Henry: “Are you sure that we should be doing this right now? What about the other guests at the party?”
Barbara: “Don’t be such a fuss. Everyone is having cocktails on the lanai. They’ll be out there for hours, guzzling gin and trying to impress each other with things they haven’t actually done. They won’t even notice we’re gone.”
Henry: “Oh, I think your husband will notice.”
Barbara: “What makes you say that? He never pays any attention to me.”
Henry: “Because I think I’m sitting on him right now.”
Barbara, leaning over to peer between Henry’s legs. “Hector? What the hell are you doing down there?”
Hector, muffled: “Well, I lost a contact, and while I was looking under the coffee table, you lover apparently mistook me for a bench.”
Barbara: “How awkward for both of you.”
Henry: “Awkward doesn’t even begin to-”
Hector: “Hey, Babs! I just found Fluffy’s missing catnip puffball.”
Barbara: “That’s wonderful. I’ll ring for Hans to bring the pussy in here.”
Henry: “Am I the only one who finds this conversation to be-”
Hector: “Henry, old chap, would you mind squirming around just a bit? The pressure you’re putting on my spine is delicious but you haven’t quite hit that spot the chiropractor always finds. If you hear something pop, don’t be alarmed.”
Henry: “If you only knew how alarmed I already am.”
Hector: “Whoops. You’re squirming feels so good that I just dropped the puffball and it bounced under your crotch. I hate it when that happens.”
There is a meow at the door.
Barbara: “Fluffy! Daddy found your puff toy! Come and get your ball!”
Henry: “I don’t know if that’s such a good idea right at the moment.”
Barbara: “Don’t be silly. Just keep riding my husband and spread your legs a little wider so Fluffy can get in there and dig for treasure.”
Henry respectfully declined all future dinner invitations from Barbara.
Previously published. No changes made. Trivia enthusiasts, take note: I believe this is the first time that the photo I used on Crusty Pie is not the same one I’m using here on Bonnywood. I decided the original was just too tiny and fuzzy, and I couldn’t find a better-quality snap. This image is still the same scene and moment in the movie, just a different angle. All this babble is essentially meaningless, but I do strive to put a personal note in these footers, so, there you have it.
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Hahaha! This is too good, TOO good. Oh my god. 😂 This made my day. Thank you for the laugh.
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I’m glad you enjoyed it! I firmly believe that we need to laugh at least 27 times every day. Otherwise, what’s the point? 😉
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Fluffy balls and sofa surfing abound at Bonnywood… not at all surprising!
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After all, Bonnywood Manor is a full-service facility. You get what you play for…
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Personally, I appreciate the care and consideration you show in choosing your photographs. Oh, and the wordy stuff is nice too.😆
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It’s all about the photos. The wordy stuff is an afterthought… 😉
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I like your care and consideration as well. One requires such where balls, Fluffies and actresses named Barbara abound. 😉
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Thank you. I’m just here to make sure everyone gets out alive… 😉
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‘come and get your ball’ hahahaha
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No one has ever accused me of discretion…
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I’m hoping there’s not going to be a sequel. I really don’t need to know what treasure Fluffy found in Henry’s crotch.
No one does…..
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Now, now. There’s really no need to limit our life experiences, is there?
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Sometimes there is. Yes.
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essentially meaningless, perhaps but immensely entertaining.
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And you have just describe my life in a very astute manner… 😉
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Hey i just read your post it was awesome
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Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a comment!
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Henry, Barbara – and Fluffy, too. Marvelous combination. See Henry squirm. See Barbara stay. See happy pussy.
Loved it!!
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I’m always entertained by situations where no one is completely comfortable… 😉
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Brian, you have a way of putting a new and original spin on the idea of “awkward.” J.
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It’s one of my life goals… 😉
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Brilliant. I love this kind of writing.
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Thank you, sir!
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As I recall, Henry was more Fonda snakes than Barbara at first, and “Hector’ was a defector who went AWOL before the director started filming. But if Barbara can toy with Henry, why shouldn’t Brian toy with Preston if his urge is to play Sturges?
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Okay, you win Comment of the Day. (But let’s keep that to ourselves, shall we? This can be a tough crowd.)
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😉
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Wordplayed!
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What a romping good time they’re having and Fluffy, too! Just what is Henry’s problem?
By the by, I’ve never seen The Lady Eve. According to The Google, it’s a screwball comedy. Do you recommend it?
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Honestly, it’s been so long since I’ve seen this movie that I can’t really give you a worthiness rating. I remember enjoying it, that’s for certain. But recently, Partner and I have been reviewing a number of films that we relished in our salad days, and it’s been troubling to realize that many previously-beloved films are best remembered as previously-beloved and not tarnished with a fresh viewing. I’m sure you know the feeling.
Still and all, my gumption tells me you will enjoy the movie. It came out during the Golden Age of Snappy Dialogue…
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