Dedication

This book is dedicated to the four women who have inspired and continue to inspire me the most:

Alicia Helen Salt, my mother, who inspired an early love of words (in memoriam).

Gemima Salt, a wonderful daughter who has grown into the most amazing woman.

Tessa Salt, so full of talent—a daughter to make any father proud.

Michelle Lemire, my life partner and so much more, and without whom I would not be growing, evolving, and becoming the type of man I’d like to be friends with.