05. Acknowledgments: To Those Who Encouraged Me.

The idea for this book was born early on November 20, 2017.
 
Ironically, I was brought into this world exactly 67 years earlier.
 
It all started when I woke up on my birthday with some troubles on my mind. I kept trying to will them away, but they kept circling back to bug me as worrisome thoughts often do. And just when I thought I might have to deal with that dark cloud all day something wonderful happened. I turned on my phone and fired up my laptop. And there I discovered were hundreds of people wishing me happiness.
 
Instantly my troubles vanished. And in their place, were the incredible words of encouragement that lifted my spirits.
 
So, if you are one of those who checked in that day (see list below - and please let me know if I missed your name), or one of the many that have encouraged me throughout my life, I have just two things to say to you.

1. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
2. See what you started? :-)
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