I second John's remarks: Thanks to all the people at Elmira: the President Tom on down to Barbara and her staff, the folks in the cafeteria and dorms, everyone. A few other notable highlights: --Russell Bank's paper, meeting him and talking about his books, and also meeting his wife, the poet Chase Twichell -- great-granddaughter of Joe Twichell, wonderful raconteur by her own rights (and also Jamie-Leigh Curtis look-alike). --So many fine, eager graduate students --keep 'em coming, along with all the international scholars. First prize goes to those intrepid Japanese -- there must have been 8 or 9 from Japan alone; and several Germans--I wish I had time to talk to all of 'em. First prize for length of journey goes to the lone Australian. --Tim's wonderful work up at Quarry Farm, with all the new landscaping and especially perennial flowers, many in bloom and very fragrant. That has really impressed me, I hope everyone noticed that. What a jewel this place is! (ps -- I write this from the study up here-- eat your hearts out. This morning it's sunny and about 68 degrees, with a breeze -- I had coffee out on the porch!!) --Hal Holbrook's heartbreaking comments about meeting Nina, given at the top of the hill after dark; also his poignant thanks delivered to us in the final panel, in which Mark D. gave a bang-up presentation about Holbrook's performances and their impact over -- yes, 60 years!! I would estimate that at least 30 or maybe 40 went up the hill this time for whatever we want to call that ceremony-- the Tribute? The Moment of Silence? Though not so silent -- we sang a number of heart-felt songs, including "Swing Low Sweet Chariot" and "The Old Rugged Cross." ---Best thing of all-- seeing all the old friends again, hanging out, singing wistful covers of old Beatles, Dylan, or Cat Stevens' tunes (John refuses to do Rocky Top), and just remembering what a fine bunch of miscreants make up this unique scholarly society, of which I'm glad to be a part. -hb Harold K. Bush, Ph.D Saint Louis University