I want to thank all of the people who helped me come to the realization that I needed to write this book. Many of you encouraged me before I ever put my pen to paper by having faith in me and helping to see me through such a difficult time. I’m thankful to have you all in my life!
Brooke and Nick, being your mom is the most joyous thing in my life. Thank you for your love, your kisses, and your respect. You are the wind beneath my wings. P.S. I miss making you chocolate ba-bas!
Charley, for always being there for me through the public and private times in my life, loving me and my kids, giving me a future to embrace, making me laugh, hearing me cry, and loving life with me.
My family, who has always been a phone call away and has always been there for me. My mom, for her unwavering support and love; my dad, for being a good dad and a good husband to mom; my sister, Christie, my confidante and shrink; and my brother, Joey, for fixing up all my homes and adding a little humor!
Ray Rafool and Ivan Parron, for being the smartest, most savvy lawyers in the world! Travis, for helping me deal with the financial confusion I was in during my divorce. My closest friends, who listened to me cry, made me laugh, and always believed it was “Linda Nation.” Jorge and Veronica, for taking care of me, my house, and all the pets through this ordeal. Thank you.
Lisa Sharkey, Amy Bendell, and the rest of the team at HarperCollins, for believing in this Valley girl with a story. My book agent, Frank Weimann at the Literary Group International, it’s time to celebrate over that bottle of super Tuscan. My photographer, Navid Matoory, for shooting a fantastic cover.
The Hyatt in Westlake Village, California, where I sat for hours writing and rewriting this book. Thanks for the service with a smile and a great chicken Caesar salad.
Foxy, my beloved little dog, who after her death became my little guardian angel. She always protected me on earth and now is guiding and watching over me from heaven. Everything is good because she still looks out for me. I miss you.