Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste in the Jungle

“The Panther looks over and sees two victims. A hapless Puma or helpless chicken.”

“Brother, so the drama begins.”

The Panther decides it will be Chicken Licken for lunch.”

“Nice illiteration there, Panther.”

“The Panther decides to take her prey to the mountain top for a peaceful meal.”

“Where else is there to go? No trees in sight.”

“The Panther struggles under the weight of the huge chicken.”

“That stuffed chicken is almost weightless.”

“Finally, to the top of the mountain. The Panther checks to make sure all is secure.”

“I would not open your mouth, Miss Panther. That raging river below could sweep your prey away.”

The Panther holds the prey and tells the Puma to buzz off.”

“The Puma can’t bear to watch what happens next.”

“Arrrrg, the chicken slips from the Panther’s grasp and falls in the raging water below.”

“The Puma resists saying ‘I told you so'”

“The Puma, feeling pangs of hunger, approaches Cocoa and Doughdoe.”

“Like you would ever see those two as prey.”

“The Panther decides to forget the prey and think more about beating up the Puma.”

“The Puma thinks and then says  out loud, ‘Bring it on, Panther.'”

“How about tomorrow?”

“Deal.”

37 comments

  1. joylennick's avatar

    Your two, bright little darwgies certainly have fun, John! Cheers. J

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Joy. Cheers to you.

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  2. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more's avatar

    Twiggy seems not to be very amused. But indeed a great photo story. Thanks, John! Best wishes, Michael

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Sometimes Twiggy gets a little annoyed with her sister. This might be one of those times. Thanks, Michael.

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  3. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen M. Plano · · Reply

    Another great story! 😊 In the Howell abode, exciting escapades erupt daily in the expert hands of the resident writer. Thank you for sharing the fun with us, John. Loved this one!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I have to keep a camera handy as the story develops. These two are not good at sitting still for photos. Thank you, Gwen. So glad you enjoyed it. 😀

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  4. Maggie's avatar

    Such a joyful read, John. They make quite a pair.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Maggie. It’s good to “see” you here. So glad you enjoyed the post.😊

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      1. Maggie's avatar

        I did like it a lot. And thank you. It is good to be back.

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  5. srbottch's avatar

    “Pull its ears off! Pull its ears off!”, exhorted Lucy from afar. “That’s what I would do” she continued, until I reminded her that it’s not her story. “But I’m such a fan!”

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Tempest would willingly pull the ears off if chickens had ears. Thanks, Steve. I can almost see Lucy in action. 😀

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  6. equipsblog's avatar

    Good plan to put off until tomorrow what shouldn’t mare today. Nice avoidance strategy.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      These two are very good at avoidance. Thanks, Pat.

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      1. equipsblog's avatar

        I’ve noticed that. Good work, Puma and Panther

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  7. Teri Polen's avatar

    This put a big smile on my face, John. Makes me wonder what’s going through Bond’s mind when he’s stalking birds and insects on the patio.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It would be fun to be able to read, wouldn’t it? Thanks, Teri.

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  8. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    At least they schedule their rumbles. Gives you time to prepare.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. There have been a few where the coffee went flying.

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  9. lois's avatar

    The Panther Chronicles are so hilarious. Twiggy is the perfect straight man. These two are so much fun, John.

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    1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

      Did you coin it, The Panther Chronicles? I just love that Lois. 🙂

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    2. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lois. I have to laugh, myself.

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  10. noelleg44's avatar

    This interchange came me belly laughs. Twiggy just comments and stays impervious while the look on Tempeste’s face as she struggles with the chicken is hilarious.

    I love these tales of the Panther and Puma. Keep them coming!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      My cast has to be in the right mood. Lucky I have the camera handy when that occurs.

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  11. Darlene's avatar

    It’s fun to watch them play! Dot gets annoyed at Lia at times as well. Since Dot had the lump removed, she is now a bit more playful herself, which is good. 🐶🐶

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That is a good thing. Thanks for sharing, Darlene. 😊

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  12. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    Bring it on panther. You have to respect a guy who despite a raging water below puts up his dukes. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Tempeste acts like there really is a river off the back of the couch. She will stand there, whining, for her servants to get the toy and bring it back to shore. 😀

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  13. Esther Chilton's avatar

    Poor chicken 😂 This was lots of fun, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, chicken takes a beating for sure. Thanks, Esther.

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  14. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    Twiggy watches Tempeste’s action most of the time, but sometimes looks away. It’s so nice to see the girls, John! Thanks for sharing them.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So glad you visit, Tim. Thanks for the nice comment. 😀

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  15. circadianreflections's avatar

    LOL! It’s always entertaining. Thanks for sharing them with us, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      A pleasure, Deborah. Glad you enjoyed it. 😀

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  16. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    If I’m not mistaken, the Puma is rolling her eyes at the Panther throughout this whole exchange.

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