Red is due to arrive in Bedlam Sunday evening. I’m thinking of Karen Thompson and of Red’s many admirers in Virginia who are sad to see him go and eager to see him settled. Fortunately, my life with dogs here is quite transparent and Red is already well on his way to being a star. His progress will be lovingly tracked. I’ve had e-mails about him from England, Canada, Finland, France,  South Africa and Hawaii.

I went out to see the sheep with Maria this morning, and I thought, hey guys, your life is about to change. Red will keep you in shape. He’s traveling up in his own crate and will get to sleep in it here for awhile,maybe for good. A new dog is exciting her, a milestone, a passage. I’m ready . Bring it on, Red.