Overhaul (53 page)

My children—Rebecca, Daniel, David, and Izzy—have suffered through a father who spent six months perpetually preoccupied and with his study door closed as he tried to wrestle this tome to the ground. I hope that from this book—as well as from watching their parents try to do good in addition to doing well—they will take to heart the importance of giving back.

Most of all, I could not have gotten through the past eighteen months without the steadfast love and support of my wife, Maureen. She is truly my best friend and partner until death us do part.

West Tisbury, Massachusetts
August 2010