it was the endorsement of Joe Pavlik that made the difference. I mean, what else could it be?? Oh sure, some may point to the numerous articles written by you on chip collecting; your knowledge of current, obsolete and illegal chips and your willingness to share this information with the members; your impact on chipping at the Four Queens, Fiesta & the Palms; your fight against slabbing at the Convention; your dedication & support of the Building Fund; the many, many contributions to the from you personally but also enhancing the entire convention experience through the involvement, support and contribution of your employer(s)...

Nah...it was Joe...

Thanks for everything, Gene. Bedo