A Ballad of Salt

The following excerpts are taken from a journal found abandoned in a small cove located on the shores of Crow's Landing. The assumed author's name, Elliot, was written (with what appears to be a ballpoint pen) in the "If Lost, Please Return To:" section of the book. However, all other specifics; i.e. her address, phone number, or anything else of that nature, has withered away. The journal seems to be a recounting of the events that led up to her sudden disappearance.