For the most part of everything, I thank You, Almighty Father, for giving me the wisdom and enthusiasm to finish the story. Lord, You placed me in a family filled with love and talents that turned me into someone who I am today. You are my Light in the darkness, my Everything. Thank You for giving Your only begotten Son to save us all, and for that, all humankind is eternally grateful. All glory, honor, and power are Yours, Lord, forever and ever!
My wonderful parents, Buddy and Tessie—for your endless love and support. This book is my form of apology and unfailing love for you. You guys, are the best! I love you!
My handsome and cool brothers, Paul John and Dominic—for surrounding me with your everlasting love, support, and protection. I always feel like a princess everytime you are around. I love you, guys!
My sister-in-law Michelle—for being always there for my brother and our family.
All my relatives especially Aunt Grace and Jeslen Tesoro—for your encouragement, ideas, and support. Hugs and kisses I offer you!
Uncle Melchor Bangaoil and Aunt Letty Bangaoil—for always receiving me everytime I needed a shelter.
My comical editor Ma. Evelyn Diaz Vergara—for your excellent suggestions, wit, and patience so as to improve the storyline. You have enriched this book beyond anything I could ever conceive. You are the best editor an author could ever have, and because of that, I will forever be thankful. I hope other people could see how much of an asset you are. God bless you in every way.
Layla Amar and Tania Arpa—for your expertise and brilliant efforts that got this whole thing off the ground.
My best friends, Glaiza Ignacio and Lynie Alilis-Saboy—for always being there for me. You never fail to understand and support me. I’m glad I have met people like you. You are a drop in the ocean. I love you, mi amigas!
My godmother Gloria Illustre-Bayeng—for being the best godmother who I’m very sure is even better than Cinderella’s. You’re always there for me since I was born. You never fail to show me your love. I wish you and Kuya Manny endless love and happiness.
My godson Justin—for being a part of my life, as I am to yours.
Ma’am Maritess Abad and Kuya Nani Abad—for helping me find the Way, when I was lost and naive. God bless and strengthen you more!
Ma’am April Lingat—for giving me a notebook that pushed me to grab a pen and write down a story, which is now this. I could never find the right words to express my deepest gratitude to you. I love you, girl.
Ailu Sitti Lucman—for being a big sister to me. The sisterhood we share is exceptional and priceless. I love you, sister.
Ma’am Imma Navarro—for having the interest to read the first chapter of this book and because of that, you are the first person to take a glance at it.
My big bosses, Dean Olive M. de Vera and Ma’am Juneve F. Tejada—for always understanding me and giving me countless chances, in spite of my shortcomings. (Laughs)
Lastly, all my former and current students and co-faculty members at the College of Pharmacy of Our Lady of Fatima University—for helping me grow as a person and making me feel loved and valued.
I love you all! Cheers!