“Well, hello there. I didn’t see you come in — but I did sniff the air and detected your scent. I shall remember that sweet and spicy aroma forever.

But I digress. I do have an important message prepared for you. I had anticipated we would begin our alliance after you read Heavy on My Mind. No matter. Plenty of time for reading later. At the moment, allow me to introduce myself to you.

I am Sir Woofington, Scribe of Canine Stories for dogs of all breeds, barks and lengths of tails. I am rumored to be a contender for the title of Canine Extraordinaire. However, despite the honor, I will neither confirm nor deny the rumors.

I invite all of my furry, four-pawed friends who are fully trained in the fine art of come, sit and stay to wag a tail with vim and vigor and read my Canine Stories. “Woof!”