Dedications

I would like to dedicate this book to my lovely wife, Jeannette, and my two beautiful children, Hannah and Derek, who have inspired and supported me throughout the development of this book.

I also dedicate this book to my father, Jose, and to the memory of my mother, Generosa. Without their knowledge, wisdom, and guidance, I would not have the goals that I strive to achieve today.

—Omar Santos

I would like to dedicate this book to the memory of my father, Raymond Muniz. He never saw me graduate from college or accomplish great things, such as writing this book. I would also like to apologize to him for dropping out of soccer in high school. I picked it back up later in life, and today play in at least two competitive matches a week. Your hard work paid off. Hopefully you somehow know that.

—Joseph Muniz

This book is dedicated to my wife, Nevena, and my beautiful daughters, Sara and Tea, who supported and inspired me during the development of this book. Specifically, Tea was born a few weeks before I started writing my first chapter, so she is especially connected with this book.

I would also like to mention my whole family: my mother, Mariagrazia, and my sister, Francesca, who supported my family and me while I was away writing. I also dedicate this book to the memory of my father, Cataldo.

—Stefano De Crescenzo