There are dozens of friends, fellow collectors and dealers, who have provided invaluable advice, assistance and opportunities over the years. However, I would be remiss if I did not mention Gary Lyon. We met early in his philatelic career. He was attentive and generous with his help in building my collection(s). Over the years we developed a mutual respect that was strong enough for me to retire from teaching, sell my stamp business, sell my house in Truro and move to Bathurst. Working with Gary, Yohann and the rest of the staff at Eastern Auctions for nine years was an incredible opportunity for which I will always be grateful.