April 30, 1977 was a date that I had very much been looking forward to in the months leading up to it.  You see, Vince McMahon, Sr. had informed me of his decision to make me the champ nearly a half a year before it actually took place.  That's the kind of promoter Vince was, a detail man, and someone who meticulously planned all of his angles and title changes months in advance.