes me look wiser that I really am but don’t tell anyone. 😊
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Baby steps, Little Girl! You’ll be zooming in no time! Best to heal 100% before then!
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Yes Miss, Dale. I’m taking my time. (Well except for when I chased a deer. I got lucky there.)
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Oh Twiggy!!! Yes, you did!
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It’s so good to see Twiggy out and about again, even if it is with a leash. She’s one smart pup!!! Sending her pats and loves!
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Thank you, Jill. She loves the pats and loves. 😁
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When I was acclimating Monk to leash-walking, I’d take him in the fenced backyard and mosey around, but he didn’t particularly enjoy it. Too many squirrel-distractions! I’m glad to see Twiggy is better-behaved, and I love how she’s found the warm spot next to the fence.
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Thank you, Debbie. She finds the warm spots wherever they pop up. She is very good on a leash unless the FedEx truck goes by.
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Haha. Smell the roses, Twiggy, smell the roses! And heal. (Not heel, what fun is that?
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I like your play on words, Miss Pamela. I did smell the roses and new buds are forming every day. It was a lovely afternoon. Thank you for the smile.
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It was an easy pun because a friend had just given me Rose potpourri that she made from her rose garden! 🌹
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It is good to see her out in the sun even with a chaperone to keep her from wild moments!
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Thank you, Jo. She did enjoy it.
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You Two always make me smile… 🙂 So glad you got some Sunshine…. And some black-rock Heat… 🙂 Good to see Twiggy healing so well John..
Have a lovely weekend xx
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Thank you, Sue. She is doing quite well. 😁
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❤ 🙂 good to know
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Glad to see Twiggy outside, although being cautious. It seems like a long haul for her. Hopefully, the end of January comes quickly. Dot and Lia say Hi and Merry Christmas Twiggy!!
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Thank you Miss Darlene. Merry Christmas to Dot and Lia. It is a long road but it is coming to an end. In dog years it is 21 Months total. (Whew)
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I’m so glad she’s improving and is able to be outside in that beautiful warm sunshine. Loved the chat you too had. And she is definitely a dog who “never wants for a thing!”
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Thank you, Mae. We commit to our fur kids “Their best life.” 😊
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Oh, Twiggy Zen stone lessons! Wonderful practice for winter! I’m glad that she is better. Let’s hope that the Chinese New Year will make her as reactive as she used to be, dear John. It will be the dragon year…It means something. 🍤🍤🍤🍻😊🎄🧨✨
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She is much better. The year of the dragon sounds perfect for Twiggy.
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Sounds like she’s healing, despite her protests.
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Yes she is in spite of some risky behavior too.
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Twiggy seems to be taking it all in stride.
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She is Eilene. She is doing very well. Thanks.
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Twiggy’s right there with the rest of us. I wake up wondering what body part will break down today.
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Ha ha ha. Welcome to senior living, Pete.
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It’s always a treat to see Twiggy. So glad the healing is still going well!
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Your foot looks great too. 😁
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I love this banter between you and Twiggy. I can imagine you both actually talking to each other … lol 😉 At least she’s on a long leash 🙂
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Thank you, Marie. Your comment came in as anonymous but I knew it was you.
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Patience grasshopper. You are looking great.
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Thank you, Sensei
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Twiggy, you are wise.
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Thank you, Miss Jennie.
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You are welcome, Twiggy.
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😊
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Now that she mentions it, what exactly did you do in college?
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Studied Social Science and Business, BA & MBA + the beer drinking championship
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Good to see her progress.
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We are very happy with her progress. Thanks, Steve.
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Well Twiggy, you certainly are a loved doggie. I had to scroll and scroll to get to comment.
Your dad’s right. Look how far you’ve come!
Will you be getting a ramp from the porch to the yard?
The end of January will come faster than most of us want, in spite of cold weather.
Say hi to dad for me!
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I will not be getting a ramp, Miss Resa. There are steps that are gentle enough for my delicate bones. Dad says Hi back and sends this
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Oh good!
OX OX OX OX 💋
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It looks and sounds as though Twiggy in good form. 🙂
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She is. Strong like bull.
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🙂
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Twiggy is one smart pup. 🙂
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Thanks, Mark
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