RODEO FRUSTRATION

At the close of business yesterday, we reached the half way point, in our 10 days of working one of the National Finals Rodeo Merchandise Booths, inside the Las Vegas Convention Center. Up to this point, sales are up approximately 15%, and in spite of this positive, Patty and I are both frustrated at the overall operation of this new company we are contracting with.

Without going into detail, and understanding that this is their first year at the N.F.R., we will both be glad when this event is in the books, and we can point the motor home back to Lake Havasu. In the previous 8 years of working this event, there has always been a certain amount of fun and excitement, which kept us coming back year after year. This year, it's been a lot more work, which we're not afraid of however, combined with the lack of support, and an archaic method of restocking our inventory, the fun has almost disappeared. Based on my vocal criticism of the many flaws in the system, we may not be invited back next year, and if that's the case, it may be a blessing. At the close of business this Saturday, we will most likely be ending our 9 year run with the National Finals Rodeo here in Las Vegas.