Uncle Willy’s rescued Heeler pup grew into an sneaky biter. Nine leg bites in two years.

After bite ten, Willy retaliated with a toothy gnash to the dog’s foreleg. A respectful friendship ensued, perhaps the first for each.

Limping along our grim barrio streets, they plant a seed of hope.

Lou is new to the 50-word story world. He now knows what a trout feels like when the hook is set. He takes writing classes at the University of New Mexico.