This book and all the work behind it are dedicated to my mom. She always stood in my corner, rejoiced with me, and responded with a confident pride when I would tell her about my latest and greatest news. As this book is released, I can still hear her voice telling me, “You can do it, son.” Thank you, Mom, for always believing in me and establishing that belief in myself.
Shirley Jean Sonksen
September 4, 1941 – August 16, 2014