I do understand the thought, but do not want to lose the need to have the national be accessible to all members, at some time. When we do move the national, it allows those in other areas to attend. This seems to be a balance, between what is popular, and what is necessary. It is an opinion that can't be ignored. My opinion, and it is no surprise that I have one, is that doing what is best for everyone so long as the club isn't losing money is a good idea. Evan Asgard German Shepherds http://www.asgardgsd.com/ Where Type Movement and Temperament come together In a message dated 10/1/2008 9:02:58 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, carolynmckenna@xxxxxxxxx writes: I agree wholeheartedly with both Julie and Carolyn that our national should be in more central locations. **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001) ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2007. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.showgsd.org ============================================================================