Acknowledgments

Samantha thanks the following for
getting this book published:

To my mom, Emily, my grandmother, Sally, my sisters,
Missy and Lena, and my brothers, Winchester, Adam, and
Austin for all of your continued love and support.

To dad and Cyndi, thank you for being there.

To Tony and Lori, thanks for being great sounding boards.

To the rest of my family and friends in Missouri, Texas, and
Tennessee for all of your constant support. I am truly blessed to
have you all in my life. You have given me roots and wings.

To Corinne who was a wonderful, patient guide.

And to my wonderful husband, Joseph,
for your incredible love and support in all things.

Corinne thanks these friends for their varied
and valuable contributions to this book:

Sarina Butler

Rick Paszkiet

Michael Longstaff

Kat Conour

Fatima Khan

José Carrión and especially Silas Shawver