For all of my days, I have dreamed of becoming an author; of writing remarkable stories about love, passion and adventure. I imagined frigid, winter evenings nestled in my favorite leather chair, snuggled inside of my mother's frayed but cozy, flannel blanket. Watching the snowflakes dance outside my window, with the moon shining just bright enough to make them sparkle and shine, I would write my stories and be at peace. With the publication of this book, my dream has become a reality. My heart beats wildly at the thought of each book venturing out into the unknown to find its way into your hands, someone who will give it life as the first page is turned. I can only hope you will delight in reading the stories of my life, loves, and struggles as much as I have adored composing each of them. For all my days, I have dreamed of becoming an author; of writing remarkable stories about love, passion and adventure. I imagined frigid, winter evenings nestled in my favorite leather chair, snuggled inside of my mother's frayed but cozy flannel blanket. Watching the snowflakes dance outside my window with the moon shining just bright enough to make them sparkle and shine, I would write my stories and be at peace. Love Alana Marie