Jeri's family in Denver and on the East Coast continually provide inspiration, humor and love. Her mom even sends Jim letters of encouragement direct from Elvis. She is the only person on the planet who knows wherehe is...somewhere out there, Elvis is alive and thinHVO/USGS/Volcano National Park People Jim's colleagues have been incredible. They are better than cross-your-heart bras in terms of being uplilfting and supportive. Long distances are made short by their outpouring of genuine friendship. We lava them!

Jeri's co-workers are great. In her absence, The East Hawaii Big Island staff is covering Jeri's full caseload of special education students in foster care. She knows how busy any given workday can be, and is grateful for the extra time that Sherry and Pauline are putting in, on top of their own heavy loads. Much love to Stan, Kathie, Steve and all the surrogate parents of EPIC.