Lincoln may be a revered icon, but he's also an historical figure about whom passions often run high. Certainly, we would like to make a vigorous and healthy debate about Lincoln and his legacy an important part of our bicentennial activities.

One of my great passions is the collection of historical trivia.

The Lincoln Lawyer

You rely on volunteers hugely. Certainly I can't run the Oyster Festival all by myself. … The same was true of Godwit Days. … But every time I put a call to the board for their participation … it was difficult to get them enlisted. … It may be my own management style. … When you're at the helm of running something … you still have to ultimately be responsible for the success of the event.

That's what makes this conference like it is - they're icons. And coach Vaught was certainly a great icon of SEC sports.

He watched the young actress playing the central part of a wife who mistakenly believes her husband has wronged her. She was overly trained in the teapot school of acting, striking expressive poses and attitudes as the mood of the story demanded.