ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
To Nana Last, for reassuring me that it was ok to enjoy and have fun with the
work I am doing. Thank you Nana, for asking the right questions, and for tend-
ing not only to my thesis but more importantly to me. Your intellect and kindness
still astound me.
To Eva Franch, for your diligent watch. Without your guidance I would have been
lucky to glue my fingers together. Your attention to detail pushed me to places
of organization and readiness I never dreamt possible. Sincerely, Thank you.
To my parents, Donald and Janet, I awake every morning feeling blessed and
empowered because of your undying love and support. Thank you for instilling
in me the values it takes to "finish strong" and the selfless awareness to know
when to help another just finish. You are my heroes.
To my sisters, Jenny, Julie, and Sarah, for granting me perspective and sarcasm.
Your presences alone have continually steered me in the exact direction upon
which I am meant to wander. Having gone before me, I foresee no challenge I
can not surmount with your example.
Finally, to my cousin Justin, for being that moment of levity when the weight
seems to much to bear. You are truly a great and my best friend. Thank you, for
being the Lloyd Christmas to my Harry Dunne.
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