Saturday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste in the Sun

“Where you going, Twiggy?”

“I want to take a sun  bath.”

“Sunbath? What is a sunbath?”

“It’s where you lay out in the sun and let the sun warm your bones.

“Anything with the word bath in it can’t be good.”

“Oh, you would be surprised how good.”

“Do you need shampoo and stuff?”

“No, you just bring yourself and the sun take care of everything.”

“Does it get in your eyes and sting?”

“No, and your shampoo doesn’t do that either.”

“Do you get all wet and shivery?”

“Of course not; the sun is nice and warm. I’m heading for the cot.”

“I always make mom think I am being killed when she gives me a bath.”

“Yeah, I have heard you. Come on out here. It is lovely.”

“Okay, so I’m here.  What is that nasty stain?”

“It’s been here since we moved in. I think a worker dropped something on the concrete. Ignore it.”

“The weather is nice but I’m just unsure of the bath thingy.”

“Stop being a baby and get over here.”

“Whoa. You were absolutely right. This is like heaven.”

“I told you. Well, just relax and let the sun do its job.”

114 comments

  1. Adele Marie's avatar

    I read this as it is -3 here in the Highlands, I’m joining them, make room for a little one

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      There is room. Move over kids. 😁

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      1. Adele Marie's avatar

        he he thanks John have a lovely Sunday

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          You as well.😁

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  2. The Chronicles of History's avatar

    These never fail in being adorable!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Samantha . They do keep us entertained.

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  3. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more's avatar

    Another afternoon of hardest work had started. 😉 They are so cute. The captions giving them a real live moment. Thanks for sharing the fun, John! I hope you will enjoy a nice weekend! xx Michael (Psst: I am curious about the menu of tomorrow. :-))

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      The Producer is working on the menu as we speak. Have a great weekend, Michael and thanks. 🙂

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  4. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    Ah, heavenly to lie in the sun… of course, you didn’t rub baby oil on yourselves and lay on a reflective sheet, young ladies. But honestly, none of that ever helped me enjoy being in the sun as much as you two seem to. Carry on! xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We love the sun, Miss Annette. For Tempeste the word “bath” took her by surprise. She is now fully on board.

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  5. Dan Antion's avatar

    It’s good to see the girls. I hope room service is on duty for them. They might like a little snack once they get warm.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Room service is open 24/7 for these divas. Thanks, Dan.

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  6. GP's avatar

    Twiggy has definitely taken over teaching the little one, just as Lucy did for her.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, GP. Lucy left a legacy of kindness which Twiggy has embraced. (until Tempeste gets out of control that is.)

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  7. Darlene's avatar

    LOL! Dot is having a sunbath as I read this. They had to stay in yesterday as we were having some work done on the house. They were not happy about that. I love your doggie sunbed.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I’ll bet the workers drove them crazy too. Good they are now free. Thanks, Darlene.

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      1. Darlene's avatar

        Oh yes. It was a stressful day for all of us. 😒

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          I always hate to have workers around.

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  8. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Looks comfortable and relaxing. We’ve got a week of cold and random snow here. Really hate that groundhog.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Maybe he could be bought off somehow. Carrots?

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  9. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    That sunbath does look heavenly. I shall experience it vicariously (without the blistering sunburn).

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      The sun is nice and warm but not like the summer where your hair could start on fire. Thanks, Liz.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  10. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Tempeste has so much to learn. Fortunately, she has a mentor … but I can’t forget when Twiggy was the inexperienced, airhead.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      When Lucy told her she had to leave, Twiggy turned the corner.

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      1. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

        Lucy was quite the wise one!

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  11. srbottch's avatar

    Would like to join them for the sunbath. We’ve forgotten what the sun looks like way up here. The streets are icy and there’s snow in the forecast. Enjoy the warmth, Twiggy and Tempeste.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We will, Mr. Steve. Next week in the 60s again.

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  12. quiall's avatar

    I too love a good Sun bath! Alas today is overcast here.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We are expecting a cold front which will take us into the 60s again. (I know, I know)

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  13. coldhandboyack's avatar

    They look so content. I hope UPS stays blocks away so they can enjoy it.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That is a good thought. A delivery would definitely upset the cart (or cot)

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  14. chevytravel12's avatar

    anything with dogs and IL hooked great pics

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Glad you liked it. Thanks for letting me know.

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  15. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    It’s wonderful that Twiggy showed Tempeste how nice it is to absorb the sun’s warmth. She is such a good teacher.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She sheds to lead by example. Thanks, Tim.😁

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  16. equipsblog's avatar

    Becoming a fan of the dog posts. Those two are adorable.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Pat. Nice to know.

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  17. noelleg44's avatar

    Aaah, Twiggy the Wise. Lucy taught her well. I still think about her – the three of them together would have been quite the thing. Another charming adventure of the Puma and the Panther.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Lucy would have loved Tempeste. She was the best mother. Thanks, Noelle. We miss Lucy a lot.

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  18. lois's avatar

    “I always make mom think I am being killed..” Sorry, Tempeste. I guess I shouldn’t laugh.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      No you should laugh at the purposeful antics in the bath.

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  19. Lynn's avatar

    Oh my, Twiggy is such a good teacher! Looks like the student learned well💕

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She did, Lynn. Thank you.

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  20. circadianreflections's avatar

    Oh doesn’t that sound good! It’s sunny here for the first time in a week, but only 23 degrees F out so no sun bathing for me today. I’m a little envious of their sunbath. Enjoy it girls it looks wonderful.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They have has a few days of great weather. Thanks, Deborah.

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  21. roughwighting's avatar

    Does it sound weird to say I’m jealous? But I am. I’m a true lover of sunbathing, but at 25 degrees and snow approaching, no sunbathing here. Now, perhaps Tempeste should be given a warmmmm, soothing bath with bubbles directly after sunbathing, and it would seem more appealing. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That warm soothing bath with bubbles is what drives he up the wall. She is okay with the sun bath now.

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      1. roughwighting's avatar

        🙂 Maybe you need bubbles that smell like dog bones??? 🙂

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Ha ha ha. That would do the trick I think. Thanks, Pamela.

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  22. Almost Iowa's avatar

    She: PU, didn’t you shower after your walk?
    Me: I took a sun shower.
    She: Where did you hear about that?
    Me: John’s blog.

    John, I’ve been banned from your blog. Sorry.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Aw. That is a shame. 😊

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  23. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    They look blissful on that sunny cot, John. A lovely thought for a Saturday. Hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It does sound good right about now. 😊

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  24. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    Awww, yes. A sunbath is always welcomed! Glad to see the girls today.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is for sure. Thanks, Jan.

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  25. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    Sun bathing is good for the soul. Tempeste seems to have taken to it after all. Their sunning bed reminds me of a hammock only easier to get in and out of. I am enjoying the sun here too when it comes out.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Tempeste loves it. Yes much easier than a hammock. Thanks, Jo. Hope you have a lovely Sunday.

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  26. Teri Polen's avatar

    Looks like they left enough room for Bond. It’s been cloudy here the past couple days so I’ll send him your way.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Plenty of room for Bond.

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  27. Book Club Mom's avatar

    Is there room for me on that sunbed?

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  28. Kymber @booomcha's avatar

    I need that sun in my life right now. LOL I’m so glad Tempeste decided to give sun bathing a try! 😀

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes. She just got a little confused. A born again sun worshiper.

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  29. Michele Lee's avatar

    Sure looks like heaven! I think I will do the same. A perfect 75 and sunny here. 🌤️ Thank you for the cheerful share.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We are at 85 right now. Definitely a delightful change.

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      1. Michele Lee's avatar

        That’s a switch and warm for February! 😎

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Usually we have highs in the 60s right about now, so we have record breaking heat.

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        2. Michele Lee's avatar

          Goodness! From one extreme to the other!

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        3. John W. Howell's avatar

          I wish we could just have normal weather. 😊

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  30. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    They are very cute. Our Pug Daisy loved sunbathing. Water baths not so much.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That’s where Tempeste nets out. Sun good. water bad.

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  31. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    Not exactly beach weather, but we’re moving in the right direction. We had snow flurries earlier this week.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Don’r like the sounds of that. 😳

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  32. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    Nothing like a good sun puddle, Tempeste. Enjoy that warmness on your body, Twiggy.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Monika. It does feel good. Today it is cloudy and 55 degrees.

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      1. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

        That’d be a heatwave here! (hazy and 28F). Winter and very cold temps are back after this past week’s lovely spring-like temps.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          As the groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter.

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        2. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

          Yup. February is generally cold without a lot of snow. After last week’s upper 60’s and 70’s it’s quite the adjustment.

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  33. robbiesinspiration's avatar

    What a great way to spend the day 💛🌞

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, Robbie. 😁

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  34. Laura's avatar

    “I always make mom think I am being killed when she gives me a bath.” Yep 🤣 I have one of these 😆 god forbid they should be a little clean. But their cute little faces and attitudes make up for it! 😀

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, Laura. We love the act too.

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  35. Resa's avatar

    Ahh, bathing beauties, two!

    Say hi to dad, and let him know I toured his tour today.

    📙𝒳📘𝒳📗𝒳📕𝒳

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      He knows. He saw all your likes Miss, Resa. He says thank you. OX OX

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        1. Resa's avatar

          🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂

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        2. John W. Howell's avatar

          🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂🥬

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        3. Resa's avatar

          🥦🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂🥬

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        4. Resa's avatar

          WE 🏆🏆

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  36. Jennie's avatar

    Awww…. Tempeste, you keep listening to Twiggy.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is a good idea, Miss Jennie

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  37. D. Wallace Peach's avatar

    “I always make mom think I am being killed when she gives me a bath.”

    Lol. That sunbath does look luscious after all. I’m be enjoying one in about 3 months.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, it will be worth the wait.

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  38. kethuprofumo's avatar

    Zen practices at the Resort! They are right! Spring is in the air! 🌸🌸🌸🍤🍤🍤🍻 Thank you, dear John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We can almost feel it here. Of course has turned chilly but at least not freezing. Thanks, Maria. 🍰🥂

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  39. dgkaye's avatar

    It’s a dog’s life I tell ya. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Around here for sure. 😁

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  40. Jane Dalton's avatar

    Ahh, John, your girls enjoying the sunshine is a joy to share. Thank you. We hope your book tour is going well. Much love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy and Tempeste. Xxx 🩷

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  41. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    Few greater joys than a winter sunbath. Twiggy has the “been there done that” type of look while introducing Tempeste to the delight 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think you caught that look perfectly. Thanks Ankur.

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