I would like to thank my siblings for helping to create the memories recalled in the book, plus many more that, perhaps, are not suitable for publication.
In particular, I spent countless hours with my now-deceased brother, Brad, discussing hundreds of arcane topics, including most of the ideas surrounding consciousness included here.
Thanks, also, to my friends who gave their time to review my early drafts and offer input and criticism. You know who you are, and your help has been invaluable.
Finally, thanks to my long-suffering wife, Julie, for putting up with me for the last 47 years. Without her, I would not know how many things I'm doing wrong. Seriously, she has made me a better man, and especially a better father.
