Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste Playing

May 23, 2024 · by John W. Howell · in A Little Personal · 105 Comments

“Do you have to stand over me like that?”

“You taught me that this is the winner’s stance.”

“Well yeah, I did. I may have made a mistake.”

“I don’t think so. This seems like a great move.”

“I think I’ve lost the feeling in my hindquarters.”

“That’s silly. You look fine to me.”

“Are you a doctor?”

“Of course not. I’m just saying everything looks like it’s supposed to look.”

“Well I feel numb.”

“Can you wiggle your toes?”

“Yes.”

“Then you are good to go another round.”

“Isn’t the referee supposed to count to three or something?”

“Are you saying I won?”

“As much as I hate to admit it. Yes, you won.”

“Look at you. The teacher has taught the student well.”

Wait a minute. What are you doing?”

“Nap time, right?”

“See that huge bed to the right. That’s yours.”

“Not as cozy. Come on, just for a little while.”

“Ten minutes tops.”

“I’ll take it.”

Tags: A little personal, author, books, Circumstances of Childhood, Eternal Road - The final stop, fiction favorites, His Revenge, John W. Howell Author, My GRL, Our Justice, Tempeste, The Contract with Gwen Plano, The Last Drive, Twiggy

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cazzycoop · May 23, 2024 - 4:58 am ·

Cute brilliant and funny as always. Thanks for the smiles

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 6:58 am ·
  
  Glad you got ’em Cazzy.
  
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harmonykentonline · May 23, 2024 - 5:03 am ·

These two, and your imagination, are so cute and funny! Thanks for sharing this bit of Thursday loveliness, John. Hugs 🤗💕🙂

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 6:59 am ·
  
  I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Harmony. 😁
  
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coldhandboyack · May 23, 2024 - 6:07 am ·

Those little sisters can be rough.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 6:59 am ·
  
  They sure can. A bundle of energy.
  
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Grant at Tame Your Book! · May 23, 2024 - 6:17 am ·

Tempeste is getting big, John. So much fun seeing her grow, the two frolicking together, and thanks for sharing!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:01 am ·
  
  She is getting bigger.I’m glad you enjoyed our story today, Grant. Thanks for letting me know.
  
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Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections · May 23, 2024 - 6:22 am ·

Poor Twiggy. No rest for the weary. She even had to admit defeat just to get some rest. Good to have you back.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:01 am ·
  
  Thanks for the welcome back. Yes Twiggy gave up for a ten minute nap. 😁
  
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Annette Rochelle Aben · May 23, 2024 - 6:26 am ·

Girls just wanna have fun, eh, Miss Twiggy and Miss Tempeste! ❤

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:02 am ·
  
  So true, Miss Annette. One of us is just a little over the top is all. 😁
  
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shoreacres · May 23, 2024 - 6:34 am ·

It’s clear that this pair has bonded — a good thing for them both. Of course, bonding always includes a bit of sibling rivalry and boundary pushing!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:03 am ·
  
  Twiggy is good about policing the boundaries. We do have to step in at times since Tempeste likes to over push the limit and has no fear.
  
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Book Club Mom · May 23, 2024 - 6:43 am ·

I love these dialogues, John. Tempeste knows how to get her way!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:04 am ·
  
  Thank you, Barbara. Tempeste does get her way most of the time. 😁
  
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GP · May 23, 2024 - 6:44 am ·

Glad to see they’re still getting along.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:05 am ·
  
  They are GP. I’m glad too as you can imagine.
  
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  1. GP · May 23, 2024 - 12:26 pm ·
    
    👍
    
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T. W. Dittmer · May 23, 2024 - 6:58 am ·

Great photos, John, especially Twiggy and Tempeste napping together. The pictures illustrate that they sure are getting along with each other, even after some friendly sparring.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:06 am ·
  
  They are getting along which is a good thing. Thanks, Tim. 😁
  
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Charles Yallowitz · May 23, 2024 - 7:04 am ·

Adorable puppy wrestling.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 7:06 am ·
  
  Thank you, Charles. 😊
  
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noelleg44 · May 23, 2024 - 7:22 am ·

The finer points of doggy wrestling. Twiggy taught Tempeste too well. I love your take on their interactions!

Body rubs to both of them!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:50 am ·
  
  Thank you, Noelle. 😁
  
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Darlene · May 23, 2024 - 7:30 am ·

Nice to see these two cuties! I missed them.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:51 am ·
  
  Thank you, Darlene. I’m sure they missed you as well. 😊
  
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John Holton · May 23, 2024 - 7:31 am ·

They’re so cute together!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:51 am ·
  
  Thank you, John. They do play well.
  
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lois · May 23, 2024 - 7:47 am ·

Young grasshopper had an excellent teacher.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:52 am ·
  
  The teacher is a little amazed too. Thanks, Lois.
  
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Teri Polen · May 23, 2024 - 7:58 am ·

I started laughing the second I saw the first pic, lol.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:52 am ·
  
  I love that you got a few laughs. Thanks, Teri.
  
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Dale · May 23, 2024 - 7:58 am ·

Very magnanimous of you, Twiggy. It’s good to give confidence to your little sister like that. And to share you bed, to boot? You’re the best!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:53 am ·
  
  Thank you, Auntie Dale. I have to try and show her the ropes. Otherwise her pain in the butt status will go on forever. 😁
  
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  1. Dale · May 23, 2024 - 11:09 am ·
    
    You know it, Twiggy. Of course, she will probably remain a pain in the butt for a few months yet… 🙂
    
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circadianreflections · May 23, 2024 - 7:58 am ·

LOL! She may have made a mistake. 😂 They’re adorable.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:54 am ·
  
  Thank you, Deborah. 😁
  
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robbiesinspiration · May 23, 2024 - 8:02 am ·

How cute, John 💝

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:54 am ·
  
  Thank you, Robbie. Glad you liked the post today.
  
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Susannah Bianchi · May 23, 2024 - 9:38 am ·

The pictures are amazing. I love how T is still smaller than her big sister. The repartee between them Raymond Chandler couldn’t have written better. The casual sass. You could just see Twiggy chewin gum. He actually wrote a book called The Little Sister. Of course his tale was different, it didn’t wag. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 9:55 am ·
  
  I have not read that one. I should get on it. Glad you enjoyed the post, Susannah. 😁
  
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  1. Susannah Bianchi · May 23, 2024 - 9:58 am ·
    
    I did. As usual. Missed them last week.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 10:36 am ·
      
      We missed you as well. 😊
      
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Staci Troilo · May 23, 2024 - 10:02 am ·

Brings back fond memories of my boys adapting to life as brothers. Cuteness factor off the charts. Sending the girls extra belly rubs to make up for none last week. Thanks for the smiles, John.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 10:37 am ·
  
  Thank you for the belly rubs ,Miss Staci. We are glad the memories are sweet.
  
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Liz Gauffreau · May 23, 2024 - 10:04 am ·

Best buddies for life, I’d say!

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 10:37 am ·
  
  I hope so. Thaks, Liz.
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · May 23, 2024 - 3:13 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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Dan Antion · May 23, 2024 - 11:06 am ·

Those girls are pretty cute, John. I’m glad they get along.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 4:10 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Dan
  
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Cindy Georgakas · May 23, 2024 - 11:33 am ·

oh they are so hug-ably cute, John. They can never get away from those sibs .. pesky sweet ones💕

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 2:16 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Cindy 😊
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · May 23, 2024 - 11:49 am ·

I love how they get along and Twiggy is a great big sister )

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 2:18 pm ·
  
  There are moments when they are not so harmonious 😁 Thanks, Denise
  
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Author Jan Sikes · May 23, 2024 - 1:45 pm ·

Looks like Tempest is fitting in quite nicely. It’s funny how dogs always want the same bed. 🙂 My granddogs do the same thing.

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 2:19 pm ·
  
  It is funny how they do that, Jan. Thanks
  
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The Coastal Crone · May 23, 2024 - 2:24 pm ·

Oh, the energy of a growing puppy! It is good that you have Twiggy to entertain her and Tempeste to play with Twiggy when she is ready for it. Love the winner stance!

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 2:20 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jo. Yes we are lucky to have both. 😁
  
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Bruce@WOTC · May 23, 2024 - 2:53 pm ·

At the call for nap time, it looked like there was a couple moments of uncertainty pre-Nap where the participants would each land, but for sure slumber was going to be had in any instance, John.🙂💤

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 2:21 pm ·
  
  They do work it out, Bruce. Thank you. 😁
  
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Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life. · May 23, 2024 - 4:11 pm ·

Lol those two girls have got luxury accommodations… sheepskin rugs and a bed… lovely as always John…xxx

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 4:13 pm ·
  
  Yes. They get the best of everything. Twiggy’s bed is a Serta Perfect Sleeper.
  
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  1. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life. · May 24, 2024 - 1:56 am ·
    
    Nothing but the best for the best girls.. xxhugs
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 6:50 am ·
      
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thomasstigwikman · May 23, 2024 - 4:57 pm ·

Ha ha that is funny. They are so cute together. Great dog post.

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 4:59 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Thomas.
  
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Gwen M. Plano · May 23, 2024 - 4:59 pm ·

Very sweet story, John. I love how the two play/torment each other. And your home is beautiful. 🌞

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1. John W. Howell · May 23, 2024 - 5:01 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Gwen. Yes they are playing well together. This home is 100% dog orientated. Thanks for the compliment.
  
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Tails Around the Ranch · May 23, 2024 - 9:29 pm ·

Siblings…whatcha gonna do, Twiggy?

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 6:46 am ·
  
  I know Miss Linda. Pray she grows up I guess. 😁
  
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petespringerauthor · May 23, 2024 - 9:32 pm ·

Why does this remind me of television wrestling? The only thing we need to decide is who plays the villain and hero and get them the proper wrestling attire.

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 6:47 am ·
  
  Gotta chose who wears the hood or Mohawk too.
  
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OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · May 24, 2024 - 2:04 am ·

Together forever! 😉 It seems both were made for eachother. They only needed to meet. Your imagination telling their story is great, John! Thanks, and best wishes! xx Michael

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 6:51 am ·
  
  Thank you so much, Michael. I hope you have a super weekend.
  
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  1. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · May 24, 2024 - 7:12 am ·
    
    Thanks, John! Enjoy your weekend as well. xx Michael
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 10:08 am ·
      
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Jennie · May 24, 2024 - 6:13 am ·

Twiggy is so patient. She really loves her sister.

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 6:55 am ·
  
  There are tines she has love and other emotions. She does enjoy Tempeste.
  
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Marie A Bailey · May 24, 2024 - 12:06 pm ·

Oh, they are so cute! This reminds me of the early days with Raji, when we still had Junior. Raji just loved Junior and was always trying to cuddle up to him. He tolerated it for the most part, but usually his whip of tail would be flicking like crazy 😉

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 2:15 pm ·
  
  Cute story, Marie. Thanks for
  
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Sorryless · May 24, 2024 - 6:37 pm ·

Twiggy has the patience that all great teachers must possess when dealing with their pupils. Especially the fiery ones, to which she most certainly is that. They deserve their naps.

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1. John W. Howell · May 24, 2024 - 8:05 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Pilgrim. Yes Tempest is not the easiest of pupals.
  
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  1. Sorryless · May 25, 2024 - 5:26 am ·
    
    But she is very earnest and as Oscar Wilde always said, that counts for lots.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2024 - 6:56 am ·
      
      It does for sure.
      
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Lynn · May 25, 2024 - 7:41 am ·

Poor Twiggy! New and younger members to the household can create such chaos in a once quiet and peaceful life. 💕

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2024 - 2:01 pm ·
  
  They certainly can, Lynn. Thank you.
  
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Debbie · May 25, 2024 - 9:48 am ·

These two are just so cute, and you seem to have captured their dialog perfectly. I think it’s wise of y’all to have gotten Tempeste while Twiggy is still young and can tango with her!

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2024 - 2:03 pm ·
  
  I think so too, Debbie. She does have fun with Tempeste on her terms.
  
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kethuprofumo · May 25, 2024 - 4:28 pm ·

Life is hard…even at the Tempest Resort!😂😂😂Poor Twiggy! No minute to rest…🍤🍤🍤🍻

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1. John W. Howell · May 25, 2024 - 5:24 pm ·
  
  She gets no rest at all. Thanks, Maria.
  
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  1. kethuprofumo · May 25, 2024 - 5:48 pm ·
    
    😳😳😳 I hope that at least Mr. Eel is fine.
    
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Teagan Riordain Geneviene · May 26, 2024 - 12:54 pm ·

Watching those two has to be a blast, John. Thanks for this treat. Hugs.

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1. John W. Howell · May 26, 2024 - 2:15 pm ·
  
  I’m glad you enjoy them, Teagan. 🤗
  
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Resa · May 26, 2024 - 3:06 pm ·

Lololol!

Tempeste sure loves Twiggy. They seem to be getting along nicely. AND Tempeste is growing fast. Sh’es already got a nice sleek figure.

Twiggy, you are adorable! Remember, there’s more to Tempeste than the last part of her name.

Tell dad it’s nice to hv hime back!

OX OX OX OX

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1. John W. Howell · May 26, 2024 - 3:09 pm ·
  
  Dad says it is nice to be back. Tempeste can be a pest, but all in all she is a good heart. Thanks, Miss Risa. OX OX OX OX
  
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  1. Resa · May 26, 2024 - 3:32 pm ·
    
    OX OX OX OX
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 26, 2024 - 5:49 pm ·
      
      OXOXOXOX
      
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dgkaye · May 28, 2024 - 2:35 pm ·

Lol, they are just too gosh darn cute! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · May 28, 2024 - 5:26 pm ·
  
  They do have their moments. Thanks, Debby
  
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  1. dgkaye · May 28, 2024 - 7:50 pm ·
    
    No doubts. But you only show us the good stuff. 🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · May 28, 2024 - 7:53 pm ·
      
      True. 😁
      
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    2. dgkaye · May 28, 2024 - 11:55 pm ·
      
      🙂
      
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Ankur Mithal · June 15, 2024 - 5:44 am ·

Once again, Tempeste looks much grown-er than the last time I checked in.

And getting to be a handful for old bones Twiggy 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · June 15, 2024 - 7:06 am ·
  
  I would say two handfuls, Ankur. 😁
  
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