I look forward to and appreciate your Thankful Thursdays in the Opinion pages of late. One letter I have been watching for has, to me, been conspicuously absent. I have not seen any letters in appreciation to Mr. Lampson and those who made the remarkable 9/11 memorial possible for our community.

I have been to visit the memorial many times since it was placed. It seems no matter the day or hour, I see a steady stream of men, women, couples, families, old, young, and everything in between. I find the memorial literally terribly beautiful. I also find it sacred and somehow healing.

My friend shared with me that the memorial made her proud to be a citizen of the Tri-Cities. I share her pride -- and my thanks to Mr. Lampson and others who recognized this opportunity and worked to make it a reality for our community knows no bounds.

Sherel Webb, Pasco