To my husband John, for believing in me and for always being supportive of my needs. The journey would not be the same without you.

To my children, Charlotte, Antony and George, may this book prove that you can have whatever you set your mind to.

To my mum, for encouraging me to keep an open mind, and to my dad, for pushing me to get out there and fly on my own.

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