We started this journey many years ago, knowing that our daughter was waiting for us somewhere in China. That journey began in 2004, but after a setback healthwise, we had to pull out, thinking our hopes were dashed forever. Then in late 2005, with renewed purpose and strength we again began the process of our adoption. We were logged into China March 28th, 2006, and were matched with our Dear Daughter, October 13th, 2009. GOTCHA 12/14/09 Forever Ours 12/15/09

Ahhhhh, The Pro Shot Arrived :)

Don't he look perty !!!!! This is the shot that we've been waiting for. He was perfect in every way that day. Now, the next day, was another story........... in a few days, we will head to Kentucky and the Briard National Specialty....... crossing fingers, arms, legs, and toes that my Pirate Puppy Boy makes people smile, does nicely in the ring, and doesn't eat the sheep during his herding instinct test !!!!!

August 31, 2008 *** BEST OF BREED !!!!!!!!


This shot will soon be replaced by the pro shot. Camera trouble, darn...... BUT, my Pirate boy won Winner's Dog, then Best of Winners and then Best of Breed....... (WD, BW, BOB)........ this is his winners shot, Dave had equipment problems........ :( But.......... it was an unforgettable day. We, because of our win, got to go into the Herding Group, this was loads of fun, and great experience. Pirate turned 8 months old the day before........ quite the Birthday present.


Today,(9/1/08) Winners Dog went to Cumano, and BW, and BOB went to Brava, both from Briards of the Coastline, and Ellen Jo's Briards......... Congrats Ellen :).


We are gearing up for the National Specialty at the end of the Month........ hundreds of Briards, and a week of fun and partying........ we'll go in style too, just bought a 2008 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD Mini Van.......... hopefully this baby......... OUR BABY...... :), will be here soon......... cuz we're gearin' up !!!!! WHOO HOO !!!!!