So there is a little tension here this afternoon, Joyce Johnson is right now on her way to the Southern Arkansas Veterinary Clinic to find out if Bud has tested negative for microfiliara, the heartworm gene.

If he has, he can go on the truck tomorrow that is heading for Brattleboro, Vt. where we will meet him around noon and bring him home.

If he tests positive, then he must by law remain in Arkansas for at least a few more months while he gets his heartworm shots all over again. Heartworm dogs can no longer be transported North to most Northeastern states.

I believe Bud will be coming home Saturday, but I can’t say I’m not a bit anxious. We have been waiting for him for a long time. If necessary, I’ll wait longer. He’s our dog.

I hope he gets on that truck. But has been through a lot – although Carol Johnson is working hard to spoil him rotten – he’s ready to come home. We are ready for him to come home.