"Can your musicians provide entertainment for a birthday party coming up?" As a new small business, it is tempting to say 'yes' to these offers, and I admit, we have, from time to time. These requests often come from well-intentioned assisted living or long-term care facilities hoping to schedule meaningful activities for their residents. By saying yes, we have held the hope that our birthday party entertainment will help us "get our foot in the door" or provide the chance to