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.”

84 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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      1. srbottch's avatar

        OMG, chickens don’t have ears? And, here, for all these years, I….. oh, never mind.

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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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      1. John W. Howell's avatar

        She did coin it.

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        1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

          I thought it was great since their weekly antics could easily be a book with pictures.

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        2. John W. Howell's avatar

          One time, I tried illustrations. Didn’t work.

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        3. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

          You can always try again.

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        4. John W. Howell's avatar

          That’s true. Oi Vey, the work.

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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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      1. noelleg44's avatar

        Luckily you have two photogenic girls!

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Noelle.

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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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      1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

        She’s a born actress. Next she’ll be reciting Shakespeare. 🙂

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          A bone, a bone. My kingdom for a bone.”

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        2. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

          I’m giggling. I can see her playing Ophelia to a packed house full of pumas. 🙂

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        3. John W. Howell's avatar

          Great visual. “O, woe is me, / To have seen what I have seen, see what I see!” 😊

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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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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Exactly. Through the whole thing.

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  17. D.L. Finn, Author's avatar
    D.L. Finn, Author · · Reply

    That was fun 🙂 Such creative pups who always bring a smile.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Denise. 😊

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  18. robbiesinspiration's avatar

    Ah, these two always have a lark.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, Robbie. Thanks.

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  19. petespringer's avatar

    Great cinematography, John. Nothing beats the action of a falling chicken into a raging river.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. I caught it just right. Thanks, Pete.

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  20. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    Young ladies, you are most adventurous and I applaud your energies, both passive and aggressive! xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Annette. 😊

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  21. Marie A Bailey's avatar

    Twiggy looked annoyed but her dialogue was hilarious, John. They could go on the road: The Panther and Puma Show (or should it be The Puma and Panther Show???) 😁

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Marie. 😊

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  22. Dan Antion's avatar

    Another grand battle. The girls are so good together. Thanks for sharing their adventures.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Dan. 😊

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  23. Mae Clair's avatar

    I love the panther’s eyes as she “struggles under the weight of the chicken.” And I love the puma’s look as she resists saying “I told you so.”
    Another fun round with the girls, John!
    Happy Easter to all of you!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So glad you liked i, Mae. Thanks for letting me know. 😊

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  24. coldhandboyack's avatar

    Shame about that river. Maybe he will wash up downstream tomorrow.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Could be. Thanks, Craig.

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  25. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Hahaha! Oh, I sooo needed this post, John — one of the best visits with the girls ever. Their expressions are adorable. And what an amazing capture to get the toy in mid-fall! Hugs to you and yours.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you. Teagan. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🤗

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  26. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    The Puma is sitting very nicely whilst the Panther is going wild.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      You have the whole picture. Thanks, Thomas. 😊

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  27. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.'s avatar

    Those two certainly brighten the day John and they certainly have an
    impressive snow covered mountain range as their territory… thanks for
    the smiles. hugsx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Sally. This whole place is for their enjoyment. 😊

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  28. Jane Dalton's avatar

    Thank you, John, for capturing your girls at play for us to share. Much love to you all and Happy Easter. Xxx 😘❤️

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Happy Easter to you and Tim, Jane. Much love, too. ❤️

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  29. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    You two have the best adventures!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Monika. So glad you liked it.

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  30. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    These two always brighten any day. I can only imagine how they keep you entertained.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do a great job at that. Thanks, Jan.

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  31. Sorryless's avatar

    Marlin Perkins would have LOVED these two.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. I think so, too. 😀

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