bringing something to look at to the games. Besides being awkward to ask him, he would probably say he's embarrassed to you but to his friends, he may be their hero. I'm sure your son, along with the rest of the team(s) notice the 'girls' hanging out. I just had time to read the first few responses so I apologize if I repeat what's already been said.
Good for you! Would we select something requiring professional grooming. I'm happy you've come so far with your pet. Meghan told me what she needed to be able to do to him in an exam. I now clip his nails, brush him, and am able to handle every part of his body with nary a flinch. Owner of large dog who 'wouldn't' let me do anything to him when he was adopted. or at the groomer are what define a good pet. She says the worst behaviour problems are nearly always the little dogs. If the dog is too obnoxious she simply refuses to work on them again. Whenever she has a 'new one' she puts it in the crate, speaks with the owners and waits until the owners leave and then she takes care of business. She maintains that any dog can be groomed the trouble is, more often than not, that they have never been trained in the basics of obedience work and THAT'S what creates the 'issue'. One of our very dear friends is a groomer. She began 'hanging out' with our dog and we took her in. Her daddy died of AIDS and no one else was remotely interested in her. No tags, obviously neglected, unspayed (puppy mill breeder?!). The Llasa was picked up by the side of the road where someone dumped her off. Hope you've had a good season and are gearing up for an even better 2006! PP I think you'd find this really helpful in your new business venture. Bring your walking shoes, a sturdy bag or briefcase to carry all your catalogs, and an open mind. These are not expensive shows to attend, if you like, there are optional seminars which are usually very well done and worth the time. There are many excellent growers in the heart of the country, as well as east and west coast growers. This might give you a better overall view of the industry, as well as a wider palette of vendors to choose from. Or, you could attend the CENTS show in Ohio - very big as well, and many nurseries and perennial growers represented there as well. It is a huge show, and you would find many vendors there, both in woody plants and perennials. The two largest, and nearest to you, would be the Mid-Am show, which is in Chicago, usually the third week of January. This winter, when you have a little time, perhaps you can attend at least one industry trade show.
Rue Anemone: I have a suggestion for you, since you are new to the retail business.