Gov. Rell feels Len Boyle is doing a superb job as commissioner. The governor understands and shares many of the budget frustrations - but at her initiative, the state police will finally have a full complement of 1,248 troopers in 2006.

We need a governor who will function and treat his position as a job. It's not the position you take on issues, it's about being able to get things done.

The governor has directed Commissioner Boyle to tighten the communications plan among state agencies so there is better and faster communication in an emergency.

It was an outstanding show. She's a great show person, and she did a superb job. There was really something for everybody. I looked around and could just see smiles on everyone's faces. It was a fantastic show and everyone had a really great evening.

Ashley is doing a superb job. We do have to be careful with her ankles. They are fragile. And Lauren is going to be a great asset for us in three events.

I told myself before the game, Patrick Roy always came back superb after a shaky game. It always feels great when you can respond like that.