“I am thankful for many things. First off, I’m so grateful for my parents : Mom, I know how hard you’ve worked to put me through this amazing University. Thank you isn’t enough for everything you’ve done for me. Dad, thank you for teaching me to take my failures as learning experiences in order to make myself become a better person.

Last, but not least, I’m most thankful for my extended family – Aunty Wilma, Aunty Lilia, Aunty Nancy, Uncle Rolando, and my cousins Leila, Daren, Garner, Neil and Gladdeeh. It is through your hard work ethic and your dedication to your families that have molded me into the individual I am today. I love you all of you!”