Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste on the Porch

“How’s that cot feel, Tempeste?”

“You cannot imagine how warm it is and comfy.”

“This sun is nice, for sure.”

“Why don’t you join me?”

“I like the warm concrete.”

“You would think you were a stray on the street or something.”

“No. It just feels good. It’s like a big hot stone at the spa.”

“You been to a spa?”

“I have not. I think this place has to be a spa, though.”

“It has all the trappings. Good food, no hassles, a guru to show us a better way.”

“Speaking of hassles. What are you doing there?”

“I’m doing a self-imposed massage of my back.”

“I must say you look silly doing it. I’m coming up there.”

“You could try the back message, but I’m afraid you’d never get up.”

“I just love your fat jokes.”

“You must admit being caught on your back is a bit cumbersome.”

“Okay, there is some truth there.”

“I apologize if I hurt your feelings.”

“No hurt feelings. We just have different bodies.”

“For a big-boned person, you do move well.”

“Thanks for that.”

109 comments

  1. Darlene's avatar

    They are the best of friends! Adorable.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Most of the tie. There is some pushing and shoving at times. Thanks, Darlene.

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  2. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Twiggy’s wisdom is growing at a warp speed. Both of them are handling the difficulty of the day very well.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Frank.

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  3. shoreacres's avatar

    Tell the girls to enjoy that warmth. Soon enough it will change from spa to blast furnace!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Or, as it has been described, “Hell’s back porch.”

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  4. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    That does look very comfortable. I’m jealous.

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  5. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    Aw, young ladies, you have such a beautiful life there on your sunny, warm porch, If you ever decided to rent the space to others when you prefer to stay inside, think of the spa days you could buy! xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Annette. You have a great idea, which we will run by Mom and Dad.

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  6. Jane Dalton's avatar

    Big boned person 😆 They are lovely together and their spot on the porch is perfect. Much love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy & Tempeste, John. Xxx 🩷

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jane. Much love back to you and Tim.

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  7. Staci Troilo's avatar

    A personal spa and a compliment? Twiggy is having a good day. If you can interrupt the pampering, give the girls ear scratches from me.

    Thanks for the smiles, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks for the ear scratches, Staci. They loved them. 😊

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  8. GP's avatar

    Those two sure do live at a spa!!!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think you are right, GP. I’m the guy handing out the towels.

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  9. Sorryless's avatar

    I love Twiggy’s method. She’s so connected to the universe and as such, provides excellent tutelage to her young charge.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She is like an old soul. Thanks, Marc.

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      1. Sorryless's avatar

        One of her many endearing qualities.

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  10. coldhandboyack's avatar

    That looks like a wonderful day.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We are having some nice weather. In the 70s.

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  11. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    Those two sure are livin’ the dream!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, let’s hope so. Thanks, Liz.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  12. circadianreflections's avatar

    That does look warm and cozy! I’m looking forward to getting out on the porch for some myself. Send some my way!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      A little more winter yet, but it’s coming.

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  13. Teri Polen's avatar

    These girls are pros at sunning. They’re Bond’s kind of people.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do take advantage of the nice weather. Soon it will be too hot.

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  14. lois's avatar

    “For a big-boned person, you do move well.”–right up there with, “For a fat girl, you sure don’t sweat much.”

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know right? Thanks Lois. 😀

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  15. Unknown's avatar
    Anonymous · ·

    Love this snippet. Not sure what sex either bull dog was originally, but one still has the slight capacity to be a real bitch. ; )

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They are females. Yes, they do trade off bitchiness.

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  16. equipsblog's avatar

    Wonderful snipped. I am not sure what sex either bull dogs is or was, but one still has the capacity to act like a real bitch. ; )

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, they do trade off bitchiness. Both are females. Thanks, Pat.

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      1. equipsblog's avatar

        Love it. 🐶🐶🐶

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  17. noelleg44's avatar

    So now you are a guru? Those ladies are not spoiled much. Do you do hot dog yoga? Looks like they get pretty warm out there!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, we do hot dog yoga. Once they start panting, it is back into the A/C. Thanks, Noelle.

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

    From the peeks you’ve offered with this post, Twiggy and Tempeste have an enviable, much-loved life. Thank you for another venture into their world. 🌞

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They run the resort. The Producer and I are the hired help. Hold on. “Coming Miss Twiggy.” 😀

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  19. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    The girls sure are doing something good. The sun does feel so good in the spring.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It does. I wish the summers weren’t so brutal, though.

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  20. Dale's avatar

    It took Twiggy becoming a big sister to truly show her wisdom and seeing the two of them getting along (I’m sure not always) is a beautiful thing.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do have their “alpha spats,” but we keep a water spray bottle handy to make sure nothing gets out of control.

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      1. Dale's avatar

        I bet! And that’s a good trick 🙂

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

    I appreciate the girls sharing their warn spa day with us. I’m hoping it gets out of the 30s here today 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Whoa. I hope so, too.

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  22. equipsblog's avatar

    Love those puppies. Thanks, John.

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  23. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    Doggie back massages always make me smile.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Me too. We used to have a horse that did that, too.

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  24. Esther Chilton's avatar

    Sunbathing together! Bless 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Esther.

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  25. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    A guru to show the way. 🙂 Love this, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Jan. One of my favorite lines from “Cover of Rolling Stone by Dr Hook. https://youtu.be/KuvfIePDbgY

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  26. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar

    Love these two, and looks like they are so enjoying that Sun-bed, despite their little differences 🙂 Harmony rules once again… Happy Thursday… Is it really that day of the week Again? Have a great day all of you 🙂 ❤

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It really is that day of the week again. Thanks, Sue for the nice wish. I hope your day is peaceful.

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      1. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar

        Thank you John, its been lovely thank you xx

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  27. Debbie's avatar

    The Monk spends quite a bit of time lying on his back like Tempeste. Must feel good. I’ve heard it indicates a very relaxed dog, one who’s quite comfy in his surroundings. If so, we’ve done well, huh?!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think we all have done well giving these dogs carefree homes.

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  28. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    For a big-boned person. Oh my!

    Tempeste’s fat jokes would put me right over the edge. You’d think Twiggy was the Mae West of Frenchies. As my Auntie Ida always said about her rather chubby Rhodesian Ridgeback…she’s not fat, she’s just a big girl.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Twiggy has the classic body for a Frenchie. Tempeste is 100% French bulldog but has a leaner build. She can be a snark once in a while.

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      1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

        She’s also still puppyish. But wait. Those hips will be rivaling Twiggy’s who I can hear laugh now.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes, she will. 😀

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  29. Marie A Bailey's avatar

    Classic apology for calling someone fat: you do move well 😆 The girls indeed have a spa at home. They deserve every comfort you give them. ❤️

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Agreed; Thanks, Marie.

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  30. Rebecca Cuningham's avatar

    Such cute dogs and good friends.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They are good friends. Thank you for the “cute” descriptor.😀

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  31. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    Looks like a great spa to me. And the ladies are lovely.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jo. Loved the comment.

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  32. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    Tempeste joke was maybe not nice but he shared the cot with Twiggy. They are so cute together.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, these girls snark at each other all the time and then nap together.

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  33. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    The guru is in today. I’ve never seen a dog cot before. How do they like it?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They love it. It stays cooler in the summer since it is up off the porch and air can circulate.

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  34. Michele Lee's avatar

    Adorable interactions! Their own private puppy spa. Precious! 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do love it. Thanks, Michele.😊

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      1. Michele Lee's avatar

        Welcome and happy Friday. 😊

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes. Happy Friday to you as well.

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  35. Jacqui Murray's avatar

    Is there room for a third?

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  36. srbottch's avatar

    Ahhh, the old ‘big bone’ excuse. I think there’s a certain validity to it, though.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. Twiggy is definitely a Frenchie build. Tempeste? Who knows?

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  37. srbottch's avatar

    I met a gentleman this week who has two French bulldogs. He commented that they detest the heat and stay indoors most of the summer days but love the snow. Also, they tend to be lazy during the day but get the ‘zoomies’ about 6 pm, run around for an hour, then are pooped. Does that sound right? Of course, we took out our phones and shared pictures of our dogs. ‘Proud parents’!!!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That does sound about right for Frenchies. They really don’t do well in the heat. Ours also don’t like the cold much. Ours rest and then play in between naps. Tempeste needs a night walk to poop her out.

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  38. Resa's avatar

    So Twiggy, big boned is a compliment. Don’t let on to Tempeste, though! She might want big bones, too!

    Gee, that porch looks wonderful. Does dad ever lay on the cot?

    Are mom’s roses growing yet?

    Looks like we’re in for a great spring! Here’s some cherry blossoms for you and dad!

    🌸X 🌸X 🌸X

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      The roses are blooming, Miss Resa. Dad never lies on the cot since it is too small for his big bones. You are right. Tempeste would love big bones. Thank you for the cherry blossoms.
      🌸X 🌸X 🌸X

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      1. Resa's avatar

        🌸X 🌸X 🌸X🌸X 🌸X 🌸X

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  39. Jennie's avatar

    Big-boned was a kind(er) thing to say, Tempeste.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Of course, Tempeste does not have a classic Frenchie build. If she went to a Frenchie convention she would be called Skinny Minnie.

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      1. Jennie's avatar

        Ah, that’s good to know.

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  40. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Definitely a great spa. Here, Mother Nature is expressing regret over the super-short winter we had by giving us another round of it for several days. I got up this morning to temperatures below freezing. (Since I moved here, winter is my favorite season.) Hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I saw on the weather map that there was snow in your neck of the woods. Given the 106 degree summer days here, I’m starting to think winter is my favorite too.

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  41. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    This conversation could be between my two sons – haha!

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  42. dgkaye's avatar

    Lol, their lounger cot is too much! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      These two have the life I would love to have. Thanks, Debby. 😀

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      1. dgkaye's avatar

        No kidding! 🙂

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  43. kethuprofumo's avatar

    It looks like hedonism is capturing the Twiggy & Tempeste Resort…🤔Two dogs in the sun are happier than only one.😅🍻🍤🍤🍤

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, this place is covered in hedonism. Especially for the dogs. Thanks, Maria. 😀

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  44. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    “I think this place has to be a spa, though” might very closely capture the feelings of a pampered pet 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      If you look up both pampered and spoiled in the dictionary, you will find a photo of these two. 😊

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      1. Ankur Mithal's avatar

        Haha! I can picture that.

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