Folks- Thanks for the replies and encouragement.
Through this forum I was able to find a wonderful breeder relatively close to my home.
Unfortunately, my wife got cold feet at the last minute. We have 2 other dogs, and while I don't think there would be any conflict w/ the other dogs, my wife isn't sure she is ready for 3. When she told me to start looking, I don't think she expected such quick results.
The search will continue, just at a later date.
Again, many thanks. When the time is right I will be sure to come back here.
Brian