The competition was so fierce and the 31 entries so varied, I decided to divide them into two age groups: 8 and under, and 9 12.

Our youngest entrant was two year old Connor Schutza whose purple crayon medium wowed the office. In fact, each day Desert Advocate employees looked forward to the mail delivery to see what new colorful cowpokes came in. Since we were so impressed by the efforts of our local kids, we've decided to hold a pizza party for all of the entrants.

And, as stated, the two numero uno winners will ride on The Desert Advocate Fiesta Days float.

The two winners were chosen for their use of color and depiction of the desert in spring -and, of course, for appealing to the whim and fancy of the managing editor. Thanks to all of you for brightening our office for the past two weeks.

Kristian Seemeyer
Managing Editor