It's obviously a reflection of the programs we have in place and the improvement in our in-store execution -- but don't underestimate the impact of the unseasonably mild weather we had in the fourth quarter.

We'll just keep working on the execution. Our next step of improvement is to be close to perfect on execution of your systems.

As we continue to monitor the changing economic environment, including housing-related metrics, employment, real wage growth and demographic trends, we have confidence in our future performance as the outlook for home-improvement spending remains strong.

As one who believes in the death penalty, as one who has seen a public execution ... I certainly do not take a back seat to anyone when it comes to supporting legitimate victims' rights. But I am not for this amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

I am a reflection of what I sing. Sometimes I have to get serious because the things I've been through are serious.

A great place to begin the process of improvement is to reflect and be grateful for the things you already have.