First and foremost, I would like to thank my parents for going against the grain and providing me with a first-class alternative education. Though my upbringing was intense at times, it has shaped me as the man I am today. Mom, you were right when you said, “You’ll thank me later.” Thank you! I am grateful to my sister, who, though younger than I am in years, provides me with a constant stream of much-appreciated wisdom. I would also like to thank Nicole Slater for supplying me with professional photographs and Jessica Musicar, Jennifer Eastman, and Jessica Moll for helping edit my book. Last but not least, I am grateful to all my friends who devoted their time and expertise to further improve this book, especially Stella Copeland, who gave me professional botanist feedback.