I have been thinking about people in my life that probably saved me. Here is a thank you note 15 years late:

Thanks, Joann Ross Cunningham for recommending the book “Go Ask Alice” in English class. It scared me away from drugs.

Matt Davis, I owe you a big apology. I was a terrible student even though you tried your best. I’m sorry.

Mark Fontenot, thanks for making science more fun than nerve-wracking. And for…