I agree. I haven't worked Mon-Fri in 16 years, so I get it. Also, Christmas falls on a weekend this year for the first time in years, as was pointed out. We'd hate to have a big event running and no cows around to fix problems. And the cows deserve to spend the holiday with their family. It makes sense to run the event the way they have it planned, even if not the most convenient for all players.
I have to agree. And it seems no matter when any event is scheduled there are players with conflicting R/L issues. I think it is great that HCS tries to make these events available to all. Good job Cows! Keep it up.