Dear Editor,

Thank you for publishing my comments on the recent dog hunting situation where many of our friends and neighbors were charged with various violations after a multi-year long undercover sting operation by N.C. game wardens. I was pleasantly surprised at the conversations that ensued.

His lungs fill with the cool sweet smell of the season. He has waited months for this day. His dog is at his feet, its stubby tail twitching with anticipation. Perched on his left arm is a hawk — she has been waiting too.