D.S. White's motto: "I am who I am by the grace of God." A strong black woman, Dee has realized forgiveness is essential to achieve the peace she has sought all her life. She has come to terms with the angst of her birth and realizes that even her name has purpose in God's eyes. She's real enough to admit that some of her limitations in life were self-induced. She's not ashamed to admit she's not perfect, and at times may need to be lovingly reminded, "It's not about you!" But she prays she will always surround herself with people who will hold her accountable to the need to have and show compassion.