“Hey Twiggy. Where’s Mom?”
“Um, I’m not sure.”
“Not sure? What are you crazy?”
“What does that supposed to mean?”
“If she gets out of our sight, we may lose her forever.”
“I don’t think so. Be patient. She’ll show up.”
“In case you haven’t noticed, patience is not one of my virtues.”
“Well, what are you afraid of then?”
“When Mom disappears, she is out of my control.”
“Well, that sounds a little nuts to me.”
“What I mean is I get concerned about her.”
“Goodness, she has been around a lot longer than you.”
“Okay, I admit it. I get insecure when she’s not in my sight.”
“Like all Frenchies.”
“I’m checking behind the bikes.”
“Yeah, go ahead and hide out. I think I hear her.”
“You do? Where is she?”
“Coming this way from the garage.”
“Oh, I see her. Hey, Mom, here we are. Yoo hoo, Mom.
“She’s coming. By the way, you better figure out what you are going to say about the pillows you messed up.”
“I’m going to blame you.”
“Ha ha ha. She’ll never fall for that, but give it your best shot.”
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That was a neat twist at the end, John…
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Thank you, Jaye. 😀
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Whoa! Twiggy is walking on thin ice saying mom has been around longer!!
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Lucky for Twiggy, Mom was out of earshot. Unfortunately, I was not that lucky.
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You didn’t chuckle about it, did you? Mom will get even, remember she cooks your food!!
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She buys the food. I usually cook it, but you are right. She has certain specialties that could be conduits to revenge. 😀
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Good man!
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😀
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Of course the girls are delightful, but here’s an unrelated question: is that black and white rug new? I don’t remember seeing it before, and it’s exceptionally attractive!
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It is about a year old. We went to black cushions on the furniture so the other rug had a neutral tone and didn’t fit.
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Mrs. Howell I’m sure is quite charmed by this. I like when Tempeste admits, patience isn’t one of her virtues. I can relate. Always enjoy sneaking peaks at your house.
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Thank you, Susannah. Tempeste is an icon for impatience. 😀
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Love…icon of for impatience. 🙂
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Ha ha ha. She is like that dinosaur meme. Hopefully, by the time she is three, she will mellow out.
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Mom is obviously an important part of this family. Could it be that she (like me) is the one who feeds them? Dot & Lia get very excited when I return, even if I was only gone a little while. Lia follows me around like a little shadow! Twiggy looks like she is feeling better.
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The funny thing is, I feed them. They just like Mom better is all. Twiggy is feeling better but still has a droop. She is shaking much better. I know that’s a small item, but she couldn’t shake when she first got home. Thanks, Darlene
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Dot’s got a bad tooth. The little things are big things when it comes to our fur babies.
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Aw. I’m sorry about her tooth. Does it have to be pulled?
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We’ll find out on Monday. But they think a good cleaning will do the trick.
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Let’s hope.
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Adorable clinginess.
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We call them Clingons
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Twiggy’s maturity is shining through. And hey, at least Tempeste knows that she is not patient, so there is that! I guess they have a bit of anxiety when Mom is not within eyesight!
How’s our Twiggy doing?
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Yes, they love their mom. Twiggy is doing okay. She is eating well and sleeping well. She still has a head tilt and drooping muzzle. Not sure if that will ever go away. She is playing with toys and has her shake back. (She couldnt shake when she first got home) So these are all small improvements. Thanks, Dale
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I don’t doubt they love Dad, too.
Improvements, no matter how small count! Sweet Twiggy. 🤗
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😊 So true on both counts. Thanks, Dale.
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You betcha!
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Perfect. Tempeste being young and impatient and Twiggy’s maturity counseling her. What did they do when they got Mom’s attention?
Belly rubs for both of them!
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They wagged their rear ends and wanted to be petted. Thanks for the belly rubs
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It’s great to see the girls, John, and wonderful that they love Mom so much.
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Thank you, Tim. Yes, it is good to see.
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Tempeste isn’t patient is she. 😊 I’m glad Mom is always going to show up and look at how Twiggy has grown to be so wise. She had a great teacher.
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Twiggy had the best teacher for sure. We still miss Lucy here. Thanks, Deborah.
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Those two are incomparable, but lovable. Fun post, John.
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Thank you, Pat. I’m glad you liked it.
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They are so sweet. One of my cats is very clingy to me, whereas the other one doesn’t even notice if I’ve gone away.
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That is so typical. You have to wonder why.
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Sweet story, John. You’ve captured their separate personalities beautifully. 😊
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Thank you, Gwen. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😊
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Are Frenchies’ prone to separation anxiety?
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YES. They have to be with you all the time.
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Well, it’s nice to be loved and appreciated (within reason, of course).
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These two are outside of reason on that score.
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😊
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This all sounds very familiar, John, except from a cat. She follows us around from a cat-like distance and waits at the door for us if we dare leave the house and her. No pillow issues though.
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Tempeste loves to knock those pillows off. Go figure. You cat sounds like a sweetheart
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Are Frenchies Velcro dogs, too? The reason I ask is that Monk is, for sure. He’s GOT to know where I am at all times, and he frets big time if he doesn’t. Hide-and-Seek is not his favorite game, as you can imagine! By the way, I’m with Linda on that black and white rug – it’s gorgeous!
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Thank you, Debbie. More of The Producer’s design ability. Yes, Frenchies are Velcro dogs. They follow us everywhere and have to be in the same room. They don’t need to be on us, but they certainly should be in the same room.
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It’s an endearing trait, but sometimes it can get tiring, don’t you think?!!
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Oh yeah. I can’t tell you how many times we say, “I’m not going anywhere just to get some water.”
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The Monk never believes that. He seems to think he’s living with the biggest liar in Illinois, or that just maybe, something else will capture my attention and he doesn’t want to miss out on the excitement!
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Ha ha ha. Love that comment. “Biggest liar in Illinois.”
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Awww, I’ve missed these two while I was away. I love their devotion. Or perhaps it’s a combination of devotion and insecurity. They need to keep their people where they can see them. Thanks for sharing, John.
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A big batch of insecurity for sure.
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Sweet devotion! And I bet they make sure they are protecting Mom.
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They do. Thanks, Jo. Have a super weekend.
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Dogs get so spun up when their people leave. I’m glad it ended well (well, for Tempeste).
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I think it always ends well. 😀 Thanks, Dan
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Lovely John.. as always ♥
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Thank you, Sally. So glad you liked it. 😊
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Tempest, it is OK to be insecure when mom is out of sight. When we leave our Rollo sits and looks out the window, sometimes for hours until we come back. She won’t be gone too long.
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I think they are all the same. Thanks, Thomas.
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Wow, your mom is so lucky to have 2 such loving young ladies! xx
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Sometimes she thinks she is overloved, Miss Annette. 😀
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My recent ones always seemed to prefer Mom too.
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Gotta wonder why. 😊
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Aww, sweet Tempeste…you sound like you’re part sheepdog. Worrying about Mum and where she’s at and how long she’s been away. I had to chuckle listening to you think out loud. Hope she gave you lots of reassuring pets and some tasty treats.
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She is pretty skimpy on the treats, Miss Monika. Lots of love, though. 😊
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One out of two isn’t bad. 😉 And the second one is better for your waistline anyway.
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I think so too, and so does Mom. Thanks, Monika.
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A happy ending. Our dog adores my wife, too, and follows her around everywhere
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I have to wonder. I guess I’m chopped liver. Thanks, Pete.
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Heartwarming exchange. Thank you for the sweet share, John.
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So glad you liked it, Michele. 😊
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Motherly love and adoration, John. Twiggy is wiser and more patient, and maybe her sister will learn from her…. It’s good to se Twiggy slowly recovering. Much love to you all, always. Xxx ❤️
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Thank you, Jane. Love and good wishes for the weekend back to you and Tim
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Does life get any better than that???
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Nope. Pretty darn nice. 😀 Thanks, Jacqui.
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I love these two! BTW, how is Twiggy doing?
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Twiggy has to see a neurologist on Tuesday. There was no bacterial in the spinal fluid sample so the hunt is still on for the cause of the infection. The doctor suspects that it may be a bone infection. He also believes she has some fluid in her right ear, which will need surgery to remove. Twiggy is happy, eating and sleeping well. Thanks for your concern, Jennie.
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Thank you for letting me know, John. I was concerned. Hey, she’s eating, happy, and sleeping well. That speaks volumes. Can you give her an extra treat for me?
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She thanks you for the treat. 😀
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Love these two.. And reading the comments John, Sending well wishes for Twiggy I hope she goes on okay… They are like our children, and its worse as they cannot tell you how they feel..
Sending much love and have a great weekend John xx
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Twiggy is doing well. We think she might have some liquid in her ear, but we have a neurologist consult next Tuesday to check it out. Thanks, Sue.
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My thoughts and prayers that she goes on okay John and is soon on the mend xx 🙏
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Thank you, Sue.
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Tempeste sounds like a mama, always worried about the family and always wanting to keep everyone safe. And Twiggy, once again the voice of reason. Hope she’s doing well, Boss.
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I think you nailed the two personalities.
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It’s quite evident 😉
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😊
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Kind of like cats sticking their paws under the bathroom door? This was a cute visit, John. Twiggy is looking better. Hugs.
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I remember our cats doing that, too. Thanks for the smile, Teagan. Twiggy is doing better. We have a neurological consult next Tuesday to see what can be done about her head tilt. Our doc thinks it might be fluid in the ear canal. We shall see. 🤗
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Whew!
Guys, I was really worried there! Tempeste had me going. I should have known Twiggy knows best!
Are you all better now, Twiggy?
Tempeste, just tell mom you were “fluffing” the pillows for her!
🤭X 🤭X
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Well, Miss Resa, I’m as well as can be expected right now. Still have paralysis on the right side of my face. I’ll be going to a neurologist on Tuesday to see what he can figure out. I have an incredible appetite and do sleep well, so there’s no pain. Your advice to Tempeste was excellent. Dad says Hi.
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Okay.. good that you can eat and are not in pain.
You know, our leader in the 1990’s had Bell’s Palsy. Half his face was sort of frozen…droopy, but he was fine.
OX
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That’s the way I am. Thanks, Miss Resa. 😊X
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Very good!
🥰X
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Twiggy seems better this week, John. Such a cute post 🩵
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She is getting better. Playing with her toys more. Her tight eye is opening wider, too. Thanks, Robbie.
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I’m happy to know that John.
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😊
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Yeah, puppers don’t like it when their people are gone. Glad that all worked out for the girls. (Hoping Twiggy is feeling better.) Sending belly rubs.
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She is feeling better, but the solution is surgery to fix the fluid in her ear. Waiting for all the doctors to agree on a plan.
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Praying it’s soon and all goes well. (Sorry I was so late.)
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Thank you, Staci. You are never late. Just delayed is all.
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Twiggy is looking more like her old self. 🙂
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She is getting there, Debby.Thanks
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Good to hear John. 🙂
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😅😅😅 The Twiggy Tempeste Resort at action)))) Thank you, dear John.🍻🍤🍤🍤
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Thank you.
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Is this a jealous dad post? Wonder how eagerly is dad awaited…
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I always get a great reception, too. They do like Mom better, though.
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It’s a rigged game. I’ve stopped trying.
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Me, too.
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