Reading about a campaign tied to National Nurses Week, May 6-12, which some nurses say is a joke given the recognition often received -- such as pet rocks embossed with a “Nurses Rock” label. Reminded me of my association with the inventor of the “Pet Rock,” which was created by a California ad writer, Gary Dahl. The guy made $1 million.” As the fad fizzled, Dahl estimated that he had sold 1.5 million Pet Rocks for $3.95 each – not a bad haul for devising a ridiculous but pleasant pet. However, he did buy a bar, Carrie Nation’s, in Los Gatos where I lived. So obviously I was one of his main customers. Hey, you have to support local businesses. Right?
Gary. Now at the big bar in the sky!