Thursday, May 7 was an epic day for me. Around eighty of my closest family members, friends, and acquaintances all gathered to celebrate the launch of my first book, No Better Man. I might be biased, but I’m pretty sure it was best party I’ve ever been to. It wasn’t only the fun atmosphere at Jakes Brew Bar, or the fact that my partners, Rado Distillery and Backyard Sodas were there serving an amazing signature drink. Those highlights were both awesome! But what made the party truly incredible was the energy and excitement from all of the people who have walked this journey with me.

During the party, I spoke about my eight-year journey toward publication. I talked about how I decided to become an author after my first son was born. Had I known then what I know now, I don’t think I ever would have made that decision. I didn’t know how much rejection there would be. I didn’t know how cruel some people would be. I didn’t think about the hours and hours I would spend pouring my heart into a story that would never see the light of day. It was a grueling journey. And if it hadn’t been for those people at my party, I would have given up a long time ago.

That’s what made the night so epic. I got to spend the whole evening with the people who kept me going, who put wind back in my sails, who made me believe that someday I would write something that would speak to people. I got to talk and laugh and dance with the people who are just as excited about the Heart of the Rockies series as I am. And I realized how blessed I am to have this community continue the journey with me.

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