To the editor:

I am a boatbuilder from Vinalhaven, and very recently had one of my knees replaced by Dr. Roger Wickenden at Pen Bay hospital. He was some smooth. Since then I have been in rehab at Windward Gardens in Camden. I am writing this as a way to thank the staff at Windward Gardens for the excellent care that they gave me. I believe that my new knee will last longer than I will.

Phil Dyer

Vinalhaven