“I wanted to once again express my appreciation for your generosity to speak at the New Orleans Dental Conference. I regret that I was not able to visit with you longer, but hope that your time here was pleasurable and meaningful. We have endured some difficult times, but the support and friendship of our colleagues in dentistry has lifted our spirits and strengthened our resolve. May god bless you and keep you safe as you travel the country. I hope we get to see you again in New Orleans in the not too distant future.”