my area is FLOODED with AHDC! Theres like 12 on the school daycare list alone and three more new ones opening up. Dont be too concerned. It really is timing. Are you near a school at all? If so most have a daycare list they supply the parents. Go in and see if you can get on it. Also, visit some play groups. The more people you now the more the word will get around.
GOOD LUCK!