“Tempeste, why aren’t you testing the fence?”
“For one, this tasty leaf needs to be finished.”
“Is there a for two?”
“Well, from here it looks mighty wicked.”
“What do you mean, ‘wicked?'”
“It might be electrified.”
“Dad would never do that.”
“He would get pretty excited when I busted through the old one.”
“Yeah, but this looks like it is made pretty well.”
“It does look substantial. I don’t see any wires.”
“For heaven’s sake. It won’t be wired.”
“But it is all creepy and black. You can hardly see it.”
“Go ahead and touch your nose to it.”
“If I get shocked, I’m going to be really mad at you.”
“Well, you satisfied it’s not electrified?”
Sure am. Now I have to figure a way out of here.”
“I can’t believe you. You have everything you want. The fence is because you eat every leaf you can find. Why not stop the leaf habit, and I’ll bet the fence would disappear.”
“Twiggy. If I could stop the leaf habit, I would. You are right about having everything right here. It’s just there are so many leaves outside this fence.”
“How about forgetting about the leaves and just enjoying the day. A few will blow in that you can pounce on.”
“So true, sister. Alright, I’ll forget about the great escape. Why are you smelling that chair?”
“Great. I’m smelling this chair cause someone used some kind of cleaner on it.”
“That sounds like normal behavior. And you get on me about leaves.”
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The grass is always greener lol.. hugsx
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Always. 😀
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I wonder if its the taste or the texture that makes the leaves so appealing. There are plenty of chips that aren’t top of the line tasty, but I’ll eat them because of the crunch!
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There are two things she likes. The crunch is one, and the idea of tearing the leaf away from the stem and then pulling on the stem is another. Of course, there are the young green leaves that she chews and swallows. So far, we have kept consumption down to a dull roar and no bad side effects. To your chip comment, I will eat anything chip-like in a bag and salty. Thanks, Linda.
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Love the dog’s eye view of life. 😍
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Thank you, Pat. 😊
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😇🐶😁
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I do admire Tempeste for giving her full attention to something. Twiggy sure has her hands full, though. 😀
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That is true. We were hoping that by two years, Tempreste would have calmed down. Nope still going strong
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Are there dog support groups for leaf addiction? Just sayin’.
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There certainly should be. Thanks, Teri 😀
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Leaves, huh!
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Yup, leaves.
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It’s sure nice to see the girls, John, and I’m glad you post them. The fence is a good idea to protect the plants. I don’t know if there’s a way to teach her not to go after the plants.
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There doesn’t seem to be a way. We have tried everything to no avail. Just need to keep her away from them.
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Nice parting shot, Tempeste!
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Thank you, Miss Liz
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You’re welcome, Tempeste!
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😀
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Ha! Typical sibling conversation! I love it.
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Thank you, Maggie. Glad you liked it.
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They keep you on your toes, alright!💕
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Yes indeed. No rest around here.
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No rest for the wicked! ❣️
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Plenty of that, too.
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Smart to be cautious.
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Yes. Don’t want to find out what leaf overdose looks like.
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French girls are different from other girls. Inky Dinky Parlez vous…and all that jazz. In other words, Tempeste Howell just can’t help herself, as I see it. Bon jour mon amie,, the extent of my French.
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I took six years (four in high school and two in college) and am right with you. 😀
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Oui Oui 🙂
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Non, je ne regrette rien 🎶
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I have to get out my French Dictionary. Where is it…
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Under that Lamott tome.
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That made me laugh. Yes, we have a few Annies here at Chez Susannah’s. 🙂
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😄I knew that.
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Sometimes desperate measures call for… well, a new fence. Bless those girls.
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Yes, indeed. Thank you, Esther.
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Nice fence. Looks like it should do the trick. Too many leaves can’t be good for her.
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No. We believe the same. Too many leaves are not a good thing.
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Well, I must say the new fence looks nice and sturdy. Should take care of the leaf issue quite well. These two are a hoot and a half! Thank you for sharing, John!
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Thanks for the visit, Jan, and I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
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Tell Tempeste she is not alone. I have some indoor plants that were removed to the patio because they’d been eaten down to the stems. Both cats. Now they snuffle around looking for dead leaves from the one remaining indoor plant, which is on a table.
Twiggy, as always, is the voice of reason.
I love the antics of these two. Ear scratches being sent!
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They love the ear scratches. Thanks, Noelle. Yes, cats do love plants, too.
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And how. Sometimes the leaves come back up. I bought them some grass to eat but they didn’t like it!
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So typical, Noelle.
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Looks like a very nice fence. Tempeste is sounding so grown-up these days. xo
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Yes, she has grown, but hopefully will mature a little more. Thanks, Marie.
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Nice fencing. I hope she doesn’t figure out a way to get through it. Twiggy is right there will be a leaf or three that get into the yard for her to pounce on. Hopefully, not too often though.
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We have to clear the blow-ins every morning. It is worth it to see that old plastic stuff go away.
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John, you really know dat fence bidness…l hope all three of your girls appreciate the extensive planning and execution that went into this project. You Da man❗🐳
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I hope so too. Now we can see the flowers, too,
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John The Fence Builder. It has a nice ring to it. Maybe a moat or one of your other security devices. How about a very loud noise or voice activated system ? Just thinking how to help you with this problem.
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Have to be careful with the psychological ramifications of certain types of operant conditioning. Poor Tempest is a delicate flower.
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I still can find a leaf that tastes good to me.
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Ha ha ha. Good one GP.
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Young ladies… you two are fencing champions! Even though, I am certain that Tempeste, would love to tell the fences, leaf me alone! (try the veal, I am here all week) xx
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Thank you, Miss Annette. Don’t forget to tip your server. 😀
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Your yard looks so nice, John, and this pair is always entertaining and adorable. 🙂
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Thank you, Lauren. 😊
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😂 Twiggy does like to keep her nose clean.
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Yes, she does. 😊
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And I’m left wondering, why a new fence? Lots of good reasons.
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Yes. 1. No unsightly plastic fence. 2 We can see our flowers. 3. Keeps Tempeste away from leaves.
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I never doubted you’d have good reasons.
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Yes indeed. In fact, we couldn’t wait to get the old stuff out of there. A fence inside a fence. There is definitely something wrong with that situation. 😀
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The warden is calling for extra security measures.
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Indeed.😀 Thanks, Pete.
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It is so funny that Tempeste has a leaf addiction. They will get used to their new nice fence. BTW this evening I ordered 12 Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA using door dash and I got them. I decided on Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA instead of Voodoo Ranger IPA because I like it a bit better but it worked. So your fiction story was part faction.
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Good for you. I only drink the Imperial. It has the body and taste that I like. Also, at 9% ABV, I don’t need to drink a lot of them since they are about 250 calories a bottle. 😀
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Yes those are all good reasons to pick the Imperial
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Saving Tempeste from herself. Strokes for your lovely girls. 😍 Much love to you all, John. Xxxx ❤️
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Much love back to you and Tim, Jane.❤️
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Do the leaves make Twiggy sick? I don’t think my cats eat leaves. They get sick regardless.
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She has choked on them but so far we have eliminated them to numbers that are safe
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I’m glad the Great Panther Escape of 2026 has been thwarted. Nice fence, John. Now if we could figure out a way to deal with the leaves…
Sending the girls belly rubs. Happy Memorial Day to you all.
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Yes the leaves are a problem. It would be nice to see her outgrow them. Thanks for the belly rubs, Staci. 😁
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I had no idea about the leaf habit, LOL.
Sounds like the new fence was a smart move.
Hope the girls get to enjoy a leisurely Memorial Day Weekend. Have a good one, John!
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I’m sure they will totally relax Thank you, Mae. 😊
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Uh-oh…looks like your Dad went industrial on the fencing, Tempeste. Sorry for you; just know a protective ‘pawrent’ sometimes has to go full Monty when keeping their fur baby safe. P.S. to your Dad, great looking fence. And it keeps the baby safe. Win-win. 🐶
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At least we can see through it and view the flowers behind it. Thanks, Monika. 😀
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You work pretty hard keeping her from those leaves. The girl is nothing but persistent.
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She is. The last rainstorm blew in some greenies. Had to beat her out there to gather them up.
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Oh Tempeste, those leaves might taste delicious, but keep eating and the fence will stay. Sorry!
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And there is a whole big yard out beyond that fence.
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Sigh!
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Yeah, I know
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Tempeste has such a vivid imagination. I’m beginning to think there’s something to her leaves habit. I might have to munch on some to get my creative juices flowing.
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Her leaf habit drives us nuts, so I hope there is something in it for her. 😀
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I bet it does. My old boxer used to love potpourri. Thankfully we only used the natural stuff so when she was able to mosey it into her mouth, no harm. But still.
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That’s a funny thing to love.
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Right? She was a funny girl.
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Tempeste -LEAF the leaves alone! They are not doggy salad.
Nice fence Twiggy. It seems you have the right answer and attitude about the whole leaf/fence thing.
Still, do you think Tempeste will ever rake in her taste for leaves?
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It seems like a permanent indulgence. 😀X
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Hmm, perhaps I should have a taste?
What trees are they from? OX
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Various. Live oak, Cross vine, Bradford pear, and crape myrtle. 🌳X
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Yummmm…. maybe … 🌳X
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I don’t know about that. 😝
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Okay, I’ll stick with the various lettuces. OX
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Good choice. 😀X
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Leaves for some and cleaner smell for others. Each to his/ her own, I suppose.
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So wise you are, Ankur. (Yoda said that)
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Thank you _/\_ To Yoda!
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Lol, it always comes back to the leaves. 🤣
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Yes, the leaves. Thanks, Debby.
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My congratulaions with the new fence, dear John. It looks like the Resort bark inspection has passed well.🍤🍤🍤🍻🌞
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Yes we are prepared for anything. Thanks, Maria.
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