“Looks beautiful out there.”
“Let me see.”
“See. Nice and cool and sun.”
“You are right. Let’s call the doorman and go out there.”
“Hey. The tent is back up.”
“So it is. I think that is a good thing.”
“Look at this sun. Feels good.”
“Wait, I forgot my sunscreen.”
“You don’t need it. The sun isn’t that hot.”
“There are UV rays all the same, and a girl doesn’t need sun-damaged skin.”
“I think you are overreacting, but suit yourself.”
“I’ll be right back.”
“You all better now?”
“Yes, I feel protected.”
“I’m glad. You want to play ball?”
“Sure sounds fun. This tent is supposed to keep the leaves off the turf.”
“What did you say, and where are you going?”
“I must tell Dad the tent isn’t keeping all the leaves off the turf.”
“It keeps most of them away. Why are you standing there?”
“Dad isn’t hearing me. I can’t imagine how things are supposed to work if people ignore me.”
“Of course, they have been here longer than us, so maybe they have things figured out.”
“You know why this tent and fencing had to be put up, right?”
“I heard rumors that it was to keep me from eating leaves.”
“That’s right. And these leaves were your favorites.”
“Well, I certainly have matured. Oh, look at that big juicy leaf.”
“It’s not juicy. It’s all dried up, and you should leave it alone.”
“When they are dry, they are nice and crunchy.”
“And will give you an upset tummy. Leave it alone. Where is Dad anyway?”
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LOL! “Let’s call the doorman to open it up”. That was funny.
They sure look happy to be outside while it’s not too hot or cold! The tent helps keep Twiggy from getting sunburned too. 😊
Ah, the leaf…so maybe not quite that mature yet. 😂
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Yeah, I think there is growing up to do. Thanks, Deborah.
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“Let’s call the doorman and go out there.”
I love that line, John. It’s what we are to them, isn’t it?
Maddie ignored the leaves, but she’d eat every twig, no mater how small.
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Tempeste is into twigs as well. We ask ourselves, “Will it ever end?”
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Maddie gave up after she was about 2. Until then, our yard was cleaner than it ever was, before or since.
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I can look forward to Tempeste turning two.
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“Let’s call the doorman and go out there.”
I love that line, John. It’s what we are to them, isn’t it?
Maddie ignored the leaves, but she’d eat every twig, no mater how small.
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That’s quite the setup for the dynamic duo. Doorman is a great title …. but he seems to have selective hearing.
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He has other duties besides being a footman to two dogs.
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Nice to see them getting some sun. Twiggy makes sure everything is as it should be, just like any big sister. Keep the posts coming, Mr. Doorman!
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Thank you, Darlene. 😁 Has a WP hiccup this AM. Don’t really know why the post didn’t publish at my normal time.
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Here’s the important question: does the doorman get tipped? Given the amount of work he does, I’d hope so.
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He gets a box on Boxing Day. You know the normal stuff, dog biscuits, treats, yak sticks, chewy bones, and stuffed toys. Everything he would want if he were a dog.
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That’s just funny – and so thoughtful!
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At least it’s not a necktie. Thanks, Linda.
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The doorman! Who knew they had names for us. And he applies sunscreen, too? Best keep him around for a while. Tempeste is really growing, isn’t she? Such long legs. Their conversations are so funny.
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Tempeste is long and lean. Some say she will get the stocky look of a bull dog but I think she’s going to keep her model figure.
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Cute one, John. Husband, father, grandfather, retired executive, writer — and now a doorman. I suspect you can do about anything. ☺️
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With these two you have to be a Jack of all trades. Thank you, Gwen. 😁
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Calling Dad the doorman is a pride statement. 😊
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I’ll bet he even has a uniform, shorts with a hat maybe.
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And epaulets on his shoulders. (knobby knees on the shorts and no shoes)
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Sure is better than calling me late for dinner. 😁 Thanks, Tim.
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Something tells me the doorman is only one of the titles allotted to you! They sure keep you active, don’t they?
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They do. I have been batching it this week so it has been twice the fun.
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Batching it? What, pray tell, is that?
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The Producer hit the road to Aspen with youngest daughter for some R&R. So I have been alone for the week. (Bachelor Yeah okay I put a T in it so it sounded like cookie )making.)
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Ahhhh!!! I was thinking what the hell? Is this a new thing?
So enjoy the freedom 😉
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She returns tonight.
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I’m sure you’re not sad about it 🙂
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Left with two kids to watch? No I’m very happy.
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I’m sure you are!
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Dear Doorman, I had no idea they were eating leaves! Tell them that Garfield and Samantha try to eat leaves from our indoor plants but have been spanked with a newspaper often enough that they try to sneak (and fail).
Belly rubs to both girls!
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Thanks for the belly rubs. Yum. Tasty fresh leaves are the best. The fencing keeps Tempeste from puling off the leaves on the cross vine. She loves those.
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I love the sunscreen line. A girl can never be too protected when it comes to her looks. It reminds me to go put mine on. Will you three excuse me? What was that Tempeste? Oui oui? Hope that doesn’t mean you have to go. There might be a little Lysol in your Dad’s future. 🙂
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Ha ha ha. Doing a oui, oui in the house is a definite Non, non, Miss Susannah. I don’t even want to imagine what would happen. I think Lysol would be the least of it. 😳
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That made me laugh. 🙂
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Always good to to that. 😁
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…and he’ll be singing.
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I am particularly concerned when Dad starts singing. (as the world should be)
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Shut the windows.
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Just like humans, she still tries to eat what’s not good for her. Now off to get fast food.
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Ha ha ha. I guess like fast food the leaves taste good.
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The doorman abandoned them, and the crunchy leaf snuck past the protective barriers. This has all the makings of a great thriller. Thank goodness Twiggy is on the case. Sending them belly rubs. Thanks for the smiles, John.
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So glad you liked it, Staci. Thanks for the rubs.
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Oh the never ending puppy eating. Good day Mr. doormam.. lol💓
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Good day to you, Cindy. 😁
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And to you, John! It’s always good when the dogs aren’t eating things. Although I did come home to more destroyed remotes.. NOT My fault.. lol ! blame it on my husband which is true.. 🥺
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As far as I know dogs can’t open drawers. Just sayin’
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Don’t they always want to eat things that are bad for them?! This is delightful, as ever. They’re so loved and spoiled but rightly so 😄
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If leaves were good for them they would go untouched. Thanks, Esther.
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That’s so true!
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It looks like they had a lot of fun in the yard!
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They do love their yard.
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l love to see these two living life at it’s best. They are adorable, I have to agree about the sunscreen. Redhead and freckles faces aren’t the only ones at risk. I would love to have a fenced in area to keep me from wandering off. 🐾🐾 🐾🐾😎
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Ha ha ha. It would be cheaper to get a leash.
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I don’t think I’d like a leash. The pups either. 😉
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I can see that. While you are running free watch out for cars. 🐂
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I’ll do my best. I get pretty excited out there in the grass and wildflowers. 🐂
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In the grass and wildflowers you have no fear. It is getting to the grass and wildflowers.
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It’s that dayam road right? All right put us on the leash. 🐂🐂
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Ha ha ha. 😁X
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Cuties!
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Thank you, Becky.
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You sure do pamper your girls! But – I can understand that.
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Yes If you go to the dictionary and look up pamper their photos are there. 😂
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What great puppy parents you are! 😎🍂 Thank you for sharing some sunshine and these sweet stories. 🙏🏻
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Aw. Thanks for the lovely compliment.
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You’re very welcome, puppy parent John. 🐶
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It is true, Michele that I am a puppy parent.
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Ah, yes. Who can resist a crunchy leaf? Love these two!
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Reminds her of Lays Potato Chips.
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Well, young ladies… it appears that each of you might be turning over new leaves! ( I know it is bad, but hey, I fell under your spell ) xx
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There is a rim shot and cymbal crash in there somewhere, Miss Annette. We loved it.
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I’m guessing that you’re the “doorman,” John. 🙂 And had to laugh at the conversation about the juicy/crunchy leaf. I hope Tempeste outgrows that habit. Not yet, it seems. 🙂
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Yeah, she is still at it. Much less so though. Thanks, Diana.
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Lovely to see them both enjoying the Sun, curtesy of that kind doorman of the establishment… I hope they gave you a leafy tip.. 🙂 ❤
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Got a smile which is a great tip. Thanks, Willow.
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🙂 xx
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Whoops Sorry Sue. I typed Willow by mistake.
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That is no problem John… I have been known to do the same, as we catch up with comments.. xx ❤
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You are the best. Thank you. 😁
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Do you get tips as a doorman? Tempeste is almost as good at sunning as Bond, lol.
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I get smiles which are great tips. Thanks, Teri.
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Yes, Twiggy is definitely in need of reinforcements.
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Ha ha ha
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Yes don’t eat the leaf, but maybe you can trade it in for something. I love photos. They are incredibly cute.
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Thank you, Thomas. She trades the leaf for a “Good dog.” 😁
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LOL that is great
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We had a basset hound at one time. It was sight to see her standing on her hind legs to eat the crabapples right off the tree.
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I can imagine the sight. I have not heard of a dog eating crabapples.
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This long and low pups are pretty tall when the stand like that.
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Yes. Tempeste is a giant when she stands on her back legs.
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Elsa: Wait, Tempeste…when did you become a vegetarian? Wait until they start dropping little bites of squirrels around, then go crazy. Leave those crunchy things for ants, ‘kay?
Wilson: Don’t hold your breath, little one…Mums tend to frown on the dispensing squirrel parts…at least my Mum does.
Your fur-iends,
Elsa & Wilson 🐾
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Thank you both for the advice. The way the trees are around here the squirrel bite fall into the neighbor’s yard for the lucky stupe that lives there. Of course out front are some yummy looking deer bits. They look like they would be delicious. My Mom forbids me to even try them. So I’m stuck with the occasional leaf. They have also fenced me out of the acorn patch which I’m dying to get into. If they are good enough for those pesky squirrels then how bad could they be? (Writer’s note – toxic) Thanks again Elsa and Wilson for your advice. 😁
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Toxic and bad for the teeth. Your mom is doing you a favor keeping you away from acorns. And for the record, deer bits will give you a good belly ache so best avoid those little nuggets too.
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Ohhh. Thanks you for the warning. But they look like little chocolate balls which is forbidden too.
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Are these the type of dogs–where you find one, you find the other? They always seem together in the pictures. I like that.
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Yes they tend to hang together unless they are napping. Thanks, Jacqui.
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I love that they think of you as “the doorman.” 😆 You know, Wendy has a tendency to eat leaves. It’s why we cannot have plants or flowers in the house. Fortunately the worst is that she’ll throw up the leaf (hopefully on the floor, not a rug), but it’s still gross 😉
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Tempeste has done that in the past. That forced the decision on the gates and tent.
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I understand the doorman role 🙂
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I thin we all do. Thanks, Denise.
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Good to see someone is having fun with all the nasty weather going around in the country. We lost power for three days in the last windstorm. (Came back on last night) Two trees also came down. The neighbor’s spruce took out part of our shared fence.
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Goodness. That is serious. Glad you didn’t get injured.
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I notice you’re the doorman when they want to go outside but Dad when they want to come back in. These girls know how to play the game.
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They have me played like a jukebox.
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Oh do they ever.
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Punch F7
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Interesting
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Twiggy certainly tries to keep her sister out of trouble and teach her not to eat leaves. They would be a temptation for her. Clever of you to put a tent up to help keep them away.
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Thank you, Jo. Twiggy does try. 😊
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LOLOL!
Tempeste thinks leaves are potato chips for dogs.
So Twiggy, did you eat dried leaves when you were young and stupid? When will Tempeste grow out of this snacking danger?
All I can say is; dad sure goes to a lot of work for you guys.
🍁🍂 🍁🍂 🥬🍃
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Yes Miss, Resa. I ate everything that I could find. You are right, Dad does a lot of work for us. 🍁🍂 🍁🍂 🥬🍃🥦
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Ah, the mystery unraveled right at the end. A great post, John.
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Thank you, Robbie. 😁
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Now we know about the fence. Tempeste, you need to be an Aqua Roomer…no, Twiggy already has that covered. 🙂
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Ha ha ha. She would love to be an Aqua Roomer, Jennie. 😁
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Lol doorman. Love the banter between these two cuties. 🙂
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Thank you, Debby. So glad you enjoyed it.
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Black and white gang on duty! A romantic search for leaves))) Thank you for the report, dear John!
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My pleasure, Maria.
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