Florida shows (1)

It's a Cruel Business

Has anyone else ever been faced with the following situation?  For me, 2012 was not a good year.  I didn't get into several shows I applied to, I selected a couple of real dogs and, I had a couple of rather nice surprises.  However, I'm not going into 2013 with a nest-egg that would support General Motors!  And, now, with no impressive amount of money, it seems I'm being invited to every show to which I apply.  Wouldn't yo know!  I had hoped for a trip through Florida in the Spring and have been accepted into

Winter Park, Naples National, Gasprilla, Under the Oaks and Arti Gras but it would cost me $5000 to make a trip.  I realize I might triple my investment but, unfortunately, if you want to dance, you have to pay the band --- up-front.

Think I'll just stay home and start doing flea-markets!

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