It shows you how strong they are in the market. It's definitely an advantage for me. Budweiser's Jade Gurss handles Earnhardt Jr.'s schedule, and they limit most of their appearances to sponsor-oriented events. He's very conscientious about doing the right thing, and at the same time remaining the individual he is. We try to do things where it is real for him.
Little E is ready for more.
I'd like to stick around. I think it could be pretty cool. But Earnhardt will eventually have to win races to stay in the business past the end of his contract with Budweiser, which runs through 2004. You need to keep your chin up and try to maintain a positive attitude, so everybody sees that. Don't put your head down.