Author's Acknowledgments
Thanks to Acquisitions Editor Katie Feltman for showing faith in my abilities by offering me a chance to write a book of my own on a topic I love. To Rebecca Senninger and Blair Pottenger, the project editors: thanks for being my air traffic controllers, troubleshooters, advisors, and all-round publishing resources. Thanks also to my technical reviewer and fellow MVP, Mark Rae, for catching my slips and making valuable suggestions for a better book. The mistakes that remain are mine.
To my wife, Vilia: You've been a tremendous support for over 37 years. This book is just another example of how I couldn't manage without your love and guidance. You've always encouraged me to follow my dreams. I'm a lucky guy to have found you.
Finally, a shake of the paw and a "bikkie" (dog biscuit) for our dog Goldie. Your muzzle nudges and refusal to be ignored guarantee restorative breaks outdoors at 12:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. every day, rain or shine. Okay, Goldie, go find your ball!
