Special thanks to a wonderful group of people for seeing me through one of the most difficult times of my life: Aninda, Bob, Dee, Dan, Dave, Kathleen, Lisa, and my sistas Tricia and Bess.

I want to take a moment to give thanks to all the great teachers in my life - Joe Vincenzo, Nenos Georgopoulos, Charles Burlingame, Jerry Emmons, Mr. Ulrich, Mr. Gullett, Ms. Magi… I am sure this list will grow as I rethink my path.

Very special thanks to the Buddha and Christ for their relentless pursuit of my heart and soul, and in turn for the role this plays in my desire to give back to the world that has nourished me far beyond my own comprehension.

I have great gratitude for my children. Each of them has come to this world with such great wisdom and energy. I feel honored to be their father.

And last but certainly not least, a very blessed thank you to my mother and father who taught me everything in the world about being a good and honest person at heart. Never have I met two people so kind in their spirits as my mother and father. God rest your souls. You both deserve all the peace and love that heaven can surround you with now.