“How long are you going to play with Chicken, Tempeste?”
“I just started. I don’t know. Why not get Coco and Dodo?”
“I played with Coco and Dodo a while ago. I was going to play with Chicken next.”
“Well, when I’m through, you are welcome to Chicken. In the meantime, get Coco and Dodo.”
“Okay, I got Coco and Dodo. They are sick of me, and I’m sick of them.”
“That sounds a bit extreme, Twiggy.”
“It’s true. They don’t want to play with me, and I feel the same.”
“Okay, maybe later, Chicken will be yours.”
“I guess you don’t get it. I need chicken now.”
“I never heard of anyone Jonesing for a toy before.”
“It’s not that. You have been hogging that thing for an hour.”
“An hour? No way.”
“Way. I’m going to speak to a higher authority about this.”
“Mom is at the store.”
“Dad. Tempeste has had Chicken for an hour and won’t share.”
“I thought you said higher authority. Here comes Dad’s comment.”
“Don’t listen to Tempest, Dad. Make her give up Chicken.”
“Now, Twiggy. You know that toy sharing is a matter of when one is through with a toy. Now go get Coco and Dodo.”
“Look at Coco and Dodo. They don’t want to play.”
“Then find something else. You have a lot of choices.”
“Boy, Tempeste, you must be a precious pal to Dad.”
“No. He’s the rule man. I think you might have been better off waiting for Mom.”
“Well, just wait until she gets home.”
“In an hour? Yeah, I can wait.”
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Balanced and fair, John. I chuckled. Much love to you all. Xxx 🩷
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Glad you got a chuckle. Much love back to you and Tim.
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It’s so hard to wait for you turn sometimes. Is Twiggy’s face looking better or is it the angle of the image? I hope it’s better!
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Twiggy’s face looks better to me, too.
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It is getting there. 😊
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Her face is improving slowly. We are hoping the meds bring her back. The good news is she is not bothered by the droop. Thanks, Deborah. 😊
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A nice twist, John – ‘…just wait till mom gets home…’
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Ha ha ha. Mom would immediately tell Tempeste to share. 😀
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Little Twiggy is very out of sorts today!
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She has had it with her sister hogging a toy.
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Sibling rivalry at work.
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Yup.
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So, you and Rodney Dangerfield….no respect. Even from the dogs?! Gosh, they sound just like kids! 😂
What is that artwork on the wall in your first picture?
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An oil painting of Albert Einstein. It’s a piece of performance art
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Of course these two would know the play the parents against one another game. I think I heard Tempeste mutter, “What is this ‘sharing’ of which you speak?”
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Ha ha ha. Yes, she does not appreciate the concept.
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Even pets know who’s really the boss. 😄 Great dialogue, John!
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Thank you, Gwen. 😀
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You’re a softie for Tempeste, John. I would tell her to share (as would Mom). The girls do make me laugh.
And Twiggy’s face looks better!
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I think her face does look better. Thanks, Noelle. Yes, I’m the softie.
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Oh hilarious, just like children.
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Thank you, Robbie.
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It’s nice to see the girls, John. Tempeste seems to be a chicken addict, like I am. It’s good she’s not a coffee addict like I am.
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She loves that toy for sure. Thanks, Tim.
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So true that the kids or animals (or adults) want the toy that the other person is using at the moment.
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A universal truth. Thanks, Rebecca.
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Typical kids!! They always want what the other has. Nice to see that Twiggy’s face is getting better.
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Thank you, Darlene. We are happy for each little improvement.
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I simply love…higher authority. Go Twiggy! 🙂
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Yes indeed. 😀
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It sucks to have to wait your turn, Twiggy. Just think, it’ll be nice and soppy and full of Tempeste’s drool when she’s done… Oh? Do you still want it so bad? 😉
These are always so fun.
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Ew, Miss Dale. I have changed my mind. 😀
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Aww, poor Coco and Dodo. At least they have each other. 🍩☕. I’m sure Twiggy got some tummy-rub consolation. I enjoyed this visit with the girls, John — as I always do. Big hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan. Yes, tummy rubs are always included. Hugs back.
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“Wait until Mom gets home!” Learning to share can be hard. Good call, Dad.
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Thank you, Jo. 😀
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Goodness, I can rightly imagine Twiggy saying, “Dad!!” 🙂 But fair is fair 😉
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Ha ha ha. Reminds me of the time I called my oldest daughter out at first base. Tough call.
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Oh, dear, I bet it took a long while for you to live that down 😉
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Still get a reminder now and then.
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With all those toys lying around, you’d think they could entertain themselves, huh, John? The Monk is the same way. I could give him a new toy every single day, yet he’d still be all like, “I’m bored, Mama. There’s nothing to do around here!” You’ve captured it beautifully — and I love how they pit one parent against the other!
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Thank you, Debbie. You are so right about all the toys lying around. Gotta wonder. 😀
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Adorable dialogue and “Coco and Dodo” are cute names. Sweet, too! ☕🍩 Thanks for the smiles! 😊
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So glad you liked it, Michele. Thanks for letting me know.
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Young ladies… all this squawking, makes me wish I was as popular as chicken! xx
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Personally, I wish I were actually a chicken.
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They really do fall in love with the newest toys.
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That is for certain. 😊
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Haha! That was good, John. “Now pinch-hitting for the higher authority, it’s the one and only, a man that needs no introduction—Dad.”
My line is I’m married to my better three-quarters.
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I like the 3/4s statement. Pete. More reflective of reality. 😀
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Twiggy is good at waiting. Wait for mom, Tempest.🤭
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I think Tempeste knows that she is better off decision-wise with ole soft Dad. Thanks, Hazel.
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Toy arguments. I’ve seen those before. Twiggy, I think you should give Coco and Dodo a chance.
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Thank you, Mr. Thomas. Coco and Dodo are tired of me as well. I finally settled on the dinosaur. We had a good time.
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The dinosaur is a great choice Twiggy
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Awwwwww … poor Twiggy!
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I know, right?
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We have to cut a little slack for Tempeste.. sorry Twiggy.. right dad? xo
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It looks that way. Mom will straighten it out.
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As all good mom’s do! 💕
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Yes, they do.
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I laughed at how the higher authority is immediately mom, lol. Guess you’re just the backup, John.
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I think you are right, Teri. 😀
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Definitely hard to change the rule person’s mind;)
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Yes, it is.
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Giggle…why is it that pets always think Mom is the ultimate arbiter. Good one, John.
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The Mom nurture is hard to ignore.
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Well Boss, you did good. You followed the House Rules On Toys to the letter. Twiggy is definitely going to appeal your ruling unless she can settle with Tempeste out of court.
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Twiggy will get her day in court for sure. Thanks, Pilgrim.
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Hahaha!
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Thanks for the smiles, John. If only human problems were similar. 🙂 Give them a hug for me. I have to get my dog fix where I can since Copper isn’t with us anymore. 🧡
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You can always come here. Thanks Lauren
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If you were closer, I would! 😁
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Well, there is still the virtual visit on Thursday.
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True. 🙂 I need to look into that! Thanks for the reminder.
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This one made me laugh out loud! So fun!
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So lovely to hear, Stephanie. Thank you. 😊
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No allowance for seniority, John?
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One would think so, but it is a harsh world around here. Twiggy sends her thanks.
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Did you take this script from my classroom? Big smiles, here! 😀
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I may have. I’ll bet you see this time and time again.
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Yup! 😀 Best to you, John.
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Best to you, Jennie
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So,Twiggy, in other words- mom has final say?
Still, sharing is good, and you guys have a lot of toys.
Hi to dad!
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Well, I think Mom will take sharing more seriously than Dad. I could find another toy, but then what fun would I have if I didn’t get Tempeste to give it up? Dad says, “Hi.” 😊X
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Hmm, you have a point, but you might want to try a new toy tactic!
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Good advice, Miss Resa. ARFX
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Lolol, they know who the real boss is. 🤣
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Yes, and I do too. Thanks, Debby. 😊
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🙂
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“I thought you said higher authority.” Ouch! Someone was feeling bold and sassy. Maybe it’s a power-granting chicken.
Thanks for the smiles, John. Sending the girls belly rubs.
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I like the idea of a power-granting chicken.
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Knew they were smart. They know the diff between higher and lower authority 🙂
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A matter of survival, I think. Thanks, Ankur.
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