Hope had clutched on with the other puppy for his life and heard the dog's howl. Suddenly sun-shine and air fell upon them, and Hope's eyes opened. The wind rushed on his face, and he was placed on the ground. Grass! He felt it tickling his belly and paws, and he stood up. He rushed around, fast with his small paws. He turned and curled sharply, un-like most dogs could. He yipped in joy, as the sun blazed and the birds sang. Oh how wonderful!