I am grateful that I didn't let fear get the best of me. It only holds you back from possibilities and greatness.

The experience of being cared for is profound, and it nourishes the soul as much as the food does the body.

It's a life's journey of finding ourselves, finding our power, and living for yourself, not for everyone else.

Yes. I did more research than I ever wanted to and saw some things I wish I didn't. I went on ride-alongs, spent time with Homicide, Cold Case, and SVU detectives, hung out in subways learning how to spot pervs and pick-pockets, viewed an autopsy, went to a police firing range, and witnessed court cases and I read, read, read.