ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

I owe a huge debt of gratitude to Lucky Kelson, sound engineer and owner of Lucky K Recording Studio. He is a true professional and one of the most impressive musicians and engineers I have ever known. He never fails to offer a kind word and lots of encouragement and great ideas ... I am blessed to call him my friend!

Larry Butler, two-time Grammy-winning Nashville producer, was the driving force, producer and co-arranger for Bless These Hands. He found value in my music from the very beginning. He believed in me and encouraged me to reach down inside myself and experiment with parts of my voice that I had not yet discovered. He gave me a confidence I didn't know I possessed.

Michael Wheeler, graphic designer, beloved friend and brother in Christ, was the ever-so-patient and talented jacket designer for A Soft Place to Fall. Thank you, Mike ... your creativity, talent and keen eye turned out a product that I truly love ... and your sense of humor made it fun the entire way!

Emily Howard Chandler, my beautiful, creative and zany daughter ... you were just there for me, by my side through thick and thin. You inspired me - and still do! - every single day. I love you, Em!

Steve Hoelscher, my dear friend at the time, and now my precious husband, was the driving force behind A Soft Place to Fall. He would not let up on me when I found it easier to slack off. He was a tremendous support and encourager, both in and out of the studio, and saw to it that I completed this project. We made a lot of trips to Pensacola, didn't we? Thank you, Steve!

Bless These Hands, released in March of 2003, was a life-long-dream-come-true, and I am forever grateful to all the 'key players' for the hours of dedication and hard work. You'll hear some new, original tunes, as well as several of your old favorites with a soothing and inspirational "new twist". I pray you will be blessed by what you hear.

A Soft Place to Fall was released in January 2007, after 3 years of distractions, hard work and waiting. Who would have thought a second CD would have been possible? I am grateful for those who supported and encouraged me to finish it and to take a bold step of faith back into ministry. A collection of 9 original and 2 cover tunes, A Soft Place to Fall is an assortment of inspirational and reflective music that soothes and moves the believer and unbeliever alike, and reassures of the nearness, forgiveness and unconditional love of God.