Steve Capus seems like a genuine sort of nice guy -- maybe, on consideration that could be 2 good moments {]; D . . . don't forget to pause, take a deep breath of fresh air and keep your vital capacity up!!! The holidays are right around the corner. Hope they are good ones for the entire NBC family.

Needless to say, the story with the dogs helping those with learning disabilities was just the cutest, sweetest story of the day !

Brian it's been some day on the Hill and in the Media. Voters got what they wanted or at lease what they thought they wanted. We see new role models and we continue to go down as the conflicts are who caused it. The price of goods and services are reaching sky high prices as we see more of the haves and have nots. I'll set back and watch the show for two years and it looks alot like the Movies Wall Street 1 and Wall Street 2. Glad to see GM doing well but I'm sure Republicans will take credit for the success. Sad to hear Woman's equal pay was turned down after all Obama did. But Woman voted the candidates in that would deny them equal rights to pay so they got what they wanted as did the unemployed. The hearing on the Hill for Banks is just to funny as we watch open lies and the Committee smiles. The scam played on homeowners and investers is out but it seems Banks have Law Makers on their side to protect them. Many homeowners don't know that the Banks no longer have their Deeds and really don't know who has them or even if they exist anymore, as Banks continue to collect mortages payments.

Brian on a lighter side when you sit and look out the window for a few minutes break look at the top of the Tree and when you see the Star shining remember it's your blogger friends saying Merry Christmas. smile

As for the NBC Staff you are all the trimmings and lights that make up the large Tree and your wished a very happy Holiday too.

see you same time same place

Good Evening Mr.Williams, A fine broadcast this evening as always. I am very happy you saw the star being hoisted atop the Rockefeller Christmas Tree today! That must have been so beautiful to see! I agree one should stop and enjoy life when one can. And you and Steve Capus being able to see the star was one of those times both of you were able to do just that in life.

Now on to the broadcast. First of all the report by Mr.Lebeau about GM returning to the stock market was encouraging news. Hearing the company could be on the path of repaying back the money on the bailout at least shows the company is making progress on doing better.

The report by Stephanie Gosk from Munich,Germany about a possible terror attack in the city is disturbing and frightening. Hearing about the suspicous package that was bound for Munich does raise concern for any threat. Hopefully, things will remain okay.

The piece by Anne Thompson from Pennsylvania concerning the drilling for natural gas showed how this type of drilling could be extremely risky to the water supply. Hearing the risks of health problems caused by the water and explosions happening with pipes underground in people's front yards is scary. It seems this energy source is drawing more complaints than support from people. One wonders if they will continue with the drilling.

The "Making A Difference" segment by Mr.Mott about the dogs being trained to be service dogs to people with disabilities was so moving. The puppies were SO CUTE! This program of matching dogs to people with disabilities is wonderful and the dogs give unconditional love to their owners. Seeing the new owners greeting their dogs was so nice and how much of a help to the owner the dog will be. Truly a great program with Man's Best Friend"!

Thank You for the broadcast Mr.Williams. Peace to You and to All!

Lots of Love to Laurel,Jackie,Stephanie,Claudia,Celine,Anna,Lori,Cary and Matt!

Be Well Always!

Stay Extra,Extra Safe and Well Richard!

Take Extra Good Care Richard and Crew!

XOXO

Lisa

Dear Brian, this is my first time ever to write you, but every night when I watch Nightly News, I remember how much dismay I felt when you were named to replace Tom Brokaw. I told myself I could never like you nor would you ever take Tom's place. How wrong I was and how happy that has made me. I must say that you have done an amazing job and I would never consider watching anyone else but you. I love your impish sense of humor and appreciated it so much when you talked with such pride about being the father of a college graduate. Every night we hear so much negative news, and it is so refreshing to have your newscast ending with "Making a Difference". I love this section and hope that NBC does not drop this section from our broadcast. Thank you for it.

How great that you saw the star being lifted to the top of the Christmas tree at 30 Rockefeller Center. I visited NYC for the first time in my 67 years last spring and 30 Rock was on of the places I had to see. Now I can imagine the beautiful tree there. Take a look at it for me (and for you too) and breathe in the beauty of it all for me!

Thank you for the wonderful job you do!

Sherry

Dear Mr Williams,

I found you particularly close to life this evening with your report on the disabled and pets. Have you seen the light? Your viewers must feel so good. I find the report joyful but hypocritical.

MLH

I know that moment, Brian. It's one that, at the time, seems to be made only for our eyes, and only one time. .... like the time I was fishing on Cedar Run at the Quantico Marine Corps Base in Virgina. It was early in the morning, the sun just risen. I left my tackle box on a sandbar as I waded the stream just steps away. After a time, something drew my attention to the bar and I looked over to see a fawn examining the contents of the tacklebox, while its mother watched me. I froze, hoping not to scare them away. But after just a few seconds, the mother exhaled audibly and stamped her front hoof. Then they moved unhurriedly up the bank and into the trees.

Good evening, Brian!

After reading your post today, I'm sorry to hear you've been so busy lately. Life is all about those small, special moments like looking out your window at the Rockefeller Christmas tree. It must be the election and the start of the holidays that's making life a bit busy right now. I hope you enjoy many moments (longer than just 10 minutes) this weekend! It's the beginning of a very special time of year I cannot wait for this year! I can't wait to gaze at that tree this year, the beautiful Norway Spruce! The lighting of that tree is THE marking point of the beginning of Christmas for me.

Regarding the unsettling news about how the concept of marriage has evolved over the years, I believe that there are those out there who decide to marry primarily based on the simple fact that they want a family. I don't think there are many who are truly thinking that it's not just about wanting a family, but it's all about who you want that with. People should be marrying because they love each other so much they can't imagine starting a family with anyone else but that person. Being the daughter of a mother who has divorced twice and dated on and off for years in between, I feel I've learned a lot growing up. I only want to marry once, and to someone I love so much I can't imagine living without them. There, touchy subject I guess!

Wonderful Making A Difference story tonight! I had my 7 year old lab right by me (staring at me actually) while watching. I love that little (crazy) guy.

Have a wonderful weekend, Brian and all!

-Cary

Thanks NBC for the awesome closeup of the Statue of Liberty, with whom I am in love. I wrote you once before asking you to show it more often at the end of the show.

Brian, life's a -----and then you die. I know you know to savor the moments. I can't imagine the pressure of your job, but I can tell you are a kind and sensitive man. It is reassuring to see your face every night.

I just got through watching the William Shatner show and he let his grown son and his wife move in

with him because he loved their dog. which I thought I would share because of the sweet

story on MAKING A DIFFERENCE. Phyllis

hola, brian, i trimmed the tall grass out of the rosemary bush today and cut back all of the invasive pink jasmine vine that was growing all over it. and when i did, there was the gray praying mantis. he climbed deeper into the rosemary bush. i have started taking something called 'rhodiola', a plant that is harvested in siberia, for my blues and lack of energy. it seems to be helping, you take it at breakfast and lunch so as not to mess with your sleep at night. it's supposed to help your neuro-transmitters and your focus. sloan-kettering has something on it when i googled and found out you could take it in capsule form. it is an ingredient in the 'youthtopia' origins face regimen gift box i ordered. not as strong as prescription anti-depressants, i'm sure, but without their side-effects, too. so, i had a bit of energy to get out and do some yardwork with the last veggie garden watering of the season. nice to have a star moment:-) best, anna martina

Thanks to Anne Thompson for doing a report on "fracking". I hoped NBC would take up that increasingly controversial topic this week -- and of course -- Anne did and did it well. People in fracking areas being able to light their tap water on fire seems to be a more and more common complaint. Frightening!

Take care all and good weekend. You too Brian!

Celine

Brian, A belated thank you for the recognition of our newest Medal of Honor winner and the fine piece you did on our friend Col Jacobs. This nation certainly breeds exceptional men,and these two are fine examples as are the rest of their exclusive club. They all share the honor with their brothers in arms and display such humility when the rest of us know they are truly the exceptional ones. Thanks again for your support of this incredible group of men

Capt Al

Brian: First, snow on a concrete island in the middle of a busy street in New Yotk, and now a large metallic star rising outside of a office window. Well, this time it was the star that sits atop that big Christmas tree in Rockerfeller Plaza. At least it wasn't part of another movie set. Had that metal star been something else, I would indeed have told you to take a break and enjoy life. I'll catch you on tonight's broadcast.