 Teresa and I would like to say congratulations on your selection of Chief Petty Officer. The excitement that you are feeling is like a shot of adrenaline and it will propel you with a new sense of purpose and energy for months to come. Being a Chief Petty Officer is not an amateur sport. You must believe in yourself and serve as the professional you have been chosen to be. Remember to take a moment and celebrate this milestone with your loved ones. Your household may be experiencing a little chaos right now. If you have questions about the next few weeks, find a CPO spouse who has been through this process and ask for advice. The book guidelines for CPO spouses is also a great tool to help family members understand their new chief's responsibilities. If you don't have a copy, please ask the CMC for one. Arming our families with schedules and giving them opportunities to participate in events helps them remain a vital part of the command team. Family readiness has a direct impact on sailor readiness. And we know having our spouse away from our home is challenging. So stay engaged and communicate with one another. September 13th will be one of the proudest and most memorable days in your career. So take a moment to press pause, smile at each other, and know that we believe you have all it takes to carry out your new duties. God bless, shipmates, and I'll see you in the fleet.