Dedication
To God be the Glory for all He has done and continue to do through and for me as
I continue to avail myself for His use. All honor and praise is due unto Him. This
dissertation is dedicated to my wonderful husband, Kelvin M. Bosier and my three
beautiful children, Armon, Kyndal and Lance. Without all of the encouraging words,
acceptance of time sacrifices, smiles, hugs and nudges, this dream would have remained
in its abstract stage and never reaching the fruition of reality. Additionally, I would like
to thank my loving and caring mother, Shirley Smith and extend this dedication to her as
well. Even as a young child she instilled Godly values in me and taught me to work hard
to achieve life’s goals. This proves that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me.