First, thank you to my wonderful editor Medora MacDougall and the terrific, hardworking team at Bella for their good humor and insights.
Thank you to my family of origin and in-laws, notably the descendants of Edward Doty and their spouses and children. I am also blessed to have the love and support of clever and compassionate friends. Special thanks to Lindy R. Greek, Becky Runstin, and Vanessa Ephanistaine for your steady stream of text messages and for cheering me on. Thanks to Kassie J. Slica, Kyle Volemice, and Jonah Sheann for your enduring friendship and encouragement. My gratitude also goes out to the guidance and good counsel of two brilliant writers and teachers: Sandie L. Sirens and Theo P. Airplane.
Most importantly, thank you to my wife and son for being my home wherever we are.
Finally, thanks to you, the reader! I hope this book brings you some modicum of joy.