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Dissension in the Ranks

March 7, 2012 at 10:53 am by Claudia

I try to keep this quiet, but things are not always rosy with the Jumping Jacks.

At first glance, they appear innocent. Let’s look a little closer.
Apparently there has been yet another argument in a series of arguments with these two. You’ve only to look at the body language. The monkey is completely turned away from the soldier. If that doesn’t scream “I want nothing to do with you” I don’t know what does. And check out the expression on the soldier’s face. He’s not happy at all. I’d go so far as to say he’s pissed off.
Now they’re involving the guy on the right.
This kind of stuff spreads quickly.
Meanwhile, the baker is clearly trying to have some sort of dialogue with the King.
The King doesn’t look very receptive.
Looks like I’m going to have to call a meeting. Once again, I will have to explain that we are all in this together, that we are all one and that we must take responsibility for our actions.
And then I might have to knock some heads together.

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  1. AshTreeCottage says

    March 7, 2012 at 10:55 am

    Thanks for the giggle!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  2. Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog says

    March 7, 2012 at 11:11 am

    LOVED this post!!

    Barbara

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  3. Lucille says

    March 7, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    Cute story! It made me appreciate that bunch even more now that I have an insight into their thinking! Ha! Ha! Ha! It’s so creative the way these little guys are built! They’re very colourful. I’ve never seen any of these except on your blog! They must make for good conversation pieces when you have guests!

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  4. Carolyn says

    March 7, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    YOU ARE NOT RIGHT!!!!! Funny!

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  5. Muddy Boot Dreams says

    March 7, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    Little bit of snorting and giggling going on here…LOL.

    Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams

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  6. Connie says

    March 7, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    :-) It it takes knocking heads together than so be it, chick. It usually takes a woman to get men to see things straight!
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  7. It's All Connected says

    March 7, 2012 at 12:51 pm

    LMAO! ~ Maureen

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  8. delightfuleclecticabode.com says

    March 7, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Excellent interpretation! I definitely got a laugh out of this one!

    ~Sandy

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  9. Lemon Lane Cottage says

    March 7, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    Thanks Claudia. Just what I needed today! :) Patty

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  10. Joanne says

    March 7, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    LOL! I loved this! looks like you have your work cut out for you. I suggest a sit down with you acting as mediator…and if that doesn’t work…a session with Dr.Phil might be the ticket.
    have a great day Claudia!
    Blessings, Joanne

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  11. Mereknits says

    March 7, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    You crack me up as usual. I think some time out is in order and maybe a change in their placement.
    Love you,
    Mere

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  12. Haworth says

    March 7, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    The couple on the bottom seem to be having their own issues, too! But the little lady over on the right top looks idiotically happy… perhaps she could spread some sunshine!

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  13. Teresa says

    March 7, 2012 at 2:37 pm

    Made me laugh! Maybe some of them need to be seperated! “Hanging” out togeather for to long???

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  14. She'sSewPretty says

    March 7, 2012 at 2:54 pm

    smiling ear to ear….

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  15. Susy says

    March 7, 2012 at 2:57 pm

    You’re funny (: Meanwhile the little maiden with the bowling pin arms looks like she might be calling for help.

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  16. Cranberry Morning says

    March 7, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    I loved this! How fun! Thanks for the cute post. :-)

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  17. Annette says

    March 7, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    Thanks, Claudia. This was so much fun. I think the bird is waiting for the right time to fly the coup, Annette T

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  18. Rizzi says

    March 7, 2012 at 3:23 pm

    GREAT POST CLAUDIA…..YOU GAVE ME A GOOD LAUGH TODAY……TAKE THEM ALL DOWN AND PUT THEM UP AGAIN….MAYBE IT WILL BE FUNNIER….. :)
    RIZZI

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  19. ImSoVintage says

    March 7, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    Hilarious. I can always use a good giggle :)
    Laura

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  20. camp and cottage living says

    March 7, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    Cladia
    I see exactly what you mean. Some ‘cold shouldering’ going on there. And that King seems to think it’s beneath him to converse with his baker. For shame!
    Yep, knock a few heads together. And I bet you’re just the lady to do it!!

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  21. Karrieann says

    March 7, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    *Blasts out Laughing*

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  22. Olive Cooper says

    March 7, 2012 at 5:42 pm

    They probably jump the night away whilst you sleep and are grumpy during the day.

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  23. Maura @ Lilac Lane Cottage says

    March 7, 2012 at 7:08 pm

    Now that was cute Claudia. I love your collection…very different! :)

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  24. Nola says

    March 7, 2012 at 8:17 pm

    Excuse me for being so blunt, but I see the problems with the jumping jacks. They are obviously pissed off because there is a string where they should have a penis. What kind of a mood would you expect? Poor, disappointed jumping jacks…

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  25. NanaDiana says

    March 7, 2012 at 8:31 pm

    If you really want to discipline them I would suggest you turn all their faces to the wall till they settle down. They will then know that you mean business. xo Diana

    ps. works great with kids, too!

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  26. ~Lavender Dreamer~ says

    March 7, 2012 at 8:44 pm

    OH MY! They really do have a lot of personality….hope they don’t clash too often! You might have to move them around until you find out who gets along with who…or is it whom? heehee! ♥

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  27. Reena Walkling says

    March 7, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    Laughing over here! That was so cute!

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  28. debi huntsman says

    March 7, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    OMG Claudia, you are so funny! Thanks for the chuckle.

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  29. Linda says

    March 8, 2012 at 12:14 am

    always good to have a laugh.

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  30. Babajeza says

    March 8, 2012 at 1:05 am

    Your jumping jacks are adorable. Jumping Jack anyway. It’s Hampelmaa in Swiss German.

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