Just before and after this photo was taken, the Grand Master,
in an aside to me, made it absolutely clear that no matter
what, the Order should again be in Malta at Fort Saint
Angelo. In reply I confirmed that I would do everything
possible to continue the effort. He smiled, lifted both of
his hands, took my right hand in his and held it resolutely
for several moments, looked directly with benevolent, clear,
focused eyes into my eyes and said, ���Thank you,��� raising his
arm to rest momentarily on my shoulder. I assured him that I
would persevere. This interaction encapsulated a signal of his
approval, good wishes, hope and benediction. I felt ennobled
by the encounter.
HYLAND
