Dear Monica we have chosen to honor you today for all your loving and caring at the Presidio Nursery the long hours of planning and toiling to better the Presidio of San Francisco the numerous volunteers, the Interns, Public Relations all have come away, with a sense of responsibility we have watched you from a distance know the sky would have been the limit if it was not for all the red tape, the housing and funding the bottom line is we are in good shape we honor you today, with a special wood carving from Shane treasure it with love, think of us, and come play with us when you have the time, the plants love you, mother earth embraces you, and all of us thank you dear Monica, as a trusting and loving companion go blossom and spread the seeds of love and compassion! Francisco Da Costa Fort Mason May 24, 2000