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2003 Annual Report • Notice of Annual Meeting • Proxy Statement
gratitude \ n: the state of being grateful: THANKFULNESS...
To Our Fellow Shareholders:
Most years, we conclude our annual letter with a brief statement of appreciation for those whose efforts and support
have led to the results we have been so honored to present. While it has never been an afterthought, as we write
our letter this year, gratitude is firmly on the front of our minds. And so we place it firmly in front of you.
1. We thank our associates for their constant efforts to improve the experience of our customers and improve
our Company.
2. We thank our customers, not only for responding favorably to our offerings, but also for speaking up when
we need to improve.
3. We thank our business partners, whose vision and support continue to be fundamental to our success.
4. We thank our shareholders for their continued confidence in our Company.
One more all important word about gratitude. As we mentioned last year, many of us at Bed Bath & Beyond have
friends, colleagues or family members in active military service. While we work on improving our Company, there
is much more important work being done by them and others to keep us safe and maintain our way of life.
We are humbled by their sacrifices, eternally grateful for their superior efforts, and proud to be called their brethren.
To them, and those who came before them who protected freedom, we are forever thankful. They are in our thoughts
and prayers.
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