My Heavenly Father. The one who blessed me with my life. With the ability (and desire) to sit down at a computer and tell stories and touch people’s hearts. I’m humbled. I am so grateful that He’s my leader and I pray I always follow His leading.

Travis. My rock. Babe, I wouldn’t know what to do without you. You not only keep me grounded but you give it to me honest. Thanks for keeping me in check, for calming my crazy. Thanks for being my love and making me laugh every day. Thanks for working harder than anyone I know. I love you. Beyond words.

Joey. Thank you for encouraging me and telling everyone you know that I write books. Thank you for showing love to everyone. I pray for you to continue being proud of who you are and giving your best to this crazy world. I love you. Beyond words.

Jake. You make me happy. Proud and so very humbled to be your mama. Thank you for hugging me every single day. For never remembering the name of my second book. For always striving to be great and a good person. I love you. Beyond words.

Riley. The world isn’t ready for you. Yet. But one day you’ll take it by storm. Thanks for smiling and laughing and having so much energy. I pray you’ll realize how capable, amazing, and beautiful inside and out you are. I love you. Beyond words.

My family. I got lucky. I really did. Thank you for supporting me like crazy. (Sorry again, Luke, that I write sex scenes. It is what it is.) Special thanks to my dad for stepping out of his typical genre to read a romance. You make your daughter’s heart swell. And I can hear you cheering from here. Jodi, your encouragement and smile, your way of understanding life is treasured. I love you all.

Emily. You reading my books means more to me than you know. You loving them? That’s even better.

To the kick butt group of crazy and weird boys who inspired Aidan and Reece. Your almost daily lunchtime Facetime calls are some of my favorite things. Even if I didn’t always want to see what you were eating, I always ended the call with a smile on my face. Each one of you are special in your own right. Every time you all said hi, told me a little about your day or smiled, I liked you all even more. I am so glad my son has you for friends and can’t wait to see what you offer the world. Thanks for being the best.

Deann. My tribe is happy to be linked with your tribe. I’m looking forward to continuing to walk this thing called life with you. You’re totally stuck with us. So is Ryan.

Julia. I couldn’t have a better sister in all the land. Love you.

Michelle. SoulSister. When my kids see your name on my phone even they smile. One day, girl. ONE DAY we’re going to hug each other and all will be right with the world.

Traci. I was told once that as we get older, our kids’ friends’ parents are who we become friends with. I’m SO totally okay with that. You’re the best.

Andrea. Thanks for being me. I guess the world should be thanking us for there being two. Honestly, though. You’re real and you’re genuine and I think you’re the bee’s knees.

Rach. My MafiaQn. Thanks for teaching me the importance of passing the baton. For calming me down and being real with me. I love you so very much.

Kate. My little southern pumpkin. I didn’t expect our friendship this year but dang if I’m not grateful it appeared in my life.

To the real teacher in the story. You really do rock. You know who you are.

My friends who are with me in the Walk. I didn’t know I was missing something in my life until that magical day when you came along. You’ve changed me. And I thank you. Big whopper of a thank you to Michelle L for having the courage to start us walking together. It’s a pleasure and honor to be with you ladies.

Jill. You keep me in check and remind me of how to not be a total and complete wreck. I’m honored to have you have my back and am in awe daily of how you do what you do.

Christine (not the fictional one LOL), Laurie, Danielle, Rachel S, Becca, and Rachel VD. I wouldn’t mind kidnapping you all and never letting you get away. Your beta notes were so perfect. Thanks for not holding back. You guys helped me make Feels Like Home what it is and I couldn’t be happier.

By the Free Photography and the gorgeous models that grace the cover of Feels Like Home. When I first saw your picture, I gasped. Literally. My hands shook as I messaged you, begging you not to think I was a crazy stalker, but you were so kind and gracious. From your first reply message, I knew you both were perfect for Christine and Andy. Not only are you beautiful, but your hearts are amazing and I’m so grateful you said yes.

Masta Betas. #judgementfreezone #theresnosuchthingastmi Love you all.

Jennifer’s Java Girls. Wow – I had no idea what a pleasure it would be to have you in my life. You all make me smile. Thanks for that and so much more.

The ladies of Do Not Disturb Book Club and the authors, it’s been such an amazing experience being a part of this group. Thanks for being awesome and so much fun!

Inkers, and Manuscript Minxes. I appreciate you so much!

To the authors in my life who helped me along the way. If you’re reading this? You know who you are. I’m honored to be in the ocean with you. Some of you have answered my questions without blinking an eye when I felt stupid asking them. Some of you have shown me what friendship means. All of you are cherished.

The fabulous bloggers in the book industry. Your work is hard. It really is. But please know it doesn’t go unnoticed. I appreciate your posts, reviews, encouragement, all of it. Your kindness and support makes me happy.

Readers, whether this is your first time finding my stories or you’ve been with me from the beginning, I couldn’t do what I do without you. I will forever be grateful for every single person who decides to give my books a chance. Thank you!

My super cool editor, Kay. Your notes were so spot on and pushed me. I appreciate the time you spent on Feels Like Home!

Julie, your line edits blew me away. Your attention to detail is impeccable and I am so thankful you’re in my corner!

Kara. I absolutely love working with you. And no comment would ever make me upset. LOL

Oh Jena. Man, we worked our butts off here. The picture was perfect but you made the cover sparkle and shine and wow… I swooned. Thank you for working so diligently on it!

Thanks to Blue Tulip Publishing for supporting me once again! You keep believing in me and I keep being surprised.

To the education system. Specifically, the one my kids are blessed to be a part of. Every one of you who works your tails off to make our kids’ days better, to make their LIVES better. No matter what your role in the system is, your support of the students and recognizing their needs goes above and beyond. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I know from experience the influence you have on your students. You’re a rock star to me (and my family) and I appreciate the crap out of you. No other way to say it.