Ellsworth learns not to mess with an older woman

Every once in awhile during their visit on Sunday, Bernard and Ellsworth would walk off into the trees to have a private conversation. Lucy started to feel a little left out. A girl hates it when she thinks the boys are talking behind her back.

So she let Ellsworth know in no uncertain terms that he was being rude.

Ellsworth got the message. He moved out of Lucy's way so fast that 

he almost forgot to take his front feet with him.

Bernard is a little too young to understand the complexities of male/female relationships 

but wise enough to know he shouldn't get in the middle of a squabble.

I've warned Lucy time and time again that girls aren't supposed to chase boys. People might start to talk.

But in this case, it made for some great action shots and I couldn't find fault.

The chase continued through the trees for a few laps, and when the herd emerged, 

Bernard was still in the lead with Ellsworth close on his heels. Clearly they were running from something.

But who knew it would be Hank, defending his sister's honor?

Lucy: Wait for me, Hank! I want to be there when you punch their lights out.

Which, of course, Hank did not do. He's a lover, not a fighter, as you will see tomorrow.