How to make a template of a layer in Adobe Illustrator?

Okay, I think I just answered my own question:

I want to the image I imported.

I double clicked on the image.  That puts me in the issolation mode of my image.  (Kind-of like being "frozen in time.")

Then I adjusted the Opacity slider to about 50%

Then I exited the mysterious issolation mode by clicking the left arrow on the issolation mode line.

Then I locked that layer.

Now, I go to layer 2 and start to use my stylus pen to draw on top of layer 1 (my templated layer).

Note: I've got to review how I disabled the touch screen on my laptop computer, so when my palm touches the screen while using my new stylus pen, it doesn't make additional marks on my screen.  I made a special note on controling my touch screen.  If I have time, more on this later.

Open Window > Layers

Double click the layer on which the image has been placed.

Check "Template"