As many of you may know we met here. As we prepare to drive to Washington DC from the depths of the South (Columbus GA), for our wedding, next Saturday. I am moved to express my gratitude.

It is here that I met my best friend, My playmate, a music mate, my life partner my lover and (I never used to think I'd be able to say this) my soul mate.

To anyone who doesn't think think this is a community and a special place, I offer my experience and example. Thank you to you all and may you all be as blessed as me.