Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy has a birthday – Plus Twiggy, Tempeste, and the Sun

~ John W. Howell

Twiggy celebrated her Eighth birthday on Tuesday. Here she is with her present. Looks like she might have been expecting a treat instead but it was a good day.

Let’s join Twiggy and Tempeste outside.

“So twiggy. How’s that sun?”

“It’s delightful.”

“I have trouble just lying around like that.”

“Yeah, but you and I are different.”

“Well, that’s for sure.”

“Where are you going?”

“I’m going to look for a toy so we can play.”

“What makes you think I want to play?”

“Well, it is a beautiful day and thought we could play.”

“I agree it is a beautiful day. I want to lie in the sun.”

“While you are lying there, what am I going to do?”

“You know, sometimes you just have to be alone and entertain yourself.”

“Entertain myself? What fun is that?”

“It may not sound like fun now, but think of something you would enjoy.”

“I do enjoy chasing a ball by myself. Maybe I’ll do that.”

“There you go. Find a ball and chase it.”

“I haven’t seen one for a while.”

“Go check out the entire yard.”

”

“Good idea. I’ll check every corner.”

“Sounds like a plan.”

“I’ll try the far side.”

“Great.”

“Are you watching me, Twiggy?”

“Uh Huh. Got my eyes on you.”

“Looks like you’re sleeping to me.”

“How could I possibly sleep?”

118 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy has a birthday – Plus Twiggy, Tempeste, and the Sun”

  1. Happy Happy Birthday dear Twiggy!! Sending lots of love and cuddles from Spain. And tons of (good for you) snacks. Your pals, Dot & Lia

    PS Dot is sleeping in the sun as we speak and Lia is pestering her to play. LOL!

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  6. I guess it would be hard to put a birthday candle in a piece of kibble, but that looks like one fine present. And what’s better than being allowed to do exactly what you want to do on your birthday — that is, nap in the sun?

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  10. I always enjoy time with my fur babies. They have unconditional love, which is a rare commodity these days. Good to see you still posting, John. I’m getting back to it. I miss communicating with this writing community.

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      1. I am reinvigorated in my creative life. I was in a very stressful job for the past 6 years or so and have transitioned to a job with a low level of stress with retirement in sight in the next 4-5 years hopefully. Writing, theatre and music are my passions that I want to turn into retirement activities and, hopefully, some income.

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  12. Happy Birthday to my dear Twiggy! I just love that photo of her sleeping in the sun – she doesn’t look too sure of her present, though. Here’s hoping for many more years for her!

    Belly rubs from me and yes, the cats!

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  19. Happy Birthday, Twiggy — you wear your years well! I like your Barney toy, too. It’s funny she gives Tempeste the same advice I regularly give the Monk: can’t you entertain yourself for just a few minutes?!?

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      1. Yeah, moms are special caregivers. Try dad. Speaking of dads, mine is getting two jackets, three scarves and a double knit hat on to take me out for my last pee run. Oh, and hand warmers in his gloves. What a wimp. All I get is some suave on my paws. I’ll take my time just to get him chilled😂. Goodnight, Twiggy.

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        2. Sorry, Twiggy. I didn’t notice the wrong spell check. Meant ‘salve’ and it’s called ‘Musher’. Mom puts it on my paws in very cold or hot weather to protect my pads from snow, cold and hot pavement.

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  29. I know for a fact dogs can see with their eyes closed so Twiggy’s right.

    BTW, I’m not following comments and I hope I don’t bomb you with links anymore! That’s such an awful thing to do.

    Sigh.

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  35. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TWIGGY

    Twiggy just wants to soak up the rays, Tempeste. It’s her special day, so you have a ball with the ball. Twiggy says its somewhere in the yard.

    Lol.. a ball, a ball, my kingdom for a ball!

    ⚽️X 🏀X 🥎X 🏐X

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  37. Happy Birthday, dear Twiggy! I wish you more delicious snacks and mysteries to discover. Last photos reflect her age: a wise, experienced Resort dog))) Thanks to Molly & you, dear John, for care!🍾🥂🍰❤❤❤🌹🌹🌹🦐🦐🦐🍻🥳

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