Bittersweet Surrender (39 page)
Until next time, remember that Jesus turns life's bitter disappointments to sweet joy as we surrender to Him. Wishing you a joy-filled journey!
Diann
It took a lot of great people and massive amounts of chocolate to create the book you now hold in your hands. Abundant thanks goes to:
My husband, Jim, for his support, love, and takeout meals. Thirty-three years and still going strong. I love you.
Our kids and their families for bringing so much joy to my life every single day. I am blessed to call you family.
Steve Lauterberg, owner of Eden Day Spa for offering insight into the world of spas (
www.edenfortwayne.com
). Your spa is the first place I seek to reward myself after completing a book.
Kim Allen, director of the French Lick and West Baden Spas. Thank you for the amazing tour!
Lynn Franks, employee at Chastains Shop, for making connections for me. Thank you!
My writing buddies: Kristin Billerbeck, Colleen Coble, and Denise Hunter. Your friendship and talent inspire me more than you'll ever know.
My incredible agent, Karen Solem. Nine years later and I'm still amazed that you agreed to represent me! Thank you for giving me a chance.
My wise editor and friend, Ami McConnell, who truly makes dreams come true, and my new friend, Leslie Peterson, for her guidance and expertise. What a fun journey!
To the creative giants at Thomas Nelson who bring story to life: Allen Arnold, Eric Mullett, Ashley Schneider, Natalie Hanemann, Katie Bond, the copyeditors, and the sales reps.
And finally, to those of you who dare to enter my zany world of make-believe and dream with me. Thank you allowing me the gift of your precious time. I hope you enjoyed our visit.
Until next time, God bless you all!
Diann
Diann Hunt
is the author of several novels including
Hot Flashes and Cold Cream
and
Be Sweet
. She has lived in Indiana forever, been happily married forever, loves her family, chocolate, her friends, her dog, and, well, chocolate. Visit her at
GirlsWriteOut.com
where she blogs with friends Colleen Coble, Denise Hunter, Kristin Billerbeck, and Hannah Alexander.