My gratitude to the following people for their help, confidence, and belief in me:
Margaret Bail, my agent, who saw the potential and took a chance on me where no one else would.
Walt Pavlo, Jr., who has walked a mile in my shoes, stumbled, and continued on.
Paul Reinhertz, my brother, my friend; words cannot reach the depth of my gratitude for what you’ve brought to my life—true friendship.
Melissa, none of this would be possible without your help. Thank you for not only believing in me, my work, and my words—but in the memory of that teenager you once knew, and recognizing he’s still here. And finally, for helping me to understand there are second chances in life, love, and happiness.