All good things come to an end
The ragtag bunch of press hacks and social media types that could be bothered to attend the ”Evening Soiree at the Aviators Owners Suite” were rather surprised to find it hosted by a relatively young couple, gliding around supplying the drinks and finger food. Surprised, but not really bothered, as after all, free food and drink is nice whoever is running the show. After a while though the man called the room to order and began to speak. He said he had a video for us to watch that might explain a few things for them and directed their attention to the giant screen at the bar end of the suite. It started and the familiar face of Owner Thomas Magnum appeared to fill the screen.
I’m sure a lot of you are wondering why I’m not there in person with you today, well the answer is that I’ve finally had enough of it all. The Aviators have been the worst purchase I’ve ever made, they’ve lost money hand over fist for me and who can say it’s a joy watching 100 losses every year. So, I’ve gone and done something about it finally. These lovely young people hosting tonight’s get together are Dallan & Deirdre Allred who have agreed to take the whole bloody shit-show off my hands. So, thanks for everything and I’m off back to my sun lounger by the pool
As the video ended all the attention in the room switched back to the far end where the two youngsters were lounging on chairs on the stage area. The man spoke first “My name is Dallan Allred and this is my wife, Deirdre. My parents are from Utah and my father was a bishop in the Church of the Latter-Day Saints, my mother wanted to be a bishop, but our religion doesn’t allow women to be ordained. The continuing dispute with our church elders over this made me very happy at 18 to set out on my mission, which turned out to be to establish a branch of the Church of the Latter-Day Saints in Kansas. There I met my lovely wife, Deirdre, and she was pleased to join me on my mission. We are not so much CLDS so much these days but more Liberal Mormons, we differ from some of the teachings of the LDS. “
Deirdre nodded demurely and started to move among the guests with the drinks again. Dallan continued “Deirdre was the baseball fan, not me, I didn’t, and to some extent still don’t, know a lot about it. She badgered me to get involved with the new Wichita team, but I wasn’t that keen. Deirdre became a firm fan of the team and was often a guest of Mr Magnum’s. Finally, this season, with the introduction of GM Laverick, I believed the team to be improving, most importantly, in the financial aspects. Seeing Mr Laverick’s effect on turning a nearly $20 million loss into a $2-3 million profit convinced me that with some more charitable help the Aviators have a more successful future. We will have more details later how we will go forward, Deirdre & Myself are joint owners going forth and we would prefer it if, in the way of our church, you could refer to us in your address and reports as Brother Allred and Sister Allred. Thank you for your time today and I hope to see you all again soon”
