[Ben Lauer]

Here is my Thanks rambling...

My team (1018) - I had a great time this year, and even though the ending was not quite what we had hoped, all of you have made an impact on me.

Chris Noble and Stuart Bloom - Thanks for writing me excellent recommendations. I enjoyed haging out with you guys, and thanks for dragging me along to nationals also.

Chris Fultz, Libbie Richie, Andy Baker and Scott Richie - Thank you for coordinating the best off season tournament even, I had such a great time I was asking on Saturday afternoon if it was still Thursday.

Talent Show Judges/Participants - I had a great time watching, laughing, and admiring our amazing acts.

Amanda, David, Big Mike, Brandon, Tom, Ricky (GMD, baby), Melissa, John, Jessica, Ken, Jeremy, Cory, all my new FIRST pal/idols - (i'll let you try and firgure out which one you are!!) I had the greatest time hanging out with you guys on Thursday/Friday/Saturday. I will try to volunteer as much as I can next year so that I can see all you wonderful people again.

Students - I love you guys/gals, Keep up the hard work, and make something great of yourself!