Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempest on the Hunt

“Well, it is hunting day, Ms Panther.”

“Yeah, so you told me yesterday.”

“I’ll finish my Yogi with a down dog, and we’ll be ready to go.”

“There is something in the pantry.”

“Pay attention ’cause I’m going to demonstrate on Pink Bunny.”

“You aren’t going to hurt Pink Bunny, are you?”

“Of course not. Now, come closer and watch the technique.”

“Technique? Technique of what?”

“The kill, of course.”

“Wait a minute, you said you wouldn’t hurt Pink Bunny.”

“My technique is so good she’ll not feel a thing.”

“Hold on. Pink Bunny is a good friend of mine.”

“That’s why the kill will be painless and quick.”

“No way. There will be no killing of Pink Bunny today.”

“Come on. The puma is a natural-born killer.”

“The panther says to go pick on someone your own size.”

“Fine. Pink Bunny lives to see another day.”

“Maybe we could have a lesson on a different toy.”

“How about Honey Bee?”

“Another pal. Think of someone else.”

“Fish?”

“Let me think it over.”

“Some killer panther you are.”

113 comments

  1. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    Glad they know how to bat for friends 🙂

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  2. Dan Antion's avatar

    Hard choices for the girls. Some toys are special.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Especially when considering one for the kill. Thanks, Dan

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  3. Laura's avatar

    Hahah thankfully there will be no killing of pink bunny…today, that is! 😁 Lol. They are too cute and mischievous. Remind me a bit of my Boston terrier who is also a rascal. 🤣

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Bostons are so much fun. I think the mindset is the same. 😁

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think that could be a possibility. 😁

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  4. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    Good for Tempeste to advocate for her toy friends!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Who knew? A toy activist. 😁

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  5. GP's avatar

    The stuffed animals are safe for another day!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It seems that way. Thanks, GP.

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  6. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Tempeste seems to be having a difficult time with Twiggy’s symbolism. Oh well … someday she’ll learn … maybe.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She is still young. The metaphors get lost on youth. Thanks, Frank.

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  7. shoreacres's avatar

    What’s really interesting are the photos that show Tempeste in the sunlight. What I’ve thought of as a pure black coat has a lot of brown in it — very pretty!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She is definitely a black on brown brindle.Her true coat is very hard to photograph. Thanks, Linda.

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  8. coldhandboyack's avatar

    Aww, such sweet girls.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Craig. 😊

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

    They are so considerate. 😊 Mom and Dad have trained them well.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you , Gwen. Let’s hope they are considerate. 😂

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  10. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    Face it ladies… you are BOTH such soft touches! xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Annette. That’s our take as well. Too gentle to live among wolves.

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  11. Staci Troilo's avatar

    Long Live Pink Bunny! (And all their other friends.) I’m sure Twiggy’s imagination will allow her to kill all her desired prey without any actual carnage. A win-win.

    Thanks for the smiles, John. Sending the girls belly rubs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for the belly rubs, Staci. Yeah, the imagination can work wonders, 😁

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  12. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    It’s good to see Twiggy giving a demonstration of her style of hunting, and nice that she reconsiders killing at Tempeste’s suggestion.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It seems they can never just play doesn’t it. Gotta have a lesson in there somewhere. Thanks, Tim

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  13. noelleg44's avatar

    Pink Bunny lives to see another day. Tempeste is a soft touch for being a panther and Twiggy is accommodating. Love my weekly infusion of the girls at play.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I’m so glad you like them, Noelle. They both are soft touches. 😁

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  14. circadianreflections's avatar

    They have the right instincts alright…not letting their plushy friends get killed even painlessly is a good call. 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think you are right. After all these toys have seen a lot of play.

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  15. lois's avatar

    Oh, the little butt on down dog…😂🤣 The little panther is a cutie.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lois.

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  16. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    LOL. I enjoyed this visit a lot, John. Big hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So glad you did, Teagan.

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  17. House of Heart's avatar

    That’s a perfect Down Dog! I’m impressed, a little concerned for Pink Bunny though. A panthers got to hunt. 😊🌼

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Bunny will be fine. She is used to being killed metaphorically.

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  18. Esther Chilton's avatar

    You make us want to protect pink bunny! So amusing, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We can start a pink bunny protection society.

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      1. Esther Chilton's avatar

        A great idea! 😆

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          PBPS looks good on a t-shirt.

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        2. Esther Chilton's avatar

          Perfect – I’m in!

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  19. Darlene's avatar

    That is so cute. Bravo Tempeste for looking out for pink bunny. We have a toy box full of toys and my two beat up my pillow. Go figure!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Of course they did. Why play with toys when there is a perfectly good pillow to beat up.

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      1. Darlene's avatar

        One day the pillow went missing. We looked everywhere in the house. Finally found it outside in the garden. It’s a good thing they are cute.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Ha ha ha. I can just imagine.

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  20. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    Pink Bunny is a helluva good sport. I loved the yoga line. Hey, a girl needs to stay in shape after all.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Especially when they are prone to bulldog BMI. 😁

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      1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

        God forbid. We must stay slender no matter what.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          For glamorous models like yourself-yes. For old guys like me-not so much.

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        2. John W. Howell's avatar

          Isn’t schmamor something you get on a bagel?

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        3. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

          If you’re off your no carb diet.:)

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  21. Debbie's avatar

    Aw, I’m glad pink bunny lives to see another day. Part of me hurts when I see how the Monk blinds one stuffed animal, chews off the ears or leg of another, and in general, wreaks havoc. I’m having more luck keeping him in Kongs!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ours are Kong Cozies. They seem indestructible.

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      1. Debbie's avatar

        He has several of the cozies and you’re right — en with his fierce gnawing, they’re intact. And they wash up good, too!

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  22. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar

    Yeah…. Long Live the Pink Bunny…. Looks like fishy got a reprieve and I would have been devastated if Honey Bee had been swatted .. 🙂 ❤
    Enjoy your weekend, and Have Fun.. xx ❤

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks for the smile, Sue.

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

    Glad the pink bunny and honey bee survive another hunt:)

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Looks like they dodged the bullet. Thanks, Denise.

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  24. Joan Hall's avatar

    Better “bee” careful with honeybee. 🙂 It might sting.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We will be careful, Miss Joan. You are right about the sting.

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  25. quiall's avatar

    Killing is overrated, compassion is cool.

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  26. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    Stay tuned for the sequel—The Revenge of Pink Bunny.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      🤣 Good one Pete

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  27. Michele Lee's avatar

    The official down dog. So cute! 🧘🏻Do you think of dialogue after photos are taken or while they are playing?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      The story develops while they are playing in rough form. Then when I see the photos the dialogue solidifies. There are nuances of expression that come out in the photos that I don’t see while taking the photos. Thanks for the interest, Michele. 😊

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      1. Michele Lee's avatar

        I love that about photos… things noticed after the fact. Thank you for sharing your story process. They are adorable on their own and your dialogue adds to their character. 👍🏻😊

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Michele. I hope you have a super weekend.

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        2. Michele Lee's avatar

          You’re welcome, John and thank you! Hope yours brings you lots of smiles. 🌼

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        3. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes it will. 😊

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  28. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    Poor Pink Bunny, but I am glad she survived. Bunny hunting is a doggy sport.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Pink Bunny is used to the fact that she is prey. I guess she has a new friend in Tempeste. Thanks, Thomas.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, Audrey. 😁

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  29. Teri Polen's avatar

    Twiggy has perfect form in the down dog position.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. She has practiced it lot.

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  30. Sorryless's avatar

    So it turns out Tempeste is more panther than killer, and you know what? Nothing wrong with that.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think she is more panther. Always looking for the peaceful way.

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  31. Jennie's avatar

    A survival for Pink Bunny and Honey Bee, but me thinks there’s more ahead.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Way more, Jennie. 😁

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  32. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    A benevolent panther…I like it.

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  33. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    That sunlight energized the benevolent panther.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think so. She may run on solar energy.

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  34. Resa's avatar

    Hmm, Tempeste might be a love-in dog. What do you think Twiggy?

    It seems like all the toys are pals of hers. Or is it a ruse to take over Toytown?

    Hi to dad!

    🧸⧔ 🪀⧕

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think yu are on to somethig, Miss Resa. Love in would be a good description until those times when she wants to take off my face. Dad says Hi. 😊X

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      1. Resa's avatar

        Take off your face? Hmm.
        Ola! 🐖

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        1. Resa's avatar

          🐖 🥦 🐖

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  35. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    I am glad Tempeste looks after her toys. You are a great dad, John 😁

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She has some that are built for ruckus too.

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  36. kethuprofumo's avatar

    Wonderful Resort activities, dear John! 😁😁😁These two are the real gang! 🍤🍤🍤🍻

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Maria. So glad you enjoyed the post.

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      1. kethuprofumo's avatar

        I suppose every new day brings you surprises from them😁😁😁

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  37. dgkaye's avatar

    Lol they are too cute, Twiggy teaching Tempeste how to be a killer. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She has her work cut out for herself. Thank you, Debby.

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