“What’s going on, Tempeste?”
“MMMifftt.”
“Are you eating leaves over there?”
“Not leaves. Just one leaf.”
“You know what Mom and Dad said about that.”
“Yeah, but they don’t know how tasty they are.”
“Don’t come crying to me when you get a tummy ache.”
“Haven’t had one yet.”
“Yeah, but there is always the first time.”
“I think I’ll take my chances.”
“Where did you find that leaf. Dad keeps this place picked up.”
“You know, it just floated down like manna from heaven. It was like it was meant for me.”
I think the whole thing is disgusting.”
“Want to try one?”
“For heaven’s sake, no. You should spit it out, too.”
“Well, a little late for that.”
“Eww, you ate it?”
“It just sorta melted in my mouth.”
I prefer the real food myself.”
“Speaking of that. I think I hear the call of the dinner dish.”
“At least your ears are normal.”
“Oh, by the way. You won’t tell Mom about the leaf, will you?
“And break her heart. Not on your life.”
“You are the greatest.”
Note: No actual leaves were eaten in this dramatization.
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LOL! I could see her eating that leaf! Great writing that drama John. I’m so glad there won’t be a tummy ache later and Mom won’t have anything to worry or be cross about this time. 😊
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I managed to pull it out and keep taking photos.
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Ah Tempeste, you are naughtly like my Push-Push. She, being a cat, jumps up the security gate and waits to be let in on the middle rung. Sometimes she falls when she tries to turnaround and falls between the security gate and the door, trapping herself. She is also a repeat offender.
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Oh, Miss Robbie. I’m sorry you have a misbehaving cat. Of course, like all misbehavior’s, we do give our owners some laughs. 😀
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She did look pretty happy. Glad it was just a dramatization.
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She had one when I first started, but I managed to get it between shots. Thanks, Craig
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haha, good to know that no leaves were harmed during filming!
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Yes. I agree. 😀. Thanks, GP.
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A dramatization? Well, you had me going. But, is it based on real life? Is Tempeste a leaf eater?
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Yes, Tempeste has a leaf addiction. We hope she grows out of it.
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I totally believed the manna from heaven story!
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The downside of a fiction author.’s post. 😀
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Heh, heh . . .
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When my friend and I walk, her dog tries to eat rocks, lol. Bond is more of a grass man.
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Grass is good. Rocks and twigs not so much.
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Cute story, John. I wonder if Tempeste wants your attention. My neighbor’s dog munches on rocks, gets his parents upset, and then they take him on a walk. Pretty clever.
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It’s pretty clever of your neighbor’s dog. Tempeste has our attention 110% of the time, so I’m not sure that’s it.
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LOL! I’m glad she didn’t really eat the leaf. I don’t know much about dogs’ digestive systems, but that doesn’t seem to go well. 😀
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She finally snuck a forbidden snack.
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It wouldn’t surprise me if they were eaten. Our Lucy seems to be interested in everything on the ground. At least that’s where her nose is constantly when I walk her.
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Would love to put a stop to it.
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If you listen very closely, you can hear Twiggy saying, “Leaf that alone, Tempeste!”
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Groan. Thanks, Linda. 😀
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I love the note at the end.
One of my cats loves fabric–kitchen towels, kitchen sponges…what is it with dogs and cats and things they should NOT be eating?!
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I wish I knew. Too much and there are all kinds of medical issues.
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Great pictures of the beautiful girls, John. Tempeste liking leaves is surprising to me.
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We hope she grows out of it someday.
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The little dickens! I’ll be glad when this stage is over!!!
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Me too, Cindy. 🙄
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Glad to hear no leaves were eaten. But the call of the dinner dish must supersede even a leaf. Belly rubs to the girls.
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Yes, the dinner dish does trump all. Thanks for the belly rubs, Noelle.
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John, you must be on high alert for leaves! Much love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy and Tempeste. Xxx 🩷
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We have to make sure they are picked up throughout the day.
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Like manna from Heaven. lol
Thanks for the smiles, John. Ear scratches for the girls. (I’d send belly rubs but don’t want to shake a potentially upset tummy.)
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They can do belly rubs, but I did give them ear scratches and said they were from you, Staci. Both are very happy. Thank you.
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Well, by all means, give them belly rubs too! 🥰
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Done. Thank you, Miss Staci.😀
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I think Tempeste and the Monk would get along great! Of course, Monk doesn’t eat leaves — but if I was holding one and dropped it, it would be fair game. Let’s hope Tempeste doesn’t get a stomach ache from it — vet visits are super-costly during after-hours!
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I think Tempeste and the Monk would get along great! Of course, Monk doesn’t eat leaves — but if I was holding one and dropped it, it would be fair game. Let’s hope Tempeste doesn’t get a stomach ache from it — vet visits are super-costly during after-hours!
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Vet visits are super costly, even in the daytime.
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Wilson knows all about eating leaves. He’s been repeatedly told not to and yet… Argh. Be careful little one…you may encounter a bad batch and end up with a right un-jolly belly ache. And Pepto for dogs is gross. Just ask the House pony-he knows from first hand experience.
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We have to watch he like a hawk. A couple of barfs taught us quickly.
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And they always barf on the carpet, never on tile or wood floors. Sigh.
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I think they are worried about splashback on the wood. 😂
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So considerate of them. Not.
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Ha ha ha.
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It seems like the simple answer is that those leaves simply taste good. Have you tried one yet, John? 😜 🍃 🌿 I won’t tell.
Thanks for another delightful visit with the girls. Hugs.
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I think I’m going to pass on the taste test. I believe she feels that they are tasty
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These two are such fun. Their takes always brighten my Thursday.
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I’m so glad Esther. Thanks. 😊
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My dogs are always putting things in their mouths they aren’t supposed to. Like they don’t get plenty of proper snacks!
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You have to wonder, Darlene.
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Ha ha that was funny. I hope too that you don’t get a tummy ache Tempeste.
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Thank you, MR. Thomas, but Mom and Dad keep me from overdoing it.
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That is good news
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… it just floated down like manna from heaven. Love this. And your note…so glad to hear this. You’re so funny John. Great piece today.
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Thank you, Susannah. So glad you liked it.
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One of their best. 🙂
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Miss Twiggy, I have to concur with you here… not that I cannot see the allure of leaves… sorta, maybe, perhaps… not! xx (sorry Miss. Tempeste)
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Thank you, Miss Annette. None of us (except Tempeste) sees any value in eating leaves. 😳
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I was glad to see that note at the end as I was worried about a tummy ache or worse. Snacks are better than “manna from heaven.”
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We are forced to keep an eye on her at all times. Thanks, Jo.
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Guess we won’t be taking a leaf out of that diet plan. 🥴🌱
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Good one, Pat. 😂
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Thank🤣 you. Thank you very much. 😁
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When I saw the title, I thought there might be third dog in the Howell home. Temptation sounds like a great name for a dog. Of course, it reminds me of the old Grass Roots song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvgUZr4T62M
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Great song, Pete. I think a third dog would put me over the edge. 😀
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I just love the humor in your storytelling, John. I enjoyed twiggy and tempeste’s conversation.🤭
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I’m glad you enjoyed it, Hazel. Thanks so much for letting me know.
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“like manna from heaven” Hard to say no to that! 🍂
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Sadly yes. 🙄
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Good you clarified 🙂
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Yes. I would have the animal activists up in arms if not.
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I giggled over the drama and howled over the ending!
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Thanks for letting me know, Jacqui. 😀
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Floated down like manna from heaven. 🙂 It’s always a treat to visit with these two, John!
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Thank you, Jan. That makes me feel good.
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Now you should know Dad, that leaves and twigs are fun to play around with and chew upon… I know, I know, you parents worry about us kids, but Dad… didn’t you ever explore and have your parents say to you… ” Don’t come crying to me” 🙂 Just saying Dad… 🙂 haha..
Great photos and story of these pair of lovelies.. Have a great weekend John xx ❤
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Thank you, Miss Sue. Yes, Dad has said that, but every time I go crying to him, he picks me up and wipes away the tears.
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🤣😂🤣😍 have a great day all of you xx 😘
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I’m sure a bit of manna from heaven has floated down before, John. I hope Tempeste gets over this soon.
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I do too. There is a whole big yard to run in and way too many leaves
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But those leaves are sooo crunchy after the sun dries them out, according to my dog. 🙂
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Yes, they are. 😀
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Sisters stick together!
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They do for sure.
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Thank goodness!
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Whew! A dramatization…
What is it withe Tempeste and the leaves Twiggy?
Tempeste, leaf the leaves alone!
Another example of how not all things tasty are good for one.
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Miss Resa. I’m at a loss for what’s wrong with Tempeste. I can assure you, she gets enough food. 😀X
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I’m glad no leaves were harmed, John! These two are always fun to visit. They’re also too cute to ever get mad at. 🙂
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Tempeste just turned over her water dish. Say that thing about mad again.
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So hilarious. Tempeste waits for a leaf to fall from a tree. 🙂
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Drives us crazy.
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Oh, leaf romance! So attractive & so provocative for certain animal species! Thank you for this wonderful story, dear John!🍻🍤🍤🍤♥️
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Always a pleasure. 🥂🍰
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