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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

I would like to express my deepest appreciation to Stuart Smith for giving me the opportunity to work in the field for which I have so much passion. His vision and dedication to making recovery more available has made this book possible.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the committed and passionate staff who I work with on a daily basis (many of whom are dear friends): Frank (the best boss I’ve ever had) and Teri Szabo, Debbie Champine, Mel Pohl, MD, Heidi Gustafson, Brad Greenstein, George and Kristine Gatski, Paul Hinshaw, Bill Peiffer, Josh Koop, Vanessa Merryman, Megan Smith, Lynette Padello, Joni Baumgart, Iris and Mary Jo Granieri, Shirley Keel, Pete Rappenecker, Bob Gray, Martina Steger, Travis Shephard, Karen Krebs, Michael Weisbein, Kadie Dungey, John Lanzillotta, Sandra Michael, Lloyd Heiner, Ben Campbell, Rachel Smith, and all the managers, counselors, and staff of Las Vegas Recovery Center and Central Recovery Treatment.

Thank you to my wonderful son, Jason Morales, a gift I surely do not deserve; and to my equally wonderful daughter-in-law, Victoria Cicala and granddaughter, Alexandra Morales. You all give me such joy and inspiration. To Aunt Beverly, Greg, Chris and Irma, and Shirley who have been my mentors and role models. Thank you for showing me how to live with grace and courage.

To my best and closest friend, Pam Wright, who knew me before I got clean and still decided to stick around. Thank you for your laughter and love, which have healed me more than you’ll ever know. Thank you to my dear friend, Uschi, whose calm spirit has soothed my ragged edges. Your friendship is a gift I’ll always cherish.

Thank you to Lynn, my caring and gentle sponsor, who knows exactly what to say at the exact right time. I’ll be eternally grateful that our paths crossed. Thank you to my beautiful sponsees: Carol, JB, Maude, Sandra, and Maritza. Your strength and grace continue to give me hope on a daily basis. It is an honor to have you all in my life. To all the women in my recovery support network and to all the members of my home group, your love and support and honest sharing have helped me to stay clean one more day.

Thank you to Mayita and Jorge for welcoming me into your family. I’ll always treasure those days of great food and warm laughter.

This book is a much better work because of the collaboration of the excellent Central Recovery Press team. Thank you to my editor, Valerie Killeen, whose impeccable attention to detail and commitment to CRP’s vision is nothing short of inspirational; and to Daniel Kaelin, whose editorial acumen and willingness to go that extra mile has made such a difference in the books we publish. It is a privilege to work with you both. To CRP’s newest staff members, Dan Mager and Helen O’Reilly, thank you for providing valuable input to this book. A heartfelt thank you to Mike Donahue for his editorial guidance and insightful contributions to this book.

Thank you to Sara Streifel, designer extraordinaire, whose artistic vision helps bring our words to life.

To Amy Herzlich for her support and belief in this project. Thank you for writing such a touching foreword.

Thank you to the contributors whose honest sharing of their recovery journeys helped to give Tails of Recovery its message of hope and courage.

And finally, thank you to my soul mate, partner, and great love of my life, Tony, whose unconditional love and acceptance have brought me so much joy and peace. That love is rivaled only by our precious Sophie, whose spirit has enriched our lives beyond measure.