From Zero to Infinity and Back- A full Circle

In order to find some love, partnership, companionship, and support, as any other young single divorcee, my search for a loving partner began on dating websites. At first in line with my spiritual beliefs of the Eastern tradition of Yoga and Meditation like DharmaMatch.com. I have been a practitioner of Yoga and meditation since my thirties, which I am blessed to have inherited from my ancestry. Going to Kirtans and meditation, Satsangs with my grandmother and living in a family with Yoga traditions, my father being a Raja Yoga practitioner, even as a child, living in Yoga came naturally to me.

At these dating websites I met some sociopaths, addicts, alcoholics and also some decent men sometimes in disharmonious timings in this dating journey. After being stolen from, surviving domestic violence, and also having some great learning dating adventures, I have come to arrive in this place. I am now thriving, being in oneness, in Yoga. This writing and art memoir are a result of this journey. I am sharing my story in the form of arts and writings inspired by the teachings of Vedanta and Buddhist teachings and values.

My abstract art is in its spontaneous presence, in the raw, elemental, primal and childlike innocence, with awe and wonder, a curious part of me. I do hope to awaken a presence in you that resonates this blissful state that I experienced while working on the art and poetry book project.

Gen. Park Chung-Hee and South Korea's Han River Miracle

Gen. Park Chung-Hee was born to a poor family in rural Korea when Japan ruled the nation as a colony. After teaching at a rural elementary school for three years, he studied at three different military academies to become an army officer in the liberated Korea. Although he encountered a career-threatening crisis right before the outbreak of the Korean War, he returned to the service and served many key staff positions during the war and important command positions after the war with devoted professionalism. When the nation drifted rudderless in the 1960s, he led the military revolution as the last resort. Hence forth he headed the government that was steadfastly focused on rebuilding the nation. His administration laid the extensive, future-oriented foundation for the nation’s industrial development and advanced defense capability. Gen. Park lived his life aligned with, to the letter, his personal motto: ‘My Whole Life to Fatherland.’

Getting It Wrong

In Getting It Wrong, Edwin Dean embarks on a compelling exploration into the fading realms of an elite class and its tightly held worldview, juxtaposing it against his own grounded perspective of the world we inhabit. This thought-provoking journey forms the crux of the narrative, unearthing the nuanced layers of understanding that often elude the grasp of conventional thought.Dean’s incisive dissection shines a light on the perilous journey historians embark on in their earnest quest to unravel the intricacies of human narrative. With a candid acknowledgment of the elusive nature of clear answers, Dean lauds the humble scholars who embrace the ambiguity inherent in the pages of history, urging the fraternity to delve into the less apparent yet profound dimensions to better comprehend our existence.While not a historian, Dean’s unquenchable thirst for books has led him through a myriad of intellectual realms, enriched by the inspiring mentors who fueled his enduring quest for knowledge. His insightful critique extends to the polar ends of political ideology, advocating for a more collaborative discourse and a keen ear for the diverse voices that echo through the corridors of debate.At the heart of Getting It Wrong lies a fervent call for a reinvigorated approach to education, recognizing it as the linchpin in our collective journey towards enlightenment. Dean’s narrative invites a discourse enriched by diverse perspectives, welcoming the echoes of disagreement, provided they resonate through calm and constructive channels. Through the lens of candid reflection and earnest discourse, Getting It Wrong challenges us to re-examine the frameworks through which we perceive our shared history and our place within it.

Glow Light

Lighthouses symbolize direction, safety, and hope for those navigating the vast, open waters. They stand as beacons, guiding you safely back home, through dark and uncertain conditions, or offering a steady presence on a bright, carefree day.These towering lights, found on coastlines and islands, help boats find their way through any challenge. Lighthouses come in many colors, shapes, and sizes, yet their purpose remains the same: to withstand the harshest weather and provide a constant, unwavering light.As you turn each page, let these lighthouses lead you on a journey of wonder. From danger to delight, discover what lies beyond the horizon as you follow the rhymes and see where they take you.

Government Girls

It’s 1942, and best friends Mary and Marge leave their teaching jobs behind in Iowa to move to Washington D.C. to work for the FBI. Excited yet apprehensive, neither of them could anticipate the rapid changes the war will bring into their lives.

Arriving at Union Station, they meet Dotty, a quick-witted woman who left her all-girl band in New York City in search of new opportunities. Despite rampant racism, Dotty manages to find a clerical job with the government, thanks to her prized possession - a typewriter.

The three women band together, renting rooms in a run-down mansion that operates as a restaurant and boarding house. Under the same roof lives Natalie, an eccentric artist trying desperately to sell her screenplays and achieve her Hollywood dreams.

As Mary and Marge begin their demanding fingerprint filing jobs at the FBI, they find themselves growing increasingly vulnerable, but also courageous, in the face of a world ruptured by war. The four women couldn’t be more different, yet they forge an unbreakable bond confronting rapidly shifting social conventions and opportunities for women.

Gris Wee Bear's Golden Pears

Our journey begins in a beautiful green forest with a cuddly brown bear and his most delicious golden pears. Through this book, readers can help a child’s imagination run wild as they take him or her on a wonderful journey with Gris Wee Bear and friends. This delightful children’s book is the first of a series of several creative adventures featuring Gris Wee Bear and his friends. Your child will enjoy countless readings from this tale, full of alliteration, assonance, consonants, and rhyme, making it a joy to read and guaranteed entertainment for you and your child!

Gris Wee Bear’s Golden Pears is designed for parents, teachers, and mentors alike to aid in early phonemic awareness, fluency development, memory, and sequencing skills to help young listeners remember and understand longer strings of word, while enjoying the process of cognitive development. Listeners’ imagination is sure to flourish in this playful children’s book of literacy fun!

Halloween Night

Have you ever wondered what goblins and ghosts do to prepare for Halloween Night? Let's find out...

Harvey's Hamburgers

What happens when an Iguanodon named Harvey decides to follow his dream of opening a food truck? Unfortunately, none of his family or friends want to try his delicious hamburgers. But one day, Harvey gets some unexpected customers. Can Harvey convince other dinosaurs to try his food? Will he overcome his fears and make his food truck a success? Discover if Harvey’s hard work will pay off in this delightful tale!

Healthier Living

Healthier Living illuminates the path to wellness through wisdom, underscoring the Biblical adage that wisdom surpasses all earthly desires. This book emphasizes that wisdom, defined as the knowledge of what actions to take or avoid in various situations, is crucial for maintaining health and well-being. It blends practical advice with a personalized approach to health, highlighting the importance of understanding what actions to take in specific health scenarios, even when common sense might suggest otherwise. This insightful guide encourages readers to adopt a wise approach to their overall health and wellness journey.

Her Heavy Backpack

What’s in your invisible backpack? We all have one!

Your invisible backpack carries the things you carry with you that no one else can see.

It’s full of good things and not so good things, but all of these things that make up the life of the great and wonderful you.

Horse Racing: An Opinion

Tired of losing money at the racetrack? Horse Racing: An Opinion might well be the remedy. It is clever, witty, and strewn with insights.

The book’s goal: enhance and enrich the reader’s appreciation of horse racing by providing a unique conceptual framework from which to view the sport.

The book offers the reader a new way of seeing, a new set of eyes.

Not only will it enhance the reader’s appreciation of the sport, but it will also enhance the health of one’s bankroll as well. Even money says you’ll love it.

How Big is Your Brave?

In How Big is Your Brave?, delve into the transformative journey of individuals as narrated by Jolene, a dedicated personal trainer. But this isn’t just about shedding pounds or building muscle – it’s about the odyssey of resilience, self-discovery, and confronting the deepest fears.

Jolene shares heartwarming tales of her clients, recounting not just their physical metamorphoses but also the mental battles they waged and conquered. Each story is a testament to the human spirit, the will to try, to fall, and to rise stronger than before.

For many, achieving fitness isn’t just a goal – it’s a testament to their grit, and often the most rewarding conquest they’ll ever embark upon. Yet, it’s that initial leap, the first step into the unknown, that’s the most daunting. How Big is Your Brave? celebrates those brave souls who dared to take that step, forever altering the trajectory of their lives. How about you? Are you ready to discover just how brave you can be?