[Mark Schmidt]

Joe,

I'm relieved to hear that Mary Ann is doing well and recovering from surgery. After spending the Summer raising money for the American Cancer Society I've learned a lot about cancer and how many people it affects. Keep us posted on your mom's progress and let her know that your family is in our daily prayers. I have a great pic of your mom and dad in the staging lanes in Joliet, I'll e-mail it to you.