Acknowledgments

I'm always thankful that I have an understanding family (and dog and cat!) that could deal with the late nights and busy weekends when I was updating this book. You know that things are taking too long to get done when the cat eventually gives up on you and goes to bed.

Katrina had infinite patience during the creation of this book. Even though I would say (countless times!) it's almost done, she would nod her head in that understanding manner which really meant she didn't believe me. But, she supported my efforts and made sure I had the time to get things done.

Of course, my children were less sympathetic to my book writing, especially if it interfered with their social lives. However, the entire family chipped in and I couldn't ...

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