As I get set to take a much-needed vacation, I wanted to let you know about a couple of projects in the next couple of weeks that will require direct feedback from you.

We are in search of the ultimate Hudson Valley Yankees and Mets fan. We wants fans to submit their photos wearing their favorite team's (Yankees or Mets) attire. From there, we'll vote and do a story profiling these ultimate fans.

Also, with the World Cup upon us, we'll be doing a live web chat with New Paltz High School coach -- and former SUNY New Paltz men's soccer coach -- Stuart Robinson on June 24 about the state of soccer in the U.S. We want you to submit questions before the chat or you can speak on-line live with coach Robinson.

For more information about both projects, please visit http://facebook.com/Freeman

I look forward to hearing from all of you.