To Kiersten, Brandon, and Jeremy, my most successful projects.

J. R. M.

To Brianna and Sammy and Kacy, my most important and rewarding projects.

S. M. S.

To Maggie, beloved daugther, valued colleague, and treasured friend.

S. J. M. Jr.

To Dad: my teacher, my hero, . . . my friend.

M. M. S.

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