I will let a few pictures illustrate that for which I am thankful today — or should I say, that for whom I am thankful. For today, I am especially grateful for Dennis Lisenby, who designed and financed my beautiful porch; Chester White, who magnificently crafted it; Jim MacLaughlin, who conceived of and financed the adjacent deck and furnished it; and Ivan Komoroski, who built the deck with such care and skill. These men, over a period of 10 years, combined to create a sanctuary for everyone who occupies or visits the Holmes House, especially me. I thank them.