“Look at this stuff, Twiggy.”
“It’s snow, Tempeste.”
“Where has it been my whole life?”
“It only falls every few years here.”
“Look, you can pick up the chunks and eat it.”
“That makes it fun. Low calorie, too.”
“Well, some of us who are sleek and in fighting condition don’t have to worry.”
“You calling me fat?”
“Never. Big-boned, maybe.”
“Very funny. We are examples of different body styles.”
“Okay. I’m going to grab more of these pieces.”
“This tent is nice for keeping the snow off the turf.”
“Yeah, but it is much more fun out in it.”
“Makes my paws cold.”
“Oh, come on. Don’t be a wimp.”
“Okay, you go ahead. I’ll be right behind you.”
“Watch my leap. When do you think we can use the whole yard?”
“When you stop eating leaves and acorns.”
“I’m working on that. Yipee, look at me.”
“You are a sight for sure.”
“I love this stuff.”
“You can continue, but I must warm up a little.”
“Okay, Grandma. You just rest on the porch.”
“I’ll just do that, youngster.”
“I do think it might be time to go in.”
“This water bottle is frozen. It is definitely time to go in.”
“Maybe some hot cocoa.”
“Dogs don’t drink cocoa. It is bad for us.”
“Maybe just a smell then.”
“Ask Mom.”
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This is fun, twiggy and tempeste. I enjoyed the leap🤭
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Thank you, Hazel. I was lucky to catch it. Tempeste move so fast. 😁
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Surely, as I’ve seen in the photo. Tempeste seems a fast runner.
You’re most welcome, John. Have an amazing day as you are!
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Thank you, Hazel.
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Brilliant & funny Twiggy & Tenpeste … as always John! What a lovely read for receding winters & a wonderful new year ahead !!
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Thank you so much for the lovely message, Shagun. Wishing you a bountiful New Year. 😊
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Great action shots. Tempeste has the right idea with snow. At least for kids. Us old folks can’t be eating winter candy without suffering later. 😁
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So true. The Producer made some snowballs and Tempeste feasted on them.
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A meal for royalty.
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Low cal too. 😁
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Awesome. You have more snow than we do. One of mine goes crazy in the snow.
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Tempeste loves it more than Twiggy. Might just be an age thing.
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haha, what goes around, eh? Twiggy used to tease Lucy about her weight!
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Oh I know. She used to refer to her as the Water buffalo. It does come back it seems. We still miss Lucy.
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I’ll bet you do, she was a huge part of your lives. I still think of her myself.
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Aw. The producer and I were talking about her last night and both agree that she was the perfect dog. She loved everything and every body.
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It is strange to see snow in Texas. Is this the first time Tempeste has experienced snow? My girls would hate it. They don’t even like rain.
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Yes. This is Tempeste’s first time and she would hardly come inside. Like a human kid she would come in to warm up and then ask to go out again. She has so much fun.
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That is so cute!!
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It must make their paws cold, even if it is fun to play in it.
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Yeah. The tent kept most of the snow away so they could run in it and then get to turf. Kept frostbite down to a minimum.
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That tent is sure a good idea, as is the turf.
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We have really liked both. The tent has kept the leaves away (Tempeste’s favorite treat) and the sun’s heat.
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I get such a kick out of watching a dog in the snow for the first time.
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She sure had a great time.
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Looks like they have had a great time exploring in the snow… Even our Cat thinks twice about getting his paws cold in the snow John…
Looks like your temps are really low!…. Keep warm with that hot cup of Cocoa.
Sending warm hugs xx
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We have had some cold nights for sure. Last night was -1C. Days are warmer though.
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Yes it’s been around those temps here this week.
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😊
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I’ve got the feeling Tempeste would enjoy a bigger blast of snow!
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I think she would like to burrow and leap. Thanks, Frank.
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Fun post, John. I have identified with both dogs over my life span. ; )
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Thank you, Pat.
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Twiggy and Tempeste are so much fun! Hope you all are warm!
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We are going to enjoy a 52 degree day today. Still chilly for us but way better than 28.
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Yes, that sounds much better! Yesterday, we were at -1. It was bitterly cold. Today is at an acceptable 21. lol
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Yeah but you guys are tough. I remember the winters around there. Not for the faint of heart.
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LOL I reckon. Stay warm!
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haha! “Okay, Grandma.” Oh, Tempeste, you are a riot. Very cool moves, too!
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Thank you, Miss Lois. Twiggy is so stuck in the mud sometimes. Gotta keep her young. 😁
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I loved their reaction to the snow! What fun to watch them! And yes, eating it!
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Tempeste had snow balls the next day too. The Producer made her some.
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I’m laughing at that! What an experience for a puppy! Twiggy is much wiser!
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Yes Tempeste goes into everything full speed. Twiggy is a little more cautious.
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Young ladies… I must say I’d rather observe YOU having a grand time in the snow then to be having a time of it myself. AND I shall think of you as I sip some cocoa!! xx
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We did have fun, Miss Annette. Our paws got a little chilly but all in all it was great. That cocoa smells delicious.
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John, I *knew* you’d be posting photos of the girls in the snow, and I see I’m not disappointed. What fun! At least, Tempeste seems to be enjoying the white stuff. Bet she’d have a blast up here with Monk. Twiggy? Um, she reminds me of me — it’s nice to have a spot of snow, but it’s even nicer when it all melts away!
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You nailed Twiggy’s opinion exactly. Tempeste was crazy for. the snow and Twiggy not so much.
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Such fun! I cracked up at the comment about smelling cocoa. 🙂 Thanks for sharing, John!
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Thank you for the visit, Jan. Glad to give you a chuckle.😁
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Both of them did better than my neighbor’s dog, who didn’t make it out until the 5th try. He’d put his nose and front paws out, say “Nope!” and run back in. Of course, we had much more snow that you did, and it was up to his knees at his front door! This morning the birds’ water bowl wasn’t frozen, so better days are coming.
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Ours was about 1/4 of an inch. Just enough to look white.
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Hi John, this is a most entertaining post. Snow in Texas. I hope the lights stay on. ☃️❄️
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Yes we are fine. It was all gone by the next morning (yesterday)
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I love the thought of Twiggy on a diet…big boned. So funny. She’s just voluptuous, like many French women.
Snow. It never occurred to me it was low calorie. Good to know, 🙂
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She carries herself like Julia Child. Yes, low calorie for sure.
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Julia was a force remember.
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She was.
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Eating snow is the best – but then so is leaves and acorns.
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With snow there is no 2:00 am barf.
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Thankfully Scooter was an outside dog. It’s where he barfed after eating grass. Funny thing is, he hated being in the house, even at -20F. He had a bed piled high with straw in the shed and loved it there.
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Not mine. They are good to play outside until the temps hit 60. Then it’s cozy time indoors.
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How fun! I’m glad they got to play in it, and eat some too. 😊
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Yes they did all of that. Thanks Deborah.
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Ohhh they are so cute! ☺️ I bet that’s such an interesting treat for them, I can’t believe we have snow in Florida (not where I am, too far down South, but in Northern Florida, wild!) I just love their little faces and their curiosity haha! 😆
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They did have a good time. There ate still some saved snowballs in case they get bored.
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Well done John. Thanks for sharing the escapades of the pups.
Tom
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Well done John. Thanks for sharing the escapades of the pups.
Tom
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I still laugh at your alternate conversation.
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thanks !!
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It’s fun to see the children play! Love the photos and chat. Hope it warms up for you, John. Our temps have finally reached 35 degrees…but who’s watching. 🙄
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Yes we have a nice 50 here today but expected back down to 32 tonight. Thanks for the visit.
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Looks like they enjoy the snow, John:) Love Tempeste’s jump!
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She went airborne for sure.
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Wow, John — that’s a great catch of leaping Tempeste. This morning the Scoobies got me out of bed… instead of their usual morning wrestle on my bed, they were sitting up on their back feet and boxing.
We didn’t get snow down here, but every morning this week has been at 10 degrees. Burr. Take care and hugs.
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I would love to see the boxing match. Next time maybe a photo.
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I love watching dogs frolic in the snow. Looks like the girls had fun. Such strange weather!
Stay warm, John. Thanks for the smiles. Sending the girls belly rubs and toasty snuggles.
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Thanks for the rubs, Staci and yes, strange weather. Take care. 🤗
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Cute frolic in the snow. Happy lives of well cared for dogs. : )
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They are happy for sure. Thanks, Rebecca.
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So good to see them having fun in the snow. My cats aren’t so keen!
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Yeah I think cats know better. Thanks, Esther.
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Looks like the girls had a good romp in the snow, John, lol.
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They loved it Teri.
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That was really fun!
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It was,Jacqui.
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I love the sight of Tempeste leaping and running 🙂 We got a couple of inches Tuesday night and most of it is still here. Yesterday we went for a walk in our neighborhood and it seemed like everyone had their dogs out. It was fun watching the dogs play in the snow. They really do love it.
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It is a treat once in a while. Yes, these two enjoyed it. Thanks, Marie.
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What a treat for the girls! And it is safe to eat. The snow really made Tempeste frisky. She could have been looking for polar bears.
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Ha ha ha. She was frisky for sure. Thanks, Jo.
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oh what fun they are having. Just a lil big boned skinny… lol
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Ha ha ha. They had a great time.
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Sooo awesome 😎
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It’s so much fun to see dogs playing in the snow. Great post, John.
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Thanks, Dan
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My dogs are sorely disappointed that we have no snow here in SW Colorado. They LOVE playing in big piles of it. Sigh. Glad Twiggy and Tempeste got a taste this year!
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They had so much fun, Eilene. All dogs should be given the opportunity to do it. Thanks.
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“Okay, Grandma! You just rest on the porch.” 🤣🤣🤣 Nothing like a little trash talk to get things going.
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Yes. They do that from time to time. Thanks, Pete.
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Love the leap! They are so cute. Thank you for the animated storytelling. 🌨️
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Michele. Thanks for letting me know. 😊
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You’re welcome and thank you for the snowy smiles! 🐶
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Awwww … Tempeste’s first snow!!! What fun!!! The contrast between your very green grass and the white snow is stunning! Here, the grass turned brown long before our first snowfall of the year, so it’s less of a contrast. Good to see the pups out having fun!
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The reason it is so green is it is artificial turf. We had no luck with a lawn so we put in permeable turf and now have a zero scape yard. No more watering, or fertilizer. Just green. 😁
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Ahhhhhhh … I should’ve guessed that! No mowing, either, eh? Makes good sense … I’d miss the clover and the bees, though. ☺️
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The bees love our flowers and cross vine so they don’t have to do without. 😊
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🐝😊
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Wow you got some snow. Here in Dallas we did not get any snow but last week we did. I’ve noticed that many dogs love snow.
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Well ours love the snow. Tempeste more than Twiggy but they did have fun. I think the snow stayed mainly South due to the influence of the Gulf.
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Yes the Gulf Whatchamacallit
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Yes. Of course Biden did an executive order banning drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. Never said anything about the Gulf of America.
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Such fun in the snow, and Tempeste, what a leap! Much love to you, Mrs H and your girls, John. Xx 🩷
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Thank you, Jane. Yes, the pups had fun for sure. Lovve back to you and Tim. 🤗
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Must have been fun to watch them explore the snow.
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It was. They had a great time.
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Mother Nature has been pretty freaking busy this winter . . I mean, the old girl has been everywhere, it seems like.
The girls had fun with it at least.
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They certainly did. 😁
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This is cute, John, and I love the leaping. The tent is a good idea too to keep the snow off the grass. I wish we’d get a little dusting here. 🙂
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Thank you, Lauren.
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Tempeste would love my…pardon me, Lucy’s backyard. Lots of snow to enjoy.
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She sure would. I’ll bet it would be over her head too.
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Just about, and more on the way between now and through March…
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Well, the joys of Northern living. I think our snow days are over. High of sixty today. 😊
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Big-boned 😅. I love the leaping in the snow. What fun for the girls!
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They did have a ball for sure.
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Look at that snow! Glad you guys were able to enjoy it a bit before going back inside. You’d have a ball in our snow, Tempeste…we have lots for you to fly around. 😉
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I wish it could have stayed longer, Miss Monika, but the rents were glad to see it go. I loved eating snowballs and I’m sure diving in a big pile would be a treat. 😁
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It’s pretty chilly for a short haired dog like you. Be careful what you wish for…🤣
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Good advice, Miss Monika. Especially since I hate my sweater and coat.
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Brrrr!
At least Tempeste is having fun with the white stuff discovery.
Well, it is winter, and very cold here. Of course the furnace broke down, again. Cold and tiresome.
Okay, get warm, even if you can’t have hot cocoa!
OX OX
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The furnace breaking down is not a good thing in your weather, Miss Resa. I hope you can stay warm. A bug hug for you.
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Thank you Girls (and dad)
I am mostly worried about Misha. The poor kitty is hiding in a cold closet, and the furnace won’t be fixed tonight.
It seems these things always happen on Sundays and holidays.
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That is how the furnace god works. 😊X
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Unfortunately!
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I know right? 😬X
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