Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste and a Rainy Day

“You going to play with that stupid marshmallow again?”

“Yes. What’s the problem?”

“This is looking like last week. You and that marshmallow and me doing nothing.”

“There are lots of toys over there. Go get one.”

“I don’t want to. I think we should play.”

“Well then, you’ll just have to wait.”

“Do you know how hard it is for me to do that?”

“I do, but it is something that is good for you.”

“You are right. I should be able to play by myself.”

“Hmm. This marshmallow has some funk connected with it.”

“Does that mean you are finished?”

“I think so. Funny thing about these toys. They turn on ya after a while.”

“So, we can play?”

“Sure. Just give me a moment to get that taste out of my mouth.”

“Where are you going?”

” To the mountain top where all puma’s go to protect themaelves.”

“You need help there, Grandma?”

“Very funny. No, I don’t need help.”

“Prepare yourself for the panther attack.”

“Prepare yourself for the puma revenge.”

 

102 comments

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

    I have the same problem with my husband as he dives into another highly technical article on the latest research to a whole raft of topics, whilst I would quite like to pop out for lunch perhaps lol. hugsx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. Tempeste feel your pain 😄

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  2. Jane Dalton's avatar

    ❤️ Love your girls. Much love to you, Mrs H, Twiggy and Tempeste, John. Xxxx ❤️

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Love back to you and Tim ❤️

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  3. equipsblog's avatar

    Loved the interaction between the girls. Gotta get the taste of funk out of the mouth. I wonder if it smells like wet dog…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Since it is played with hourly AI expect so. 😊 Thanks Pat.

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      1. equipsblog's avatar

        AI on the dogs, are you pulling my paw?

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          The A was a thick thumb.

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  4. JFRSr's avatar

    John, l can still remember you telling me …“those French gals are really funky” 🐳

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  5. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Sounds like a lazy summer. Nothing wrong with that.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Quite right. Thanks Charles.

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  6. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    truth be told, young ladies… you are both softies! #marshmallows xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We are Miss Annette. But we are French after all. 😊

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  7. tokragly's avatar
    tokragly · · Reply

    Ahhhh, nothing like the smell of good old dog saliva/toy saliva. Next to their water bowl, you should have a bowl of mouthwash.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Great idea. 😁

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  8. bruce@ssa's avatar

    Panther vs. Puma. Two powers enter the battlefield…and both come off the battlefield once the next meal has been prepared!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true Bruce. 😁

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  9. shoreacres's avatar

    I suppose it was the marshmallow toy that did it, but I suddenly thought: these dogs could be named chocolate and marshmallow. They’re always offering ‘some more’ entertainment!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Oh, that’s good, Linda. 😁

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  10. Teri Polen's avatar

    Nothing like spending a rainy day indoors and entertaining yourself.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Always a miracle. Thanks Teri. 😁

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  11. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    It’s nice to see the lovely girls dealing with being inside, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Tim. Sometimes better than others. 😁

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  12. joynealkidney's avatar

    Moist marshmallow. ugh

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  13. circadianreflections's avatar

    “Need any help Grandma?” LOL! The Panther just may get a surprise. I’m sure the Puma has a trick or two. It’s fun to see them playing and I love your dialogue between the two.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you , Deborah. Sometimes better than glad you enjoyed the post. 😄

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  14. lois's avatar

    “You need help there, Grandma?” haha! The Panther knows what buttons to push!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She does for sure. Thank you, Lois. 😁

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    2. John W. Howell's avatar

      She sure does. Thanks, Lois. 😁

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  15. noelleg44's avatar

    I suspect the puma didn’t take nicely to being called Grandma! The panther is taking her life in her hands. Love your girls, and look forward to seeing them every week.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Noelle. Twiggy let’s insults go. In the end, she is still alpha and knows it.

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      1. noelleg44's avatar

        Tempeste does tend to forget!

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes, she does.

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

    😂 “Funny thing about these toys. They turn on ya after awhile.” Very clever, John, and hilarious. Loved the exchange!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen. That was an allegorical nod to what happens with too many martinis. Thanks. I’m glad you enjoyed the post. 😊

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  17. coldhandboyack's avatar

    I need to make a toy run today. Frankie’s are developing that funk, too.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Good idea. Do you take Frankie with you to choose them?

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      1. coldhandboyack's avatar

        No. She hates the car.

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  18. Darlene's avatar

    Is that what happens to old doggie toys? They start to taste funny?? Have a great weekend everyone!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think that is what happens. It has to be something like that to explain why they give them up.

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  19. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    You made the prelude to the play as fun as the games, John. Hugs.

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    1. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

      PS: Kudos on the marvelous short story.

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      1. John W. Howell's avatar

        Thank you so much, Teagan. Both for the comment on the post and the story. 🤗

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  20. House of Heart's avatar

    So adorable! They have there own little world going on. 🤗

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do. They build it to suit their needs.

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      1. House of Heart's avatar

        They’re so smart!

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  21. Staci Troilo's avatar

    Dog toys do turn after a while. Glad the panther and puma had another activity to occupy their time. Thanks for the smiles, John. Sending the girls ear scratches.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Staci. They love those ear scratches.

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  22. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    Favorite line…“I think so. Funny thing about these toys. They turn on ya after a while.” Ain’t that the truth. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It’s like a lot of things. For instance, my best friend, tobacco, turned on me thirty-five years ago. We have not spoken since. 😊

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      1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

        Oh, that’s awful. Shame on Tobacco.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          I know, right? I miss those Nat Shermins

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  23. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    Ha ha that was funny. That marshmallow toy is in very high demand.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is part of a set where you have to get it out of a box. Twiggy and Tempeste have no trouble getting it out.

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      1. thomasstigwikman's avatar

        They are smart dogs

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  24. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    Rainy day activity! The marshmallow toy may have met its end. Lost its luster. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It does a rebirth the next day, though. It is a favorite.

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  25. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    I see that Tempeste has mastered the full-blown doggie sulk. I hope puma and panther had a good time with each other.

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  26. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    I’ll put my money on grandma puma.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. Good bet. Thanks, Robbie.

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  27. Mae Clair's avatar

    Panther and puma! They have so much fun together–even when it’s just a floofie mushroom and wait time for more in-depth play. Always a pleasure to visit with you and the girls, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So nice to have you visit, Mae. The girls are always glad to know you were here. 😊

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      1. Mae Clair's avatar

        Aww, thanks, John 🤗

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  28. petespringer's avatar

    I’ll have to call my dentist to see if she knows how to address marshmallow funk.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Might be a better call to Prt Smart for a new one. I suspect a hint there. Thanks, Pete 😊

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  29. Voice Of Rohingya | Anowar Sadak's avatar

    What a fun and adorable conversation! 😄 The playful banter between Grandma and the curious little companion made me smile. Thanks for sharing this sweet moment it perfectly captures the joy of imagination and play.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Anowar. So glad you like it. 😊

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      1. Voice Of Rohingya | Anowar Sadak's avatar

        You’re most welcome 🤗

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  30. Dan Antion's avatar

    We learned never to get too close when picking up the older toys.

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  31. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    You two are adorable, especially when it comes to puma and panther pillaging of each other. 😉

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Miss Monika. We love that game. 😊

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  32. Jennie's avatar

    I love this!

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  33. Marie A Bailey's avatar

    Sounds like they were getting cabin fever. At least they have their imaginations and bring out the puma and panther when all else fails 😸

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do have that for sure.

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  34. Resa's avatar

    Twiggy, it sounds like your marshmallow is maxxed out!

    Yes, puma time sounds fab. You might want to grab a nap on the mountain top.

    Tell dad our power went out yesterday for a couple of hours. No lights, tv, internet. OH, we had candles when it got dark.

    Anyway, I shut everything off to save power, just in case.

    Then later, it was so nice having all that quiet, that I didn’t turn things back on until morning. (except the lights)

    Have fun this week!

    💥𝖃 💥𝖃

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think stepping back from the grid once in a while is a good thing. Thanks, Miss Resa. 😊X 😊X

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  35. dgkaye's avatar

    Lol, those two may want to join a gym. 🤣

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      A great idea, Debby. I wonder who will have them. 😊

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      1. dgkaye's avatar

        Lololol 🤣

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    2. John W. Howell's avatar

      He was very upset that the other delegates found 86 points of correction. 😄

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Dawn. 😄

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  36. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    Rain-drenched pumas and panthers can be dangerous. John, be careful when you click them in action.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Wet cats are a force to deal with. Thanks for the warning, Ankur. 😊

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  37. kethuprofumo's avatar

    Two Resort Bull dogs in the rain. 😂😂😂🍻🍤🍤🍤

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That would be not such a good vision.

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