This book is dedicated to my mother, Etta Mae Shanks. Though we
never got to take that walk together that we last talked about, I will
walk this message of hope and encouragement to the four corners of
the world with the love in your eyes forever ingrained in my heart.
To my father, R.J. Conner, your compassion and humility for all
people will forever be impressed upon all that I undertake. I am
eternally grateful for your example.
To Sarah Jane Powe, one of my many precious sisters.
Thanks for encouraging and believing in me when I could no longer
do so for myself.
To my best friend and partner, Hilda, words will never be
enough to describe what you have meant to my life. Your
unconditional love, patience, and enthusiasm amaze me more every
day.
And to the rest of my family, your love, support, and prayers
makes me stronger with each passing day.
