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Then one day when I was at a low point and
doubting my direction, a coyote also came to
visit. Sitting on the grass across the
street, it looked toward me as if
encouraging me on. City workers came a few
days later and placed a sign directly in
front of that building-"Warning! Coyote has
been spotted here."
So, led by the spirit of coyote, eagle and
the many other guides of the universe, I was
able to complete this tale. Its primary
message is about following the call of my
body, mind and spirit.
On my journey, I agreed to fully own my
place in life wherever I happened to be.
Although shadows sometimes hid the path, I
rejoiced on my way to the sun and the bright
peaks beyond. My wish is that you will be
entertained, and perhaps even inspired, by
my intentional walk. Even though the
experiences I describe may be difficult for
some to believe, others will know of what I
write. Whether this story brings you comfort
or not, my hope is that you will question
your own experience to the same degree you
may question mine. As a wise old monk once
told me, "Just take from this what works for
you and leave the rest with us." I invite
you to do just that.
Everything that I write is based on my
actual experience but, in some cases,
composite characters facilitate the telling
and protect the identity of others. For
example, my dear friends in Burma are ruled
by a cruel military that would not hesitate
to cause them harm. Their true identities
must not be revealed. If any good comes of
this situation, let it be increased public
awareness of what is unacceptable and must
come to an end. I pray every day that a
resolution may take place without the loss
of more lives.
I have endeavored to recreate each scene in
the book with as much accuracy as the veils
of time and memory would permit. Although
certain details may have been distorted,
know that the main emphasis is still the
overall message. In the end, this is all
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