THANK YOU's to Those who helped along the way!!!
With Gratitude and Respect
I want to take a moment to sincerely acknowledge and thank those who have played a role—directly or indirectly—in my journey, my professional life, and moments of great challenge and growth. While this list is by no means complete, the following individuals, organizations, and communities hold a special place in my heart:
- State of South Carolina
- State of Montana
- State of Idaho
- State of Colorado
- State of New Jersey (Home)
- State of Pennsylvania (Birth State) and their teams:
Comprised of: State Licensing Boards, Sheriffs, Police Officers, Firefighters, and First Responders that were there to assist, as well as the local governments.
Blacksburg South Carolina:
- Penske
- Envision Counseling Services | Spartanburg, SC 29369 | Counseling & Therapy- Judy Jankowski (my boss then mentor)
- Counseling Center - Southeastern Children's Home- Robert Kimberly (my former counselor)
- Home - South Carolina Church of God- Blacksburg Church of God (my first church family)
- Pastor Kevin & Kelsey Hand
- Mike & Sylvia Grigg
- Roger McDaniel
- Dana Dudley
- Go Store It Greenville
- Ferguson Brothers Moving-864.444.1775
- Becky & Steve Donato & Grady
- Buckys BBQ
- La Quinta Greenville
- Red Roof Inn Greenville
Sandpoint Idaho:
I wasn't anywhere close to my best self when I arrived in Sandpoint broken, traumatized, and seeking safety. Thankful to all those who held space for me as I was and for their grace.
- Harvest Valley Worship Center
- Pastor Chris & Mika Bassett
- My awesome prayer support team: Annalea, Sharlene, Mycah, Mika, Jennifer
- Harvest Valleys amazing prayer team
- Kevin & Freedom House
- Sandpoint Community
- Sandpoint Government
- Debra Shaver
- Super 1
- Hydra Steakhouse, Hoot Owl Cafe, Smokesmith BBQ, Fiesta Bonita, Miller's Country Store, Beet & Basil, Dish @ Dover Bay.
- Sandpoint Property Management
- Litehouse YMCA
- Mountain West Bank
- Sandpoint Super Drug
- Pastor Jeremy and Heidi and their community
- IdaHope
Heron, Montana:
- Clearview Girls Academy, their students and parents, Jason, Jeremy, and Mary, as well as the staff there that were kind, principled, and supportive.
- Heron General Store
- The Locals of Heron
Bucks County Pennsylvania:
- My Mom, Alan, & Eileen
- Those friends who were true and have reached out.
- My guidance counselors and teachers that helped me along the way.
NEW JERSEY
Mullica Hill, Glassboro, Woolwich, Deptford, Washington Township, Elk Township, Harrison and South Harrison, Sewell, Turnersville, Pitman, Woodbury:
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My former clients, who entrusted me with their stories and healing and whom I miss Everday.
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True North Church
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Sheriffs, Police Officers, Firefighters, and First Responders—your presence and protection have meant more than words can express
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Local Government Officials, for your service and efforts to support community well-being
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Patient First in Woodbury and Dr. John De Cotiis, for your medical care and professionalism
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Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office, for your service to justice
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The Sorbello Girls, for your strength and sisterhood
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Fulton Bank—special shoutout to Rachel, for your kindness and support
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Mullica Hill, Glassboro and surrounding area locals, for the sense of community and hometown connection.
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Blue Plate, Naples Pizzeria, Marino's Pizzeria, Pizza Italia, 322 BBQ, Peter & Sons, Angelo's Diner, Primo Hoagies, Italian Affair, Merryman's Pub, Mannino's Pizzeria, Terra Nova, Duffield's, Carolina Blue, Luna Rossa, Botto's, La Esperanza, Monarch Diner, Tomo Sushi, Tokyo Mandarin, Mullica Hill Amish Market, Telford Inn, Dennis Mongan (may he rest in peace), & Main Street Financial...to name a few!
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Shoprite Mullica Hill Pharmacy
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Doctor McAndrew
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Saint John of God
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Prestige Subaru
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Float South Jersey
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Mullica Hill Inspira Hospital and Doctor's Office
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And to AJ Saia—may he rest in peace, forever remembered. Matt Saia and Family.
To all those named and unnamed: thank you. Your presence, your actions, and your support have not gone unnoticed.

