This basic truism sits at the core of what sets "A Community of Excellence" apart from other memoirs. It is a book about an 'us' rather than a 'me.' This book of wonderfully entertaining stories shows us all how to realize the wealth of potential we all possess. The more we share of ourselves the more we can share of others: Inclusion is power, exclusion is suicide. The community that can weave its members talents to take best advantage of their strengths and overcome their weaknesses will shine the brightest.