Our thoughts go to Hop and Diane Hall on the death of Bud, their 16 year old Pitbull Mix.  Adopted at the age of 4, the Halls were having a family reunion and he jumped out of Hop's aunt and uncle's car and greeted their female Pitbull mix, Nikki.  They were great playmates and so it seemed right that Bud would come and live with them.  He was not a snuggler but he liked his dose of attention and moved on.  He was quiet until Nikki would bark and then he joined in, not really knowing what he was barking at.  He loved the snow but did not like the rain.  He loved car rides and campfires but was scared of the family cat.  He loved food and if it fell on the ground, then it was his.  He had a sweet tooth, so he really enjoyed his "gummies" which were orange gummy slices and the occasional Nerds, if Hop would share.  He loved his time in the garage when the cars were getting fixed and he loved to find the spot of sun that cast in on the floor.  He was laid back and relaxed and took each day as it came.  He will never be forgotten.