They have had seven Bassets over the years including five rescues. There are currently two living with them now in addition to Penelope. It looks like a good match. They called me when they got home with her and said that she already learned how to work the doggie door. As always, Basset Hound Rescue of Southern California will take her back if her new family finds her incompatable.
Life is precious.
Don't take it for granted. You can learn far more about yourself from playing in a losing game than by winning. You are never too old to learn how to cry. It took me almost 54 years. Sadness is never fun but it can be good.