Acknowledgements

For my mom. The strongest, bravest, and most remarkable person I have ever known. If I could be half the person you were, I would be unstoppable.

I love you.

Everyday. Every minute. Every breath.

Thank you for believing in me and for never doubting my dragons.

For my friends–some lost–some found–some who were with me along the way.

And to Beth Irwin, freelance editor extraordinaire.

Thank you