well, after a whole bunch of other fiction writers started doing it, we decided a thanks page was in order. heck, we have been following the crowd in this game all the while, why quit now...here are the people that we felt needed to be recognized, and we speak from the bottom of our hearts...thank you!

Symone wishes to thank...

As it should be, first I must thank my Savior, Jesus Christ, who gives me every breath to my body and idea to my mind. Thank you for saving my soul. 2 Corinthians 5:13.

Next, to my parents (Mom and Emilio, Dad and Darra) who have supported me through everything even when they didn’t particularly understand why I was doing it. (And of course, for being merciful all the times they must have wanted to throttle me:)

To my brothers and sisters (Nicole, Christine, Stephan, Kristi, Andrea and Roberto): we are not always together phisically, but I know that there will always be this connection between us that nobody else can grasp. Full blood or not, you will always be the best siblings ever. Thank you for being an inspiration to me, and for my characters.

Adrienne and Rebekah: My two sweet little neices, thanks for being the joy (and sometimes the headache) in my life. You remind me what childlike innocence is all about.

Terri: What can I say? You gave me such a gift at such a desperate time. When I was ready to give up on SGG (and quite possibly writing) altogether, you jumped on-board and from that day sprang forth so many amazing ideas and stories, not to mention an awesome friendship that I wouldn’t give up for the world.

Shai…Shari…Sharina…WHO KNEW?! The shy little blonde girl in the 7th grade would turn out to be the only person I know who is louder than me! You gave me SO much, from introducing me to fan fic (bright pink folder in the Merk-man’s class) to giving me the idea for What You Wish For; but mostly for being the most consistant friend I have had in the last 5 years. All I know is…Adventures…is gonna TEAR IT UP! Kik! WUV YOU! LIBS4LIFE!

Carly: (notice I didn’t say * the* Carly Hawkins…ohhh…wait, opps!!:) My twinnie girl! You gave the whole fan fic world so much with the idea for ISOK, but you have given me 100 times more! I mean, you ARE the only other person in the world that has a whacked out connection to me AND Lance (I swear, one of these days he is gonna wake up and realize that he has 2 twin sisters that are four years younger than him…someday:) I got to know you, searching for the character, and instead I found a friend with more character than I have ever seen before. Thanks for letting me be a part of Off The Record. *hugs89!

Teach (aka 'Mommy'): well wow, this is a family affair, isn’t it? Thank you for being there to give me advice, as a shoulder to cry on, and always treating me as an equal. Our voice chats are the best, and although your hubby is BLIND (JCISAHOTTIE!) you are still a person I could never see myself without knowing. Thank you for sharing Turning Pointe with me and our readers.

Diva: lol, the world population of 12-year-olds pee their pants at the thought of us! From ‘fan fic clichés’ to ‘WTG’ you and I have been on the same page…and apparently that page is funny because everyone is always laughing when we are around. Keep keeping it real, because you are one of the most real people I know. Practice up on ‘spinnin’ records’ and ‘chillin’:) WTG4EVA!

Lyn: have you ever wondered why you told me about shutting down ISOK that day? I have, and all I can do is chalk it up to fate. And I am thankful everyday of my life for that pissy girl who decided to bitch about the new story not being like BofY; otherwise, I could be going at this alone, without one of the best friends I have ever had in my life. I could not have asked for a better friend, mentor and inspration in this crazy world than you, and I will never forget all the times that you have stuck by me. You are truly my Mami and big sister rolled into one. The power of the ‘net is kinda freaky, huh? (and no, I am not talking Digital Getdown, little miss cyber;) I love you girl. (but you know, I would love you more if I got a copy of unedited chapter 30…)

Krysti: there isnt much I can say here that you don’t already know, except…Asylum Star is gonna take on the WORLD! Best friends for eternity! Love ya Princess!

To anyone who has ever read a story at ::alternate reality::- thank you for making what we do here so worthwhile. All of your support for Terri, myself and the site means more to us than we could ever thank you for.

All of my friends at HCA: YES, I am a TEENYBOPPER…but you all love me for it, so…GET OVER IT! Thanks for accepting me the way that I am…and for buying Home For Christmas… I guess yall really liked that Under My Tree song, huh? :)

Lance, Justin, JC, Chris and Joey…and Nick: Thank you for being the people that you are. Without your dedication and sacrifce, your unbelievably deserved success and your genuine personalities, writing may have remained something I only thought about. You all inspire people to do SO much more than sit outside hotels, wear skimpy clothes and scream. I hope you realize what that means to all of us.

Terri wants to thank...

My family, Mommy, Dads, Squish and Jim Bob-You guys are way out there, but then, so am I. You've always given me computer time and space when I'm in creative mode, and understanding as to why I am so in love with my music and writing.

Symone-With one tiny e-mail, you changed both our lives. Look back to one year ago--who knew what would happen? Thank you for everything, the experience, the ideas, the creative juices, and the friendship, which I will cherish for a long time to come.

Hannah, Liz, Angie, Alan, Eunice and others-With, or without, knowing it, you guys have provided so much inspiration, just with things you say, or do. Or just give me ideas when you know I'm stuck. Thank you for not laughing too hard at my fan fiction. ;)

The Insanity we call RGlist- Y'all are nuts. Thanks for making me laugh, and yelling at me until I give you chapters of whatever I'm working on, and for being there when I need to bitch. You girls are amazing.

FictionLyn, StoreeGirl, FlyGirl, Mizunopanda, Vestirse and Len, and every other fiction writer out there- You guys are my second biggest source of inspiration. Reading the amazing things you conceive and write really helped get me writing myself. Thank for all your dedication and time spent to perfecting this amazing craft.

Everyone out there who has read, or ever read any fanfiction. You guys supports us with your feedback, comments and questions. Thank you for being there, no matter how un-often we update. It means the world to me.

Justin, Lance, Joey, JC, and Chris-If I were to meet you, I'd probably be too shocked to thank you, so I'll do that here. Thank you for creating the amazing music you do, for people the people that you are. Without you, I wouldn't have gotten the opportunity to work with Symone, read a FictonLyn story, or meet Angie. You've touched so many people in so many ways, and writing is our way of showing you this.

Isaac, Taylor and Zac-My original "boys". Thank you.

...take me home...