Tag Archives: A little personal

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy, Tempeste and Bubbles

      “What is that thing, Twiggy?” “It is a human made little piece of heaven.” “I don’t get it. What do you mean, piece of heaven?” “These are bubbles. More fun than anything. You chase and pop them.” “One just landed and popped on its own.” ” You have to get them while […]

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

“Tempeste. What are you doing?” “Looking for crumbs.” “You have to believe there are none around here.” “So I’m finding out. I’ll keep looking, though.” “Suit yourself. Believe me, I’ve been over this place with a fine-toothed comb.” “Fine-toothed comb? What’s that supposed to mean?” “I’ve looked carefully, and there are no crumbs.” “Shoot. There […]

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

“Why did Mom let us out in the yard?” “So we can run and play together. Besides, she picked up all the leaves.” “What is that fencing doing there?” “That is to keep you from eating leaves on the other side.” “How about a race.” “Okay, I’ll race you to the other fence.” “Hey, no […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempest on Walk

“This is so exciting, Twiggy. A walk.” “Yes, I’m always happy to take a walk.” “Look at that grass over there.” “One rule of walking is not to go off by yourself.” “Thanks for the tip. What happens if we do wander?” “You could get the yank of your life.” “What is a yank?” “Um, […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Tempeste Gives a Demonstration

“Hey, Twiggy. I’ve been watching some WWF wrestling.” “Okay. It is always good to get some experience.” “Yeah, but I need to put what I’ve learned into practice.” “Don’t tell me you have found someone to practice with?” “Not really. I thought I would be able to practice with you.” “Yeah, I was being facetious. […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Tempeste – Getting to know You

“Another lesson I have to teach. Body language.” “What about it?” “Look at my ears. They are telling you I don’t want to be bothered.” “I’m not bothering you. We are just playing.” “Well, playing to you might be annoying to someone else.” “Are you annoyed? “Let’s just say I have had better days.” “Would […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy’s Wish.

Hey Twigs. What’s going on? “I was just thinking about Lucy and that photo you took of us running on the new Turf.” This one? Taken three years ago? “Yes. We were sure happy. I miss having Lucy with us.” “Mom and I miss her too. Of course, you have us.” “I know, Dad. I […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy’s Ball

“You in the mood to play ball?” “It’s way over there.” “That’s a whole three feet away.” “Really? I thought it was closer.” “For heaven’s sake, it is almost next to you.” “Well, it just seems like it is not friendly.” “What’s not friendly about it.” “Seems standoffish to me.” “It is a ball, not […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy Goes Hunting

“I’m ready for our walk, Dad.” “It is nice and cool, so we can take a long one.” “Yeah, I need to stretch my legs for sure.” “Okay, but remember, no barking at deer or cars.” “I know, I know. Let’s get going. I see movement.” “Right behind you.” “The cheetah spots what could be […]

Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy’s Birthday

“What is that on my bed?” “It is a new toy for your Birthday.” “This is very nice. Has a strawberry finish.” “You can taste strawberry?” “Yes, and vanilla cream cheese frosting with sprinkles.” “I’m amazed you can get all that out of a toy.” “You have to have an imagination, though.” “Ah. That is […]