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“So why the long face, Twiggy?”
“Brother. You know I have a droop.”
“Well, yeah, but I thought you looked worried.”
“No. Everything is fine. Thought I would gaze out for a while.”
“What’s out there?”
“A couple of deer mooching carrots off Mom.”
“I like the term mooching. You know I would be upset with them if I liked carrots.”
“I know what you mean. I hope they never develop a taste for kibble.”
” Looks like they have had enough and are exiting to the right.”
“You are very observant today. You even got the direction right.”
Seems a little lonely when they go.”
“I agree. I know I called them moochers, but it is nice to see them in the morning.
“Hey, look at that. Some wise guy is driving down the street.”
“Yeah. He’s not allowed to do that without a bark.”
“How do we get down from here?”
“Just follow my lead. Don’t get ahead of me.”
“Okay, I’m right behind you.”
“Just point your nose down the stairs and let it rip.”
“Wow. That wasn’t as hard as I thought.”
“The rule is nose before butt.”
“I got it. By the way. Did Mom paint this room? It looks yellow.”
“Yeah, I noticed. Nope, it’s just the lamp reflection off the white walls. There is probably a filter for that, but you know Dad.
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Ahh, your lovely girls, John. We hope you get a date for Twiggy soon. Much love to you all. Xxx ❤️
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Thank you,, Jane. Love back to you and Tim
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Welcome back, John. Good to see the girls again. Thanks for ending your break on a Thursday.
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Thanks, Dan. I thought that would be the best way to end the break.
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Yeah, we know Dad. 🙄
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Ha ha ha. 😀
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Welcome back. Fun story. Don’t tell Twiggy, but that one picture from the back really does make her butt look big. 🤣😘🥴
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Ooooh. I will keep the secret. Thanks, Pat.
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Thanks. 🙃🤫
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I think it’s nice that you have deer around. Sounds like the girls are moderately used to them, too.
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Yes they love to watch them. Thanks, Craig.
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It’s good to see your castle is well-protected from cartoon characters bearing writing prompts.
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Yes, the hounds are on the prowl. 😀
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Neighborhood watch on the job.
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A good way to put it, Charles.
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These are some especially appealing photos of the girls. For the first time, seeing them paired like that, I imagined them with the names Salt and Pepper — but it’s far too late for a change!
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Oh, I don’t know. Many times they ignore their given names, so maybe we can change it up. 😀
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Just a running commentary from two dogs looking out the window… Oh, John…something needs to be done about the lighting? 😂 I wonder if my cats are this observant? 😹
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PS I really like that chest the girls are standing on.
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My grandfather was a surgeon in the army during World War I. That chest accompanied him to France in 1917-1918, containing all his instruments.
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Wow. It is a beautiful piece that has held up very well.
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Yes, it has. It is 110 years old this year.
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It was actually so early that the lamp interfered. I could have adjusted the yellow out, but the deadline was getting close.
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The pic of the two of them from the back is a hoot. Hope Twiggy is improving!
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Still the same. We have a surgeon consult on Wednesday.
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So sad to see the droop but I am optimistic it will resolve. Great to see the girls together, guarding the castle. They’re pretty cute! Belly rubs to both of them!
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Thank you, Noelle. Twiggy feels fine, so there is that. Thanks for the belly rubs.
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It’s nice to see the girls watching the deer from inside and not barking at them.
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Since we opened the window observation point, they don’t bark at the deer.
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Funny the girls came around to a food moocher but bark at vehicles. Nice to see their sweet faces today. Sending them big ol’ belly rubs.
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Twiggy still gives cars and trucks the St Louis destination bark-a-thon. Twiggy not so much. Thanks for the belly rubs, Staci.
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These are such great photoe John. They are so cute from the back. 🙂
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Thank you, Susannah. I’m so glad you enjoyed them. 😀
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They are very photogenic, and most girls do like preening for the camera.
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That is for sure. 😀
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Gee, a welcoming committee! You young ladies are on to something here… did you ever think of renting yourselves out to be professional greeters or even home security?
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I think the home security function would fit them best, especially if someone is allergic to barks. 😀
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It’s good to see the girls. I don’t often see deer here. It’s neat that you do.
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Yes, twice a day, they come by for a carrot.
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Great to see you back with the girls.
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Thank you, Esther. Good to be back.
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That photo of the girls in the window is beautiful. Looks like a painting!
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Aw. Thank you, Denise.
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I was going to ask if you painted! So… guess I’m not the only one to observe. I love them sitting up there watching the world go by. Lovely. Keep us posted on Twiggy 🤞
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No painting here, Dale. These guys love to gaze at the world. I will keep you posted. She has a surgeon consult next Wednesday. We should have a schedule after that. 😊
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I saw that but truly the first photos the light really changes the colour of the wall! Can you blame them? I love to watch the goings on, myself. Fingers crossed all goes well.
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What a couple of sweeties. I love their stairs and viewing table. Good luck with Twiggy’s consult. It may just take time. XO
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They need to go in and drain her ear so there will be surgery. Thanks, Darlene.
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Oh dear. I do hope it all goes well and fixes the problem. Xo
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I do too. Thanks, Darlene.
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I have a couple of trunks like that, but they’re about a hundred years old. My pup isn’t allowed to walk on them!
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This one is 110 years. My Grandfather, who was a surgeon in World War I, shipped his instruments to France in this trunk. It was built in 1915.
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The dogs are gentle with it? Or you simply know how to repair their travels? Mine are all from relatives moving. No one makes trunks like ours anymore except as decorative pieces.
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We have a pad to cover the top. It was being repaired from Tempeste, trying to rip a hole. The wood is oak and almost indestructible .
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“So, Why the long face Twiggy”..funny but not nice Tempest. It is great that you saw deer in the neighborhood. You can see a lot though the window.
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Tempeste is a little devil. Yes, the window has a great view of the neighborhood.
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So good to see the girls! How is Twiggy doing?
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She has a surgeon consult next Wednesday. She has liquid in her inner ear that has to be removed. Other than that, she is feeling fine.
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Is there an extra charge for preferred seating?
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Nope. It is first-come, first-served. Thanks, Pete
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Haha, “nose before butt,” you slay me. Hugs.
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Cute photos of the girls looking out the window. Welcome back, John.
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Thank you, Michele. Good to be back.
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The “stay ground”-principle has arrived also at the pets. Lol The view from behind on the sixth photo is so amazing. Like an old couple ranting about the neighborhood. 😉 Best wishes, Michael
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The old couple comment is a good one, Michael. 😀
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🙂 If i remember right Twiggy hasn´t had such a closeness with Lucy like with tempeste. Have a nice weekend, John! xx Michael
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So cute to see the security force working hard to keep everything in check. That’s a good rule about nose before butt, Twiggy.
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Ha ha ha, Thanks, Miss Monika. 😀
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Nose before butt – good rule. I love those two.
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Thank you, Jennie.
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You’re welcome, John.
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They are nice to share Mom with the deer and it makes good entertainment. I love the shot of them from behind. Somehow reminded me of two cats looking out a window. Only the long tails were missing.
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Ha ha ha, Thanks, Jo.
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Moochers is a great word. And for me, Imma be a smoocher with these two lovelies.
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Good play, Pilgrim. 😀
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Morning view & philosophy… Wonderful shots of the Resort! Thank you, dear John!🍻🍤🍤🍤🌞
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I think the Monk might be a wee bit jealous over that gorgeous window seat, John. And it even comes with stairs — how cool is that?!? Sure prevents jump-ups on the windows, huh? Welcome back, and fingers crossed for Twiggy!
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It is good to be back. Twiggy has an appointment with a surgeon for a consult on Wednesday. I hate surgery, but I will do it if that is the only way to get her back to normal. Thanks for the kind words.
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Twiggy and Tempeste, I adore how the 2 of you get along. There’s a couple of pics of you 2, side by side, gazing out the window that are simply wonderful.
Yellow walls? Filters? Don’t bother dad with all that! I love the yellow walls. It looks antique and romatic.
Okay, be good this week!
Hi to dad!
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I think Dad thinks like you, Miss Resa. He ignored the yellow walls for sure. 😊X Dad says “Hi” back
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Oh, John, that photo of the girls from the back, with them looking out the window is frame-worthy! It’s so sweet xo
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Thank you, Marie.
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So funny and clever. 🙂
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