I hope voters will focus on the policy differences. That's the most important thing in the selection of one initiative over the other.

We hope that our extended hours will help working families manage their banking transactions.

Today, I will know the unadulterated joy of giving with no strings. I acknowledge that sometimes I hope for praise or reciprocation when I give ... and that that detracts from the joy of giving. Today, the giving will be my joy. I know that I will sow what I reap, but I will not sow for the purpose of reaping. I will sow for the joy of sowing.

Operation Helping Hands is helping hurricane victims take the first step toward returning to their homes. Our focus is on the seniors and the disabled, who without our help might not have the financial, physical, or emotional ability to take that step.

I really hope other grassroots groups will follow suit to begin similar Mother?s Day initiatives.

We played well in spurts. As a team, we really need to work on maintaining our focus and intensity.