In a place that we visit occasionally for guidance and information,we should realize that Susan has always put OUR needs over hers, using her vast knowledge and experience to give us the best advice possible.
Her dream; to offer all she can to humanity, is still coming true and after being pulled from the jaws of dispair and depression in her younger years, she has overcome the impossible. Unknown to most of us here, her list of achievements are mind boggling as she is well known for her incredible humanitarian work. Now, with the tremendous effort in helping people disavantaged by Katrina, we need to acknowledge that she again is puting other's needs before hers, often when she is tired, drained of energy and not always well....she continues to do what she feels is right..pouring her heart out and extending a helping hand. Her quick response to Katrina was impressive.
Susan, ...you need to know how much we appreciate your efforts and contributions to humanity of the WORLD.. you have turned your life around and have given so much and are now an icon that supposedly great leaders could learn a lot from...let's all give Susan a resounding CONGRATUALATIONS for continuing to assist those less fortunate!
With Very Much Respect,
Gregorio
Note that I wrote this BEFORE reading your post about an award...but edited it after. That astounds me. With tears in my eyes, I'm happy for you. I congratulate you again! !

Thank you Gregorio,
Your words mean just as much to me as an award does.
Susan