On April 7, 1968, a door was opened for me, and I will never forget the way in which that moment changed my life. We all have defining moments... inflection points that can realign our outlook on life, or provide a new sense of purpose. Within these pages are some of the moments that have most influenced and defined my existence. These are the interests, passions, blessings, values, loves, losses, and lessons that others have shared with me, in as generous a way as one young father did on Palm Sunday, 1968. I hope you find value in them, and pass this gift of wisdom on to others, as I am offering it to you.