As we sit here reading commentary and different viewpoints on the upcoming R3 release and finally seem to be breaking out of the Covid pandemic, I want to acknowledge the fact that many of my fellow Canon Rumor members and a few personal friends that use their camera gear professionally, have struggled to make a living over the last year. Weddings, commercial events, concerts, sports and other gigs have been difficult for them to come by and many were forced to find employment outside of their chosen photographic professions until and if things get back to normal for them. As a retired person that no longer needs to seek income using my camera gear, I take my hat off and salute all of you, as you struggled to maintain your chosen photographic livelihood, while you endeavored to maintain your enthusiasm for your chosen profession. This past Memorial Day weekend saw record numbers of people breaking out of the pandemic and traveling once again. New Covid infections are drastically down, according to news reports and many restaurants, theatres and other retail establishments that have been closed because of social distancing rules are reopening. I so hope this means that those of you needing events to photograph to renew your income are finding them, once again. Thank you to all of you for sharing your commentary, your challenges, your passion and your photos and videos on Canon Rumors, You Tube and other social media sites. I wish all of you the best of luck and so look forward to hearing about some of your break out stories and inspiring commentary, wherever you choose to share it.