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My son Liam and husband Gerard are my ‘rai·son d'ê·tre’...... my reasons for everything I do. My desire to be the best mother and wife I can be, is at the root of this journey and the inspiration for the exploration of my capstone topic.  Liam and Gerard may be the two most generous, supportive and forgiving individuals I will ever know, and as is their way, they have added humor and a joy to my master’s experience that has encouraged me to see the possibilities before me.

Liam and Gerard, my gratitude comes with a commitment to ongoing work on my own emotional nurturance and growth to be the mom and wife you both deserve.

 

Thank you to my brilliant cohort. Being in the presence of such thought-provoking, dedicated and experienced educators like yourselves has enhanced my learning far beyond my expectations.

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To my 'partner-in-crime' Amanda Weenk, I could not imagine this adventure without you. You truly are a 'Listener Extraordinaire' my friend. Thank you. 

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Finally, to Mari Pighini my adviser and mentor.  Your grace, wisdom and  generous sense of humor have made the last two and a half years a delight. My sincere, thank you to Mari and each member of the faculty for your dedication and investment in my personal and professional growth.

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My genuine appreciation to all of you who join me here on my journey. I hope that you will find inspiration among the resources I share and that they will nourish and strengthen the roots of your own social and emotional well-being. 

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