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This Book was inspired by the song I wrote and produced called: " I Met a Honkey Tonk Angel" This book is for every woman who has ever chased her dreams, whether on a horse, in a hard hat, or with a heart full of hope. This story is for you. For the ones who find strength in their own hands, who build their lives brick by brick, and who know the value of a true, unwavering love. To those who have faced their fears head-on, who have picked themselves up after falling, who have learned to forgive and trust again. You inspire me.
This book is also dedicated to the resilient spirit of the American West – to the wide-open spaces, the dusty roads, the vibrant honky-tonks pulsing with life, and the unwavering bond of community that holds it all together. To the women and men who work tirelessly to build lives, families, and futures out of the heart of the land. To those who understand the rhythm of the rodeo, the whisper of the wind through tall grass, the comforting glow of a campfire under a million stars. To those who find solace and strength in the simple things: a sunrise over a quiet field, a shared laugh over a cold beer, the warmth of a loving embrace.
To my own circle of strong women—mothers, sisters, friends, and mentors—whose stories, strength, and unwavering support have shaped my own. Your grit, your grace, and your unwavering belief in the power of love have been my constant inspiration. Thank you for showing me the incredible strength and beauty that resides within the feminine heart, proving that there is nothing we cannot achieve if we have hope, resilience, and a little bit of grit. Your stories are woven into the very fabric of this novel, a testament to the enduring power of love, community, and the indomitable spirit of women everywhere. May this story reflect the beauty, power, and unwavering love that you all embody. And thank you for believing in the magic of a happily ever after.

Author, Songwriter, Marine Corps Veteran, Mother and Grandmother

Mary Elizabeth Baker is a Marine Corps Veteran, author, and motivational speaker with more than 30 years of leadership experience in the mortgage and finance industry. A former upper-level sales executive, she led, trained, and mentored hundreds of professionals, helping them take command of their careers, finances, and personal responsibility. Her no-excuses approach to leadership was forged during eight years of service in U.S. Marine Corps aviation, where discipline, accountability, and resilience were not optional—they were survival skills. That foundation shaped her career in corporate leadership, where she became known not just for managing teams, but for transforming them. Mary specialized in developing mental toughness, instilling personal accountability, and teaching individuals how to build real financial stability in a results-driven world. As a sought-after motivational speaker and sales trainer, Mary has coached professionals across multiple industries, challenging them to abandon victimhood, break free from limiting beliefs, and adopt the habits required for long-term success. Her work emphasizes self-discipline, responsibility, and leadership—principles she believes are essential not only in business, but in life, relationships, and family. Now retired from the corporate world, Mary devotes her time to writing and speaking, using her lived experience to confront cultural myths and restore truth, balance, and accountability. Her books span self-improvement, financial literacy, cultural commentary, and fiction, all united by a common thread: the belief that strong individuals build strong families—and strong families build strong societies. Mary lives by the principles that shaped her life and career: discipline, resilience, accountability, faith, and an unwavering commitment to personal responsibility.

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