Author's Note

This would not have been possible without the people below. I'm sure I've missed someone. Please, tell me if I did. Also, I'd like to apologize to everyone who I've blown off while writing. I've enjoyed every second of time with you guys!

To Mrs. Smith: I'd like to thank you for inspiring me to write.

To Jackie: I still think you should write more. LYLAS!

To Margaret: I am going to believe to the end of my days that I should be allowed to call you Marmoset, Mouse, Margaset, Mar-Mar, and other embarassing nicknames, but that's water under the bridge. OR IS IT? I love you, sis.

To Abby G.: You're embodiment of Myra. That is all I can say without giving anything away about the story.

To Dr.Broderick: I love you Mom. Please don't ever forget it. I know we've had our ups and downs, but I've always loved you. BTW, Stacey's nice. I like him. I saw a dehumidifyer the other day . . .

To Lauren: Thanks for editing!

To Katie: I like lizards.

To Bianca: JINGLE BOMBS!

To Kaitlyn: OI! You still owe me a hug.

To Mrs. Heather: Thank you so much for making me a better person. I will always be grateful.

To Maggot: Even though you can't read yet, I still want to dedicate this to my favorite toddler. Behave, little one!

To Maddie Carmen: I didn't lose the game. I made a strategic move to end the game. HA!

To Ms. Brendel: Thank you for always believing in Lauren, Katie, Bianca, and I. Thank you for staying after school so we could write. I will be forever indebted to you.