Scott, between your response and another offlist response, I think I finally understand. I agree, there is nothing better than international goodwill. After all, these international competitors and their respective teams should have been welcomed and allowed to compete because they, like us, are part of the larger pattern community. There is no doubt in my mind that if this situation was reversed and we were the visitors, our team members would have been invited to compete. Nothing would make most of us out here happier than to see these misunderstandings and disagreements resolved and put behind us. I support Archie and his efforts to put on a successful 2012 Nats that we all can enjoy. Thanks again Archie and Scott___Everette