This story, and the journey at its heart, is dedicated to my Mum, Monica Pickford: in so many ways she helped me through life... here's to Mum.
The pain, the hurt, the suffering... Make the moments of joy that much more sweet... And, amidst it all, a single smile can be priceless.
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