This book is dedicated to our daughter Almarah Rose Urman, born May 1st, 2004.

—Scott Urman

To my wife Susan, you inspire me. Thank you for your patience and encouragement. To my daughter Jessica, and son Joshua, thank you for your hugs and kisses. They never ran out. To my parents, thank you for your example.

—Ron Hardman

To my wife Lisa, who is my constant, and our children Sarah, Joseph, Elise, Ian, Ariel, Callie, Nathan, and Spencer. Thank you for your inspiration, patience, and sacrifice that made my efforts on this book possible.

—Michael McLaughlin

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