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Acknowledgements

To my husband Evan, who inspired me to write my life story. I know he will be smiling down on me when my book is published.

To God and the blessed mother for giving me a strong faith that has brought me through many crosses in my life and made my burdens lighter.

To my mom, who left this world at age twenty four. Thank you for the gift of your poem. The title of my book is in your honor.

To my children, Alan, Cindy and Paul, you are the special angels in my life. I love you with all my heart and soul.

To my grandchildren, you are the gifts of your parents to me. I love you all so much.

To my friends who, thanks to God, are many. Your gift of friendship overflows in my heart.

To the clowns in my life who were there when times were lonely and life stood still: Hap, Cheerful Charlie, Daisy June, Great Aunt Tillie. Thanks so much. A heartwarming thanks to my favorite clown and partner Hayseed #2, my grandson Jeff, you are the best.

To Mike, my nephew and the son of Aunty Eunice, a big thanks for taking an interest and helping me get this book up and running.

Thanks to my friend and favorite photographer Catherine B. Thompson, for a few of the photos that appear in my book. Thanks Buff.

To Erv Harmon, my new life partner whose patience and love have kept me inspired and excited at times when I wanted to give up. He was the best critic in his ever so gentle way. Thanks Erv.