Thursday – A Little Personal – Tempeste on Her Own.

“Twiggy. Dad opened the yard. Want to go play?”

“Still pretty hot for me.”

“It isn’t even a hundred. What’s the problem?”

“No problem. I just like to go out when it’s cooler.”

“Well, okay. I’m going out to see what’s what.”

“Okay. I thought you and Mom were going to the plant store.”

“We are. But I have time.”

“This is a big place.”

“Feels good on the back.”

“I wonder if I can run the whole yard.”

“Or maybe lie around in the whole yard.”

Okay, Mom. I’m coming.

“This is a pretty waterfall. Do all plant stores have these?

These smell good. I could see these in our yard.

Okay, this I understand. I’m not one for hoses.

“Well, how did it go?”

“The plant store was interesting, but it is good to be home.

“Yeah. Home is like that.

 

 

105 comments

  1. Jaye Marie & Anita Dawes's avatar

    I think Tempeste enjoyed her trip to the shop, John…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She did. She loves to visit places.

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  2. GP's avatar

    Yup, home is like that!

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  3. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Has to be an amazing garden store with that pool/waterfall.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is. So many beautiful plants.

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  4. circadianreflections's avatar

    It looks like a great plant store, but I agree it’s good to be home.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Tempeste has the run of the yard now, so she is like a kid in a candy shop.

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  5. Dale's avatar

    I love the way Twiggy is sitting on that step. Very nonchalant! As for going for a solo outing with Mom, that must be fun. That plant place looks like somewhere I would spend a lot of time (and money!)

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yeah. It is a frequent stop for sure. That is one of Twiggy’s favorite positions: A relaxed Buddha. 😀

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      1. Dale's avatar

        I bet. Relaxed Buddha! Hahahahah!!!

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  6. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    In dog world, a day of new scents is a great day!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, it is. It is the way they stimulate themselves for sure. Thanks, Frank.

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  7. shoreacres's avatar

    When I saw that fountain, I thought, “This isn’t my mother’s garden shop.” Of course, the fountain may have seemed especially appealing because of our recent heat. Do the girls get one-on-one time with mom on a regular basis?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Unfortunately, together they are mayhem waiting to happen. They each get time with Mom. Tempeste has been trained to be good in public. Twiggy never got the memo. So Twiggy’s time is usually long walks.

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  8. coldhandboyack's avatar

    I might have stayed home, too, but plant shops are usually fun.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, they are. 😀

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  9. Darlene's avatar

    How nice that Tempeste got to go on an outing with Mom. And to a plant shop! Twiggy was probably happy to have a bit of alone time too. What a couple of sweeties.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Twiggy does enjoy her alone time. 😀

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  10. noelleg44's avatar

    Tempeste is exploring her independence! There must have been a lot of new smells as the plant store. Was Twiggy glad to have her home?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Twiggy likes to have some time alone. She is always glad to see Tempeste, but is happy to not have to share a human too.

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  11. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    I do love doggie rolls! I’d say Tempeste had a good day.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She did for sure. 😀

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  12. Teri Polen's avatar

    I wondered if Tempeste wanted to jump in the waterfall, lol. Nice outing for her, and Twiggy gets some me time.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Very true, Teri. She does like “me” time for sure.

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  13. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    It’s great to see Tempeste and Twiggy on their own, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I agree, Tim. Thank you. 😊

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  14. lois's avatar

    The adventures of Tempeste on her own. Looks like she had fun. As did Twiggy, at home.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They both had a good time. Thanks. Lois.

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  15. Esther Chilton's avatar

    Great to see Tempeste enjoying a roll around on the grass. And a trip out. Looks like she enjoyed it.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She did very much. Thank you, Esther.

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  16. Yeah, Another Blogger's avatar

    Hi. I like the color contrast between your dogs. Was this planned or by chance?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We did want a brindle when we adopted Tempeste so I guess it was on purpose.

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  17. Cindy Georgakas's avatar

    ““It isn’t even a hundred. What’s the problem?”

    Hahahaha!
    What fun they had! 🤩

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      At the hundred mark, they both wilt. They did have fun. Thanks, Cindy.

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      1. Cindy Georgakas's avatar

        I imagine so!!!!💓

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes. We have about 40 days of 100+ degrees here.

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  18. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    Looks like a fun outing, Tempeste. But you’re right, it’s always good to come home. Enjoy your nice backyard with your sister.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Monika. It is where I want to be.

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  19. D. Wallace Peach's avatar

    Rolling around in the yard looks fun, but the plant store was a great outing. 🙂 Such cuties, John. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They did have fun in the plant store. Thanks, Diana.

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  20. rabirius's avatar

    Interesting to see how Tempeste explores the world.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She has a very inquisitive nature, for sure.

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  21. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    Tempeste is blessed with youth, her fascination winning over the heat. Twiggy is thinking, been there done that. Kinda how I feel. Nice to know Twiggy and I have so much in common. Love when she says…home is like that. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. It takes a lot to impress Twiggy. She seems to take most everything in stride.

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  22. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen M. Plano · · Reply

    Yep, it’s always good to return home. Have a great weekend, John. 🌞

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen. Hoping you have a super weekend too.

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  23. D.L. Finn, Author's avatar
    D.L. Finn, Author · · Reply

    Fun day for Tempeste 🙂 I like visiting the plants too.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes. Very fun for her.

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  24. Unknown's avatar
    Anonymous · · Reply

    third attempt at a comment, John. I liked this post. I’m with Tempest, it’s always good to be back home. She had a nice visit.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Sorry about that. WP is requiring a sign in which I hate.

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  25. Debbie's avatar

    What a pretty waterfall! I imagine that plant store is a pretty popular place when the temperature rises. And I love the way Twiggy is sitting in your second photo — like she’s bellied up to the bar and waiting for a tall, cool drink, ha!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is hard to find parking there. Yes, it is very popular.

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  26. robbiesinspiration's avatar

    Aww, so cute, John 🤗💗

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Robbie.

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  27. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    Too true, Miss. Tempeste, there is nothing like home! xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Annette. I agree with you. (Well, we agree with each other.)

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  28. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Ah, there’s no place like home. Tempeste seems to have been very well behaved at the store. Big hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She loves going to stores. She is well-behaved. Hugs.

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  29. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    I love the photos and Twiggy and Tempeste are adorable. I love the stairs you have for them to go up and down beds and furniture.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They need the stairs for sure. Twiggy has the center of gravity of a potato, so no jumping for her.

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      1. thomasstigwikman's avatar

        Ha ha I hope you are not telling her that to her face.

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  30. Sorryless's avatar

    I’m with Twiggy on this one. When the temps start keeping company with the 90’s . . welp, this ain’t a sitcom and the AC is my best friend too.

    Twiggy Goes On A Roadtrip . . . the book!

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    1. Sorryless's avatar

      I mean Tempeste Goes On A Roadtrip! The Book!

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    2. John W. Howell's avatar

      I’m with you on the A/C. It was invented for a reason.

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  31. Jacqui Murray's avatar

    I’m with him. I like being home.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, she loves her home.

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  32. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · · Reply

    Like others have mentioned, I would be staying at home with Twiggy. I deal better with cold than heat.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We all have our preferences. Thanks, Pete.

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  33. Michele Lee's avatar

    Ahh, sweet ending to Tempeste’s grand adventure!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She took a nap too. 😀 Thanks, Michele.

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      1. Michele Lee's avatar

        Thatta girl! 😊 You’re welcome and a lovely Friday to you!

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          She does have lovely days. 😀

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  34. Dan Antion's avatar

    I tried four times to leave a comment yesterday, John. I was pretty sure the 4th attempt worked, but I don’t see it here. I Was just trying to say that I liked the post, and that I understand Tempest when she says she’s glad to be home.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I did answer you. In fact, I clicked on the IP address hoping to discover who it was, and nothing came up. It was not your usual IP address.

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      1. Dan Antion's avatar

        WordPress sure is making it difficult. I never saw that reply. I never even saw my comment.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yeah, they suck.

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  35. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

    Love the story and adorable photos, John, and home will always be ‘home sweet home.’

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Always true, Lauren. Thank you.

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  36. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    I agree! Home is like that! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      😀 Thank you, Jan

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  37. Jane Dalton's avatar

    Hello John, home is best, as your lovely girls know. Much love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy & Tempeste. Xxx ❤️

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jane.

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  38. Cindy Georgakas's avatar

    Oh that’s hot alright! Lots of sprinkler fun! 🤩

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Cindy. 😀

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  39. Jennie's avatar

    Yes, it’s good to be home, Tempeste. Twiggy you are the wise older sister, home is like that.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Miss Jennie. I love my home.

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  40. Resa's avatar

    Gee Tempeste, that was a big day’s adventure. You must be pooped out!

    Twiggy, staying home is good too! I like home, and do not go out to walk when it hits 80. (that is including humidex)

    Long walks, not over 75.

    Okay, summer it is!

    Say hi to Summer DaD!

    ☀️ⱦ ☀️ⱦ ☀️ⱦ

    (those would be melting x’s)

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Summer is good. We don’t walk when it is over 90. (Which is most days). We have to get in a walk in the morning. Dad likes the melting X’s 😓X

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      1. Resa's avatar

        Have you tried rolling?
        Tell dad the ⱦ’s aren’t all that’s melting!
        🥵ⱦ

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          No rolling. 🥵X

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  41. kethuprofumo's avatar

    Tempeste guides around the Resort spa!😅😅😅 My congratulations with the fountain pool. It looks impressive.🍤🍤🍤🍻🌞

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think she would have enjoyed going in there.😊

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  42. Unknown's avatar
    Anonymous · · Reply

    Tempeste may be getting some new gardening ideas now. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think she might.

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  43. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    Tempeste getting to see the world. Last week it was the park I think. Nice.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, she is branching out. She also does agility training, and it is hoped we can get some shots of that sometime.

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