I guess I spoke too soon--I thought I had done a thorough background check on the publisher that I was interested in; but after further review of the contract that they had offered me I have decided to take my manuscript elsewhere. Wish me luck.
This really puts a damper on my plans, but I am a survivor and I will do what I do best: I will pick myself up off the floor and keep on moving.
Hoping for a better tomorrow,
Jon
PS. Thanks for all the support.