I spent a lot of time traveling to and from Nashville Tennessee, writing, recording, and collaborating on the songs in this album. Those “Nashville Days” were some of the happiest of my life. The creative and spiritual energy of the songwriters and musicians I worked with, made time spent there a true joy to me! I am forever grateful to have had that opportunity, and only hope that you may experience some of that joy through this album! 　　Special thanks to my wife and soulmate Lynn, for giving me the freedom to pursue my dreams. To my friend, producer and co-writer Tim Lauer, for helping make these songs come alive! To Larry Groce for his inspiration, friendship and encouragement. To cousin Jay, for putting me up, and encouraging me as only family can do; not to mention his expert playing and backing vocals. To Ron Sowell for his friendship, encouragement, collaboration, mean harp playing and backing vocals. To Kerry Marx for always adding energy to every song, like it was his own. To Dale Ferrell for his friendship and faith in me and life. To Kai Haynes for always believing in me. To my good brother Doug Payne for always inspiring me in music! And, to all my family and friends for their support and belief in me in everything that I do! Here's to you and your dreams!