◆ xvI am so excited and honored to be writing another book. I could have not
done this book without the help of others. So many people have helped
me to write this book. My family is always there, encouraging me along
the way—Marvin, Sharon, Tia, Uncle Bill, Clinese, George and all of my
nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews and cousins. My
friends always support my efforts (Kimberly, Tracie, Tammy, Demorris,
Terri, Scott and Alison). My best assistant ever—Brittany! We have several
people who help us as well, including Anna, Nancy, Gabby and Debbie.
I am very grateful to Rhonda Wade who wrote the foreword for the book.
My editor Lauren was a tremendous guide along the way. She is attentive,
smart and has the patience of an angel. I am forever thankful and grateful
to all the teachers and students that I worked with throughout the journey.
You all make it possible. I sincerely thank everyone named and unnamed
who has helped in the process.