Redwood trees are a powerful, emotional symbol of coastal California. We can't bring the redwoods back everywhere in this urban area, but we can transform this canyon.

I think we learned a lot since last year. We need to plant the seedlings where there is more shade and wind cover. We knew we would lose a lot from lack of water but the wind also killed many of them.

We need to use the cover that's already here to protect the seedlings. Eventually the ones that survive will grow tall and take over this area. But right now they need some help.

The American flag is an enduring symbol of liberty, democracy, and justice. It is fitting that the House act to protect it as we approach our nation's birthday, and as our men and women in uniform rally behind it in Iraq's battlefields.

I had now made about 45 pictures, but what had I become? I knew all too well: a phallic symbol. All over the world I was, as a name and personality, equated with sex.

It certainly is a status symbol and it's big for the winner.