Acknowledgments

I would like to thank God for protecting me all these years and helping me to steer around certain adversities. I would also like to thank my daughter Kennedy for being my source of inspiration. Without you I would have given up years ago. I would like to thank the countless mentors that have kept me grounded. You have no idea how your words have affected me over the years. It is very important for young people to surround themselves with nothing but positive mentors. I could have easily fallen prey to the streets, extreme poverty and even homelessness. The Guidance I received came from older men and women with a myriad of experiences. These mentors were willing to share information and it truly helped me. They let me know I was not alone and corrected me on occasion which has made a huge impact on my growth.  If I have sat in your office, cubical and/or classroom you know who you are. I would like to thank all of my older brothers and sisters whom supported my unconventional ideas. Thank you for keeping me grounded.