To my mother and father, my mentor's, my best friend's. You've taught me many things about life over the years, but more than anything you've taught me to love, to be kind and caring, to respect, to understand, and to appreciate. You've taught me to be there for my family and friends, and to stand up for those who can't stand up for themselves. The older I get, the more I understand why I am who I am; And it's because you are who you are.