“Tempeste I think nap time is over.”
“I was just having a nice dream.”
“There is always more time for dreaming. It’s time for play.”
“I hear something from the garage.”
“That’s silly. There is nothing in the garage. Mom is at the store.”
“Could she be back already? I still hear it. I’m afraid. Could you go and check?”
“For heaven’s sake. Sure, I’ll check, but I’m telling you it’s nothing.”
“I will feel better if you do that.”
“Okay I’ve checked. It’s the washing machine. ”
“Are you sure?”
“Yes, I’m sure. Come check and see for yourself.”
“Okay, as long as it is safe. “Whew, that rainbow could use a wash.”
“What did I say?”
“I just needed to see for myself. Yes, It’s the washing machine.
“Now that we have settled that. How about a game with Rainbow?”
“I’m not too sure about Rainbow. Seems a little funky to me.”
“Whoa. I think Rainbow has been a little overplayed.”
“That is my thought as well.”
“What now?”
“I’m still hurting from that delivery last week. You know, the one we didn’t hear.”
I talked to mom about that. That package was delivered early in the morning before we were all up, and she brought it in later.”
“So we are not losing our skills?”
“Heavens no. It was a fluke, and you should forget about it.”
“I guess that is good advice. I would hate to think barking some delivery person to St. Louis would be a thing of the past.”
“Trust me. Not going to happen.”
“Okay, then let’s go out back and run a ball nuts.”
“Perfect. I’ll call for the doorman.”
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I love it reading in tempeste and twiggy’s point of view. They are so lovely and adorable. Sending regards from Virgo and me.
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Thank you, Hazel. Tell me more about your fur baby Virgo.
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Doorman,waiter, busboy and documentary photographer – you have many roles, John. These two are pretty cute.
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Thanks, Dan. Yup they are the bosses of me. (I think they are cute too.)
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Oh, you pups!!
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Thank you, Miss Liz. 😁
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You’re welcome, girls. ☺️
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haha, they have the life! That last line is a hoot!
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Thank you, GP. 😊
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I think Tempeste was still traumatized about interrupting her dream because what followed was a letdown.
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I think that is a good analysis, Frank. You sure you are not a dog whisperer?
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Doorman? That’s not a bad job for a retiree. Besides, these pups would keep you entertained. 😂
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I’ll take doorman. I like the uniform. Chief cook and bottle washer is another. I like the apron. Thanks, Gwen. 😊
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Hello the pups doorman, We loved the girls story this week. Happy holidays to you all. Much love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy & Tempeste. Xx 🩷
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Thank you, Jane. Love back to you and Tim.
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So many concerns. So much to learn.
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Life growing up. Thanks, Craig.
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It’s wise to check out all unexplained noises. It’s wiser to have someone else do it. Cute as buttons.
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Having someone else do it is the best choice. Thanks, Holly.
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It’s nice work if you can get it. One of these cuties is the alpha dog. 🐶
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As Tempest gets older she makes a run for the position. Twiggy repels the coup attempt
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Twiggy is sitting back enjoying the chaos , he’s a sly one.
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Yes she is. Been on the Earth longer.
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Older and wiser. Here’s to Twiggy girl. 🦴🦴
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😁 She’ll love those bones.
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French Buttons. 🙂
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😊
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Twiggy is really good at informing Tempeste. It’s nice that you open the door for them to go outside.
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I get paid in smiles. Thanks, Tim. 😁
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Hope they realize they have an at-home valet who’s always on call.
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I think they take that pleasure for granted.
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Girls!
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I know right?
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The package came during the night – that’s a relief. The girls are still on the job.
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Yup. All is well. Thanks, Teri.
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Just a note: the ‘snow’ seriously slows your page, both scrolling and typing. I noticed it on another blog and wondered if it was anomalous, but it’s the same here. Of course, it could be my browser; I didn’t check a different one.
On the other hand, wouldn’t this pair have fun if they had some snowflakes to catch? They’d probably catch more snowflakes than delivery people, and Snow doesn’t make those mysterious noises — unless it brings its friend Wind along with it!
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The Producer agrees with you and I have eliminated the snow. She didn’t like it from the beginning and since it slows the loading it has to go. I’m glad you mentioned it. 😊
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What a couple of sweeties. They sure know how to boss you around. xo
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They do know how to do that for sure. Thanks, Darlene.
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They’re so cute. Twiggy is such a great big sister going to check on the noise and reassure Tempeste that all is well. I hope the Doorman let them out and they found something fun to play. ☺️
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They came back in and told me the leaves needed attention. 😂
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LOL!!
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I know right?
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So cute and adventurous.
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Thank you, Charles.
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Those two! Twiggy is such a good big sister! I see you now have the job of doorman – along with everything else. And barking a delivery person to St. Louis must require earplugs.
Thanks for the chuckles.
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We have shatter proof ear plugs. es I have a lot of jobs. It’s good to be needed.
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🙂 🙂
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Hey, being away from WP for a while, I missed the girls.
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Yes and we missed you as well.
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Love how the kids notice their world around them. It’s important to keep those skills razor sharp!
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Yes. You never know what can be gaining on ya. Thanks, Monika.
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First off, do the girls realize what s beautiful home they live in:? All that space to roam around in? A Great Dane would kill it live there. And napping must be amazing in all that light. I’m just saying since French women are naturally entitled.
And I see they’ve really turned into partners in crime. Maybe someone better warn the washer machine.
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The washer is on high alert to keep it down. They do love their space since 100% of it is dedicated to their welfare. What they really enjoy is when the sun casts a few rays for the best naps. Thanks Susannah.
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Like the French Riviera in Austin. 🙂
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Except the people here are nicer.
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très bon 🙂
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Oui.
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Thank goodness for big sisters! And boy, in these pictures Tempeste looks sooooo long! Wonderful play-by-play, John.
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She is long. She has the body of a dancer while Twiggy has the body of Piglet.
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Oh c’mon now! No, you’re absolutely right. Tempeste should be Twiggy and Twiggy should be Piglet!! LOL.
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😁
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John, I take it you’re the doorman? I know just how tiring that job can be — Monk regularly seems to be on the wrong side of the door. I hope your two at least manage to go out and return together, rather than double-timing you! And I can’t help but admire your home — so clean, tidy, and open!!
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John, I take it you’re the doorman? I know just how tiring that job can be — Monk regularly seems to be on the wrong side of the door. I hope your two at least manage to go out and return together, rather than double-timing you! And I can’t help but admire your home — so clean, tidy, and open!!
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Thank you for the home comment. Yeah this is mid century modern which is our style. They pretty much go and come together but there is the odd time when they are on different schedules.
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We finally got tired of opening and closing the door all day for our dog. The doorman has retired. Now, we just leave the door open most of the time during the day and she can come and go as she pleases.
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Sounds like the best way.
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Fun story. The stress we can’t imagine or appreciate.
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Yes. Very first world of them.
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It’s great to get our weekly update on how they’re doing. Love the rainbow toy.
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They have more fun with that toy. It has Unicorns inside that they can pull out.
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Oh wow! That’s fantastic.
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😊
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Goodness, Tempeste is a bit of a Nervous Nellie when Mom’s not home 😉 I’m glad Twiggy is there to give her perspective.
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She misses her mama for sure. Twiggy is used to the parent departure. The fact I’m still here means nothing. Thaks, Marie.
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Young ladies, you appear to have good rebound skills. I can only hope you are not teased by special deliveries this approaching Christmas week. And Merry Christmas to you both! xx
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Oh thank you, Miss Annette. There have been tons of deliveries and we have barked all of them to St Louis. Merry Christmas to you. 🤗
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Well they say Curiosity Killed the cat… I am pleased to see Twiggy and Tempeste survived their curiosity and Twiggy was very reassuring.
lovely to be back here seeing their antics John..
Sending you all much Love from England, as we wish you a Merry Christmas and all the very best for 2025…
Much love to you xx ❤
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Good to see you back as well, Sue. Wishing you a happy Christmas and New Year. 😊
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Thank you John… EnJOY my friend xx ❤
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Thank you, Sue.
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Thank goodness they aren’t losing their skills! That calls for a celebration. Ear scratches and belly rubs!
Thanks for the smiles, John.
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Thank you for the ear scratches and belly rubs.
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The rainbow is lacking its luster, eh? 🌈 “Overplayed Rainbow” could be the beginnings of a poem. Thank you for sharing precious puppy cheer!
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I guess it could be the beginning of a poem, Michele. maybe you can write it. 😁
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We’ll see how it plays out… 🤔😄
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😊
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As much fun as following your pups, I love seeing all the corners of your gorgeous house.
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Aw. Thank you, Jacqui.
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Whew! So glad they didn’t lose their delivery detection skills. 🙂
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They are glad as well, Mark. Thanks.
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Tempeste does relay on Twiggy for reassurance and trusts her. The doorman is reliable too it seems.
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Yes the doorman works 24/7.
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Yanno, these kids don’t need streaming services or books or music to keep themselves occupied. Heck, all they need is the sound of a washing machine in order to engage in their own personal mystery theater. I’m envious.
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Ha ha ha. They are very fortunate to be able to take the smallest of things and blow it out of proportion. Thanks, Marc.
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It’s a real gift.
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That Twiggy is so mature. And what a good friend.
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Yes she is, Steve. Thanks.
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Whew!
I’m glad that all got settled out!
Tell dad I’ll have to come back later. The furnace broke, it’s -18C outside, I look like Nanook of the North (in glasses) and the furnace guy got 4 calls this morning.
Hopefully he will actually make it here today!
Okay….. gotta do some active stuff, by the space heater, build up some heat.
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So sorry about the heat, Miss Resa. Try to stay warm. 🔥X
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Be careful with this fire.
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Yeah.. thanks, I need it. Still no heat!
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Oh my. ❄️X
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[…] Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy Helps Tempeste Cope […]
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Thanks for sharing.
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Twiggy, you are the best big sister!
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Thank you, Miss Jennie.
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The last 3 pictures present a new angle. Looks like they’ve got themselves a new playing space in the house 🙂
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Same old place.
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