Dedication

For my son, Kristopher-Kent Herbert Harris, with love and amazement.

IN MEMORY

Josephine Hindman, Gladys Richardson, Nell Gelis, Eunice Harris, and Jack Brix.

Many thank yous to those who made this book possible, be it for your technical advice or moral support. Jeanette Lundgren, Captain David Meadows US Navy, Carolyn Starr, Marki Hocking, and Sheriff Jack Gardner.

A special thank you goes out to Kathleen Jackson and Mom and Dad. Thank you all for both your inspirations and your valued friendships.

Words cannot express my gratitude to Editor Carolyn Shafer for her professional advice and assistance in polishing this manuscript.