"To those who have walked a path filled with struggle, resilience, and hope-this book is for you. Every twist, every setback, and every triumph has shaped the journey I share within these pages. To Imani Grier, Pepper Grier, and Terrell Grier Jr.-you are my heart, my fight, and my purpose. No matter the distance, my love for you is unwavering, and my dedication to building a future worthy of you remains unbreakable. To the reader-thank you. Thank you for opening these pages, for listening, for understanding. May this story remind you that no road to greatness is ever a straight line."