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       ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

      It is true that there are thousands of Christmas stories, but this one is very special to me. Its publication is due in part to my dedicated and insightful editor, Adrienne Macintosh, who instantly saw the eternal connection between Joy Boston and Adam Masterson.

      Thanks also to executive editor Kathleen Scheibling and my mentor, editorial VP Dianne Moggy, for believing in the Shores of Indian Lake series. Bless you.

      My gratitude and love always to my ever-faithful friend and agent, Lissy Peace.

      You are all the very best of gifts that life has to offer. You are always welcome, Christmas or anytime, in my love-filled home.

      And to all my readers, without your support and affectionate emails, letters and tweets, I don’t know how I would continue on. Your words of encouragement through the dark days after my husband’s passing meant the world to me. Your letters are still coming in and I treasure every card and letter. Heartwarming is so very aptly named. YOU are the heart-warmers. Never stop.