I want to give a special thanks to my parents, Ana de Jesús Erazo de Alas and Lorenzo Alas Solís, to my wife Mar a Dolores Jiménez and to my inlaws, Berta Lidia Flores de Jiménez y Francisco Jiménez Borja. To my sons Freddy Alexander, Eric Saúl, and Tony Alas, my daughters-in-law Amy, Alyssa and Rita. My grandkids David, Frankie and Aeris and the ones that will come. Uncles, aunts, and specially to my father's cousin who, in times of political persecution, helped me get out of jail. I also want to thank my two aunts; aunt Blanky and aunt Catalina, who lent me their hands when I needed it. To my sisters, Daysi, Yolanda and Delmy. To my friends in different stages of my life, whether it was a moment of happiness, sadness, or economical and spiritual poverty. A thank you to my minister Oscar Calito and his wife Luisa Calito. But the most valuable help in my life and the reason why I'm still here is God's mercy, may He have glory and honor. A special thanks to Ibukku, who helped me make my dream come true.