How long of a drive was it?
7 hours to Des Moines and 3 hours to Louisville.

Favorite thing about the trip?
My favorite part of the trip was shaking the judges hand after being selected as the reserve grand crossbred gilt.

Do you have superstitions?
No our family doesn’t have any superstitions!

Favorite show shirt?
My favorite show shirt is a Navajo print with turquoise and red on it.  At Louisville I chose to wear a red shirt because of the July 4th holiday.

Favorite product used on your animal?
My favorite product to use on our showpigs is Jimmy Juice.  

Favorite celebration restaurant?
My favorite place to celebrate is always a Mexican restaurant.

Who did you enjoy seeing the most at the show?
It’s always nice to see our showpig friends from across the country. 

Favorite gas station food on a road trip:
My favorite gas station food is Beef Jerky.

Tell us a little bit about your champion:
Big Blue didn't make it out many times but when it was time for the big ring she was ready. She had one of those personalities that made me smile every time I went in the barn.  
Phoebe, the Heimer gilt, has a bit more of a rags to riches story. She came into the barn in her work clothes and took a little more time to be pageant ready. It's been fun to watch her change over the last couple of months. 

This or That
Tanning Light or Sun Tan
Tanning Light

Shavings or Pellets
Shavings

Gilts or Barrows
Gilts

Purebred or Crossbred
Crossbred