KUDOS
I wish to thank my husband, Al, and our children,
Cody, Shaine, and Annie for their unconditional support throughout this project.
And thanks also to my extended family and friends for steady encouragement.
I also want to acknowledge the following people and
organizations:
For inspiration, vision, and direction
Phil Borges and the Blue Earth Alliance,
Claire Garoutte and the Photographic Center Northwest, Seattle,
Dr. Yolanda Duralde and the Mary Bridge Child Abuse Intervention Department,
The American College of Nurse-Midwives.
For collaboration and editorial contributions
George Day,
website developer,
Annelise McDougall, Pacific Lutheran University,
Caron Campbell, CNM/Editor.
For material supplies and financial assistance
Oceanside Photo and Telescope,
The Gig Harbor Cultural Arts Commission,
Arlene Humble and Art Jungle Studio,
Private donors.
Generous thank-yous to the WCCW Early Head Start staff and
WCCW administrators and staff who allowed my vision to become a reality.
And, not the least, a heartfelt thank you to the Inmates who shared their
lives, pain, and successes. Your babies are beautiful. They are off to a great
start.
May they continue to grow up strong.
