”
“You know I haven’t jumped off the couch in months.”
“This is not the time to start again.”
“It does look pretty far down there.”
“A dislocated hip just waiting to happen.”
“Oh, come on. There is a bed on the floor.”
“With one inch of padding.”
“Why are you always a killjoy?”
“Five years older than you is why.”
“I guess experience does count for something.”
“Yeah, try a $5000 visit to the emergency vet.”
“Oooh. I don’t like that place at all.”
“So, get off the back of the couch.”
“I think you are right.”
“So why don’t you get off?”
“Did you ever hear of an irresistible impulse?”
“Oh, brother. Now I’ve heard everything.”
“What do you say we go out and chase a ball?”
“At last, you have come to your senses.”
“If only I could break away from this couch back.”
“Please stop.”
Fiction Favorites 
Jumping off things can be dangerous, kids. Just ask Lai. She ran at break neck speed and jumped over a short wall last week, fell on her back and couldn’t walk. A rushed trip to the vet resulted in x-rays, a shot and pills. She is OK now but can’t get up on the couch or bed without help. She is lucky nothing broke. It almost gave us a heart attack. Has it slowed her down? No!
LikeLiked by 1 person
OMG, Darlene. That must have been a scare and a half. We try to keep these two from jumping off anything. There are steps, ramps, and a whole set of gates. I’m so glad Lia is doing better. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
I know. We try to keep an eye on them but gosh, she’s fast! We call her Speedy Gonzales. Dogs, worse than kids!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
So true.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I must agree with Miss. Twiggy here… Miss. Tempeste, you have such a sense of adventure, and your sister, the sensibility! Have a great day, young ladies! ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Miss Annette. We wish you a super day as well. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wisdom can be a downer sometimes, but it can save us from a lot of pain. Great dialogue, John, as always. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Gwen. I always appreciate your visit and kind words.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Twiggy makes a good point.
LikeLiked by 1 person
She has the surgery experience to back it up. Thanks, Charles.
LikeLike
Irresistible impulse, huh!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yeah, a strong pull. Thanks, Joy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Tempeste, I know you think you are invincible; but trust Twiggy, it’s not worth a trip to the vet!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes. He has a big enough Mercedes as it is. 😄
LikeLiked by 1 person
Seriously. Every time one has to go to the vet, one needs a deep breath, a prayer and hope that it won’t put you in the poor house!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh I know. Without insurance, our bill in 2025 would have been over $10,000.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Holy crap! You know it’s crazy when you have to take insurance on your pets. I admit to never having done so… Thankfully, that was never a bad thing.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Frenchie owners know that without insurance, they are taking a big risk.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I hear you!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Typical of the French, their ailments are the most expensive
LikeLiked by 1 person
High maintenance 😉
LikeLiked by 1 person
That’s it. Thanks.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Tempeste is being talked off the couch by the wisdom of her older sister. But I do understand the impulse, which is why I can’t stand heights!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Ha ha ha. The urge to jump is big. Thanks, Pilgrim.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It really is.
LikeLiked by 1 person
First big step.
LikeLike
When it comes to irresistible impulses, even personal knowledge of the consequences doesn’t always keep things in check. Advice from others? Forget about it — there’s that challenge waiting!
LikeLiked by 1 person
So true. Thanks, Linda.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I trust Tempeste did not give in to her irresistible impulse. I like that Twiggy is just sitting there with her Buddha- like wisdom!
These ladies make my day! Belly rubs to both.
LikeLiked by 1 person
No, she knows better than to take a leap. So glad you enjoy these two, Noelle.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love those two. lol So cute!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Kymber. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
haha! Oh, Tempeste, you are something! I love how Twiggy is sitting. Little Buddha spouting knowledge. Now, if only young grasshopper will listen. 🙄😬
LikeLiked by 1 person
She listens a little. She didn’t make the leap, thank heavens. Thank you, Lois.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Ha ha ha!! Poor Tempeste has been bitten by Poe’s Imp of the Perverse!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’ll have to watch her closely for any other symptoms. Love that reference, Liz
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, john!
LikeLiked by 1 person
😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Sage advice. No one want that ER trip.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You are right, Denise. Not us for sure.
LikeLike
Oh boy! I hope chasing the ball outside won out and she did not jump off the back of the couch. Just the mention of an ouchy and vet visit would have me down in no time at all.
LikeLiked by 1 person
She got down. She does not normally go off the back of the couch. Don’t know why she was posed there for so long.
LikeLike
I have not jumped off my couch in months…and have been much better for it. The couch and I have an understanding…I will come and go, but always sit and arise in a controlled manner. Easy does it, girls!
LikeLiked by 1 person
You are very wise, Mr. Bruce. You might even have idol status.😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Vet visits are so expensive, and I imagine ER visits are worse. Tempeste, please listen to your big sis. She’s trying to save you a world of pain … and your folks a depleted bank account!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Miss Debbie. Yes, I think you are right. No need to tempt fate.
LikeLike
John – this was really fun and the back of the couch is such a great perhc place – hahah
LikeLiked by 1 person
It is Yvette. They both love to lounge on the back of the couch. The cushions are down and get very cozy,
LikeLike
Nothing like a wiser other sister. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Can’t beat it. Thanks, Susannah.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Your dialogue is always so believable. One of your many gifts. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
*blush* 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
A good reason to, 🙂
LikeLike
Glad Twiggy talked some sense into her. No more emergency vet visits!
LikeLiked by 1 person
No, we have had enough for a while.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Why is trouble often so appealing? Thank goodness Tempeste has her big sister to keep her safe. Sending them belly rubs. Thanks for the smiles, John. (And if you’re in the path of the coming storm, stay safe.)
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Staci. We are expecting freezing rain from Saturday through Monday. We’ll be prepared. I’m glad you enjoyed the post, and the girls enjoyed the belly rubs.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It’s great to see Twiggy giving good advice to Tempeste, John, trying to keep her safe.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think so, too, Tim. Thanks. 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
$5,000—ouch! It sounds like Twiggy learned her lesson. Let’s hope that Tmpeste doesn’t give an encore.
LikeLiked by 1 person
We had two such visits, so about that lesson. Thanks, Pete.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Tempeste should learn to take the advice of her elder! Save you a few bucks, and save her a lot of pain!
LikeLiked by 1 person
She is getting better at listening. Thanks, Jill.
LikeLike
Yes be careful Tempeste, Maybe Dad could put a little stool there.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I have a ramp which I use. So I think I am safe. I was just trying to torture Twiggy. Thanks, Mr. Thomas.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh a ramp, that is good. Our Rollo has ramps too. He wants to be on top of all beds and sofas, so we have stools and ramps.
LikeLike
Lovely sequence of pix. One can feel Tempeste torn between jumping and heeding Twiggy’s advice 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
It would appear that way, but she wouldn’t try. We have a ramp for her to use.
LikeLike
Loving Twiggy’s pose and expressions. She looks so calm and wise.
LikeLiked by 1 person
She is much calmer and wiser for sure. Thanks, Craig.
LikeLike
Suppose pain is a lasting teacher. Wise older sister!
LikeLike