Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste On a Rainy Day

“Tempeste. What are you doing?”

“Looking for crumbs.”

“You have to believe there are none around here.”

“So I’m finding out. I’ll keep looking, though.”

“Suit yourself. Believe me, I’ve been over this place with a fine-toothed comb.”

“Fine-toothed comb? What’s that supposed to mean?”

“I’ve looked carefully, and there are no crumbs.”

“Shoot. There goes the morning.”

“Where you going?”

“Since It’s raining, maybe a nap would be good.”

“That does seem like a good idea.”

“Um. I’m not so sure. This bed is not very cozy.”

“May not be cozy, but it sure is soft.”

“Yeah, I can feel that. Maybe too soft.”

“How could a bed be too soft?”

“Sometimes, when I sleep wrong, I get a crick. I think it is from a soft bed.”

“I have never heard of sleeping wrong, let alone a crick.”

“You have to believe that it happens to me.”

“You kids these days. A crick, indeed. Follow me.”

“Where are we going?”

“To my nice Serta Perfect Sleeper dog bed. It is a no-crick zone.”

“You would let me use your bed?”

“We can’t have you going around with a crick.”

“You’re the best.”

114 comments

  1. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    So sweet and cute, especially the last pic.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Charles.

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  2. coldhandboyack's avatar

    Such a great big sister.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      When Tempeste isn’t in a biting mood all is well.

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  3. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    Aw, such love! Miss. Twiggy, you are da best sissy to Miss, Tempeste! xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Annette. She can be a pain sometimes but I’m glad she is here. 😊

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  4. Writer Lori's avatar

    Looks like there’s peace in the kingdom. Too cute, John….

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lori. We have peace and then sometimes war. If Tempeste keeps her puppy biting to herself all is good,

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  5. shoreacres's avatar

    Cuddling beats crumb-searching any day!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That is the truth. I swear Tempeste will eat anything. 😁

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  6. GP's avatar

    You can’t help but love those two!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, GP. 😁

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  7. Staci Troilo's avatar

    Such an adorable ending. Sending the girls ear scratches AND belly rubs. Thanks for the smiles, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They love their belly rubs and ear scratches. Thank you, Staci. 😊

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  8. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    It’s nice to see Twiggy and Tempeste getting along on a rainy day.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Tim. They get along if Tempeste keeps her puppy teeth in check. 😊

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  9. Marcia Meara's avatar

    Love these two. I think they should have their own book!!!
    😁❤️😁

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. Thank you, Marcia. 😊

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      1. Marcia Meara's avatar

        You really should take advantage of their cuteness. Even a children’s book would be fun. With lots of pictures. OH, yeah. You KNOW you should! 😀

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          I guess time is the issue.

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  10. Kymber @booomcha's avatar

    I’m such a huge fan of these two, and today’s entry was so sweet! 🩷🌷🌺

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So glad you liked it, Kymber. Thanks.

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  11. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    “To my nice Serta Perfect Sleeper dog bed. It is a no-crick zone.” Isn’t that hte cutest, and to think Dad thought they’d never get along, and now their sharing a bunk.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know. Life is full of mysteries. 😁

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  12. lois's avatar

    So funny. I’d never heard of a crick until I moved down south. Ya’ll are so cute, Tempteste. Just be careful when they start talking about ‘fixin’ a pallet.’ 😬😆

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Indeed I will Lois. 😁

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  13. Dale's avatar

    Such an understanding big sister, you are Twiggy. Glad that sometimes Tempeste is not too bitey and you let her share the Serta Perfect Sleeper dog bed!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Auntie, Dale. When she gets those teeth out I just want to smack her. 😊

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      1. Dale's avatar

        Oh I bet, you do. They are sharp little things, aren’t they?

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Whoa. They sure are.

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  14. noelleg44's avatar

    Aw, that last picture, John, I am so glad the two of them are getting along. Not so with Garfield and our new cat Samantha. Samantha is a lot like Tempeste – she eats anything and everything. We have to hide Garfield’s food. And a good day is when there’s only one hissing and spitting a swiping fight! They both are territorial and Samantha is aggressive. Samantha may end up living with my grandson! 😦

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Sometimes it just doesn’t work out. We had four cats at one time and lucky for us they all got along.

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  15. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Tempeste must have a lot of nervous energy. Kids this days. But Twiggy offering a shared snooze is a good thing.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Tempeste never slows down all day. It s amazing.

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      1. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

        Oh to be young and fearless again.

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  16. Joan Hall's avatar

    So much love!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Joan. There is so much love for sure. 😊

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  17. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen M. Plano · ·

    Cute story, John, and the last scene is super sweet. 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen 😁

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  18. Darlene's avatar

    That is so cute!! Twiggy is a thoughtful big sister. Dot ripped off her dew claw and was laying on the couch feeling sorry for herself, while Lia was running around causing havoc in the living room. So Lia brought Dot’s ball to her and laid it beside her. Honestly, these kids. ❤️🐶

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Aww. What a sweet story. Tell Dot we hope she feels better soon.

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      1. Darlene's avatar

        Dot says, thanks. The bandage came off today so she is happier.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Wonderful. 😁

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  19. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    Who would have thought that little Twiggy would know how to calm a sister’s inner diva!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think she is channeling Lucy at times.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        That thought crossed my mind!

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

    They are so cute together 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Denise.

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  21. Teri Polen's avatar

    That picture of them sharing the bed is too cute, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I was glad I had he phone with me.

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  22. John Holton's avatar

    They’re so cute together!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, John

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  23. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    Awww, so sweet to share!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jan.

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  24. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    Twiggy should come out with a whole line of dog accessories starting with a fine-toothed cone. I can just see her face on the cover. 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Pete. 😁

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  25. walkingoffthechessboard's avatar

    That last picture was the perfect way to summarize their discussion today, John. I will have a smile on my face the rest of the day, and please thank Twiggy and Tempeste for that…ok, you get some credit as well. 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Bruce. Glad you enjoyed the post. 😁

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  26. Eilene Lyon's avatar

    What a sweet way to end the story. I’m glad they sometimes get along charmingly.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Eilene. Mostly they do.

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  27. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    Oh my…they are so adorable together, John! I have no doubt The Producer won’t allow one crumb to hit that immaculate floor.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. I think you have The Producer’s number.

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  28. Book Club Mom's avatar

    Awww, that’s so sweet!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Barbara. 😊

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  29. Sorryless's avatar

    I guess all creatures, two AND four-legged experience the dreaded crick in the neck. How sweet it is to have a sharing sibling, huh?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think the crick is universal. Thanks

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      1. Sorryless's avatar

        Sadly, truly.

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  30. srbottch's avatar

    Y’know, I’ve got a crick. Maybe I should try Daisy’s old bed. I don’t she she’d mind…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Give it a try. Can’t hurt. No, she won’t mind.

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  31. jilldennison's avatar

    Awwwwwwww … that melts my heart!!! 

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      ‘m so glad. Melted hearts are a good thing. Thanks, Jill.

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  32. Jennie's avatar

    These two just melt my heart!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Aw. I’m so glad, Jennie. Thanks for letting me know. 😊

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      1. Jennie's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  33. Debbie's avatar

    Tempeste looks like Monk. He, too, is constantly searching for crumbs. I keep reminding him there are NO crumbs on the floor, but he doesn’t believe me. Maybe Twiggy would be able to convince him??

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Not sure. When they are hunting for crumbs it is tough to get them off the quest.

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  34. Dan Antion's avatar

    Those two are so cute together.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Dan

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  35. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

    Oh, this is so adorable, John. 🤗

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So glad you liked it, Lauren.

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

    So happy they are getting on so well and Twiggy has become the perfect big sister… love that last photo.. hugs

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do have their moments if Tempest doesn’t keep her teeth to herself. 😁

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Glad you liked it, Erika.

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  37. Unknown's avatar
    Anonymous · ·

    Awww, I loved this! 😊

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  38. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    They are so cute together. John, thanks for making me smile. Hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Glad you got a smile, Teagan.

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  39. joylennick's avatar

    The thing is you never quite know how a day will turn out with those two little cuties! Thanks John. Aah!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Joy.

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  40. D. Wallace Peach's avatar

    Awww. That’s too adorable for words. ❤

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Diana. 😁

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  41. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    This is the cutest post ever.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Aw thank you, Robbie. 😊

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  42. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    Aww, that last pic is just too precious. Here’s to crick-free snoozes, Twiggy and Tempeste!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Monika. I was lucky to have my phone handy.

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    2. John W. Howell's avatar

      A new bed has arrived with a crick free guarantee. 😁

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  43. Resa's avatar

    Aww, WoW!

    Twiggy and Tempeste, you are a beautiful team! I love it.

    Tell dad I’ll be back after dinner. My Art Gown post occupied me for days.

    🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It was a beautiful post 🐂🐂🐂🐂

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  44. dgkaye's avatar

    It’s certainly a dog’s life! Those two have it made in the shade. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I have to admit they do. Thanks, Debby 😊

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  45. Brenda Marie Fluharty's avatar

    Dogs are sweet little things. I have two myself and they are spoiled , but bring great joy. I am sure your keep you on your toes.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They most certainly do, Brenda. But as you say they bring joy.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Traci.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So glad you liked it, Ankur.

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