1. God

2. the man who gave me the tire pump when he was finished, having paid for what turned out to be enough air to fill my tires

3. Meeting Eric, admiring his dedication and good stories

4. Jake and Andrea helping with the setup and computer

5. Nicole for minding the store

6. Debbie’s appreciation

7. Lindsey on the power of stories and good book recommendations

8. I agree and appreciate and acknowledge those who recommend to me good books

9. “the dynamo of your smile” from a song by Van Morrison

“God made man because he loves stories.” from the Gates of the Forest by Elie Wiesel