Author's Special Note:

"What sets you apart can sometimes feel like a burden and it's not. A lot of the time, it's what makes your great." -Emma Stone

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Special thanks to Chase (aka Carter) for being my best friend and always having my back. Grandma Cheeeeeeeze you always give the best hugs when I'm down. You have a wonderful personality and you are definitely a child of God. You always have the right words to say when I'm on the verge of tears and I'm glad to call you my best friend.

Thank you Noah (aka Nathan) for always making me smile when I need it most. Alfredo you always have the best stories to tell and no I will never stop calling you Alfredo.

Thank you Mariah (aka Madelyn) for being a great friend. We don't talk very often but everytime we do you're full of smiles.

Thank you Irisha (aka Kathy) for always being smiles. Girl you go through a lot with school and you remind me a lot of how I acted when I was that age. You're a warrior and an inspiration. I promise I won't ever throw a knife at you.

Thank you Trenton (aka Liam) for being funny. I really do appreciate the 11pm prank calls, it makes me laugh and I really need it sometimes.

Thank you Genavive (aka Gena) for being awesome. We have so much in common and I know I can come to you with anything without getting judgement. We've been through a lot and you're a true warrior. It's also your birthday, the day I finished writing this, so happy birthday girly.

Thank you Olivia (aka Paige) for always being there. You're funny, you're kind, and I love being around you. I hope we can get closer.

Thank you Cleo (aka Jocelyn) for being a great friend. I can rely on you to give me advice if I need it or call me out when I'm messing up. You've a fantastic artist and have taught me so much. You are kind, funny, and super sarcastic and its it's awesome. Thank you for being such a great friend.

And thank all of you readers, had you not read my book I wouldn't have continued. Thank you for barring with me throughout this journey.

I thank and love you all.❤

~Carly Darnell (aka Carla) (aka the author)