Jam pointed out that we both have characters named Calle/Calli. I meant to mention that. It was completely unintentional, therefore I have to take it as some kind of sign. Of what, I have no idea. As mentioned, my Calle was an old character pulled out of hibernation. Kali & variations thereof has long been one of my favorite names, ever since I first read The Arm of the Starfish, probably. Even though I didn’t know the significance of that character having that name at the time.

Also: I just wanted to make a note… on the slim chance that this NaNo does get written and published, Jamly gets the dedication.