Holiday Op

Dedication

My wonderful Mom and Dad, who are my most ardent cheerleaders. I wouldn't be here without your loving support and understanding.

The Ls-Lona, Laurel, and Laura-for your unending patience with me, especially when I run myself around in circles over a story.

Lucy, you fill every day with joy and humor just by being you.

Anne Elizabeth, for thinking of me and being the kind of special friend that comes along but a few times in one life.

My Phoenix girls, Amanda, Donna, Jill, and Carmin, for listening to me talk about this dream and encouraging me every step of the way.

My brother, Jeff-you are in my thoughts and my heart.

The Ruby Slipper Sisterhood. There's no place like the bestseller lists!

One day we will all get there.

To the men and women of the military who put their lives on the line for our freedom and our survival, every single day.