This year Bark in the Park was more akin to Bark in Noah's Ark -- without a doubt the theme for the day was "wetness." The sky opened and the rains fell, not always straight down. Sometimes their direction was decidely sideways.
"Set up" for the Clydesdale photo ops took more time than last year. Multiple adjustments and readjustments were required to accommodate mud puddles, electrical lines, and a very tall horse that needed to be under a tent. The Nichols Team certainly got a chance to show off their ability to be adaptable. Alas, we have no images of the staff at work. Their mud-soaked pants and shoes weren't very picturesque anyway. Mike, Lindsey, Lori, and Sean remained focused on providing fair-goers with the best in photography under extraordinary circumstances.
The individuals who came out and braved the elements were truly dedicated to supporting the Humane Society of Missouri and all of their rescue efforts on behalf of our furry friends. It was Margaret Mead who said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." That's the kind of people who showed up, faced adversity, and made Bark in the Park 2010 a success after all.
