Laura,

To you and your merry troop of Texas coordinators and National coordinators THANK YOU are inadequate words for what I experienced on 10/27/01. From carrying our colors with fellow Americans of all colors, then to allow me to honor Michael by carrying the flag into the AA arena, I can't put my feelings into words. As I was standing in the arena waving our flag I realized that I representing not only Michael but all the innocent victims, the other heroes and your fellow pilots and crew members. WHAT AN HONOR!!!!!!!!

From a day of horrendous loss to one of unbelievable emotion you guys should be very proud. The Flag Run has started to heal many wounds and the true feelings of the United States was and continues to be exhibited as you proceed to L.A. Rest assured the message will not end in L.A. it will remain in the hearts and souls of the thousands who touched, carried and saluted the flag as it went by and the millions who have seen on T.V.

The only regret I have is that my Stephanie and Michael's dad (Jack) and mom (Kathleen) could not experience the outpouring of gratitude and love from their fellow Americans. God Bless you guys I LOVE YOU from the bottom of my heart.

If there is anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to call. Please stay in touch.

Joe/Evelyn Luccioni