After graduating from the University of Missouri in 1969 I was commissioned as an officer in the Marines. I served an interesting 'tour of duty' in Southeast Asia in 1972, during which time I was "in and out" of six different countries...including Vietnam. A greenhorn lieutenant when I landed, I was eventually promoted to captain. Because of my God given 'take charge personality' and a few "very junior officer" notable accomplishments I found myself frequently being handpicked for special assignments. I 'saw action' with seven different units...some good ...some bad...some ugly. I saw men die. I saw capable men withered by fatigue, brave men crippled by fear. Since I served, more than forty years ago now, I have had the pleasure and privilege of meeting and getting to know hundreds of fellow-Vietnam Vets; short term acquaintances, professional colleagues, neighbors, close friends, family members. Although our individual Vietnam stories are unique and intensely personal, I have come to realize that a common thread runs through most of them. For more than twenty-five years I have been asked to formally speak to sundry civic organizations, history classes, and social gatherings. As a result of fielding thousands of audience questions and listening to their spontaneous reactions to my "talks" I have learned what people are interesting in hearing. I have seen their reactions to my version of America's 'Vietnam experience'. I know what's interesting and what's not; what's important to those who weren't there, ordinary people who merely wonder 'what it was like'. I have enjoyed two "successful careers" and am currently embarked upon my third. I have fired most of life's best bullets, emptied most of my chosen weapon's most precious magazines, drained my fullest canteens, exhausted most of my allotted time on this fair planet we call earth. I want to share a few of the stories of men I served with, men I came to know later in life, men I loved as brothers-in-arms surviving in harm's way; or men who were simply 'Crazy Vietnam Vets' (like me) with a special story to tell. "Men JUST like me...only different " Ours are interesting up and down tales of wonder and weird, of good times and bad. I am happily married to a "seasoned" school nurse, am the father of three college educated sons, and have two fine grandsons. I live in Blanco, Texas about forty miles due west of Austin. I have always viewed life's glass as half full; hope you enjoy our 'Not Ordinary' war stories.

In this third and final volume of Julia Turk's Navigator's Dream series, the Navigator makes one final voyage into the realm of tarot to ultimately find enlightenment-but it will be much more difficult than a simple turn of the cards for our psychiatrist-turned-philosopher and mystic. In "Seatime," the hero ascends into the Major Arcana of the tarot deck via a sailboat led by the Higher Self of the Navigator, known as Guide.

Joined together with a motley crew, the sailboat takes the Navigator and Guide deep within the islands, or Sephiroth, of the Mystic SEA. These are not tropical islands intended for peace and comfort; each island is different than the last, and each carries a mystery that must be unraveled. Although the Navigator has learned much amidst the tarot cards, has the hero learned enough to make it home?

Externally, the Navigator has difficulties, but internally there are problems as well; as the riddles unravel, so do the deeply held psychological issues of the Navigator. By the end, the mysteries of the Major Arcana might be solved, but will the Navigator be able to heal the wounds built prior to the tarot adventure?

Part One of 'Working the Nightshift' is a comprehensive background to the history of dreams and how the modern world views them.There are tips on how to remember your dreams, how to keep a record of them and how to use them to answer specific questions about your life. Part Two is a step by step guide to ten of the most useful and effective dream analysis techniques. The techniques supply the essential groundwork for working productively with dreams and can be used by those working alone, in groups or in therapy. The book illustrates, with examples from the author's own dreams, how information found in this magical world can be used as a springboard for major life changes. But dreams can only be interpreted if we learn their language. This book will give you the skills to understand your own dream language.

"DREAMS" takes you on an exciting journey through the world of your dreams. You will soon be able to remember your dreams, decode your dreams, and use those dreams to your best advantage. Your waking world will be transformed; things will never be the same.

Dreams are real, dreams are personal, and dreams can change your life.

"Cathy has helped unravel my most cryptic dreams. I have been amazed at her suggestions and thought she knew the most intimate workings of my mind. "DREAMS" reveals her secrets. Well written, with abundant examples, there is something here for every dreamer."

- Joyce Neville, CFO TAD Enterprises, ACBL Silver Life Master

"Dreams are important. Years ago, I dreamt about a stranger and saw him the next day in my waking life. We've been married now for twenty years. I especially like Cathy's book-and I've read many on dreams-because it includes the history of dreams and examples from celebrity dreamers. This information helped me feel comfortable about making dreams a key part of my life."

- Carole Chapman, author of When We Were Gods

My dreams were instrumental in encouraging me to continue on my quest, guiding me along and giving me validations when I was feeling doubtful. By going deeper into that place within, I was able to find inner peace and discover the diamonds in the treasure chest of my soul. Through dreaming, journaling and analyzing, I was able to fully understand my soul's purpose, and I was able to find forgiveness where I thought none was needed. Within The Healing Power of Dreams are tips and suggestions to assist you in achieving dream recall so you can receive vital information, solve conflicts, and heal your life. As you continue to recall your dreams, not only will answers be revealed to you but you will learn more about yourself, your aspirations, your dreams, and your desires. As you open your heart to heal your life, life itself begins to unfold-exposing more aspects of you that you didn't know existed. When you unlock the immense power of love within you, you begin to evolve into more of who you were truly meant to be-a great magnificent being. Your past can not be ignored, avoided, or pushed aside because it is a part of who you are. All your life experiences and lessons along the way have brought you to this point in your life. As you no longer refuse to face your past, you are releasing the pain of the past and discovering the diamonds in the treasure chest of your soul.

Ever wonder about the meaning of an exceptionally vivid dream or one that keeps nagging you the next day? Chances are, that sort of dream carries a hidden message ready to be decoded. Wise Dreams shows you how to understand your very personal dream symbols and how to decipher the concealed wisdom and insight your dreams bring to you, using extraordinary examples from a decades-long dream journal, including dream messages on:

 fear's illusions  unknown self-sabotage  revelations on nurturing the self  communications from loved ones  encouragement from dream guides  visions of the future

Wise Dreams includes a form to help you decode your own dreams.

Through Rachel Norment's Dream Explorations: A Journey in Self-Knowledge and Self-Realization, you can

- learn contemporary methods of dreamwork inspired by Carl Jung and developed by Montague Ullman, Jeremy Taylor, and many others; and - discover the deep inner wisdom you have within yourself that can guide you towards spiritual growth and physical and psychological health and wholeness--toward becoming the person you are meant to become.

"Rachel Norment's Dream Explorations ... is a gift to us all The combination of her careful attention to her own dreams over decades and her keen eye for the dreams and insights of other dreamers has produced a work of great depth, wisdom, and inspiration. It is a joy to read." --Jeremy Taylor, D.Min., cofounder and past president of the International Association for the Study of Dreams (IASD) and author of The Wisdom of Your Dreams

"In this valuable and highly readable book, longtime dreamworker Rachel Norment offers us her collection of dream treasures with instructive reflections on common symbols and dream themes. This book clearly illustrates the rewards of a lifetime of dreamwork to guide and heal our lives."

--Chelsea Wakefield, Ph.D., LCSW, psychotherapist and author of Negotiating the Inner Peace Treaty: Becoming the Person You Were Born to Be

"Serious dream workers and seekers after self-knowledge will be delighted by this book. Rachel's practical insights ... into her personal symbols and themes are sure to bring light and guidance to anyone's inner explorations. I highly recommend it."

--Jean Benedict Raffa, Ph.D., author of The Bridge to Wholeness, Dream Theatres of the Soul, and Healing the Sacred Divide

Explore the magic and mystery of the Night with this mini deck, featuring magical concepts, mantras, rituals, and more, from award-winning author Maia Toll's The Night School. * MYSTICAL WISDOM, CONCEPTS, AND SYMBOLS FROM THE NIGHT SCHOOL: Further your magical practice with bite-sized mantras, rituals, essential magical concepts, and key symbols (Elements, Zodiac, etc.), all brought together in this oracle-style deck inspired by The Night School. * MAGICAL INSPIRATION ON THE GO: Sized to fit in the palm of your hand (approx. 2 1/2 X 3"), these miniature cards allow you to bring core magical concepts, ritual-starters, and mediations with you wherever you feel most enchanted. * FROM AUTHOR MAIA TOLL: Trusted mystical author and healer Maia Toll (The Illustrated Herbiary), draws together essential mystical knowledge in essential subjects (divination, astrology, alchemy, philosophy) in this compact deck-and-guidebook set. * BEAUTIFUL, DELUXE PACKAGE: Featuring 100 full-color cards and a 48-page paperback book (2 1/2 X 3") in a magnetic-closure carrying case, this fully-illustrated set captures the mystery and wonder of the night sky. * A PERFECT GIFT: An ideal gift or self-purchase for witches, seekers, and magic-curious practitioners.

The donkey dug his heels in and refused to move another step. The farmer, a country man who had been living off his land for many years, was frustrated and angry. The animal was refusing to move forward into the barn, fearing the strange sensation of his long ears brushing the top of the barn. He pushed and slapped the donkey's side with his straw hat, attempting to scare him forward. But the animal refused to budge another inch. The farmer had no time for such foolishness. A car was approaching the barn; likely another customer from his unattended vegetable stand out front. Drat this animal He silently pondered the situation; no wonder they called them mules The late model Mercedes came to a stop; a man who appeared to be in his mid 40's stepped out of the car, folding his suit jacket over his arm. "Hello, are you the owner of the fresh vegetable operation out front?" "If you're talking about that vegetable stand then yes, I am. I'm stuck here behind this darned animal. He's afraid to go into the barn because his ears keep clipping the top of the barn " The man, an engineer by trade, walked over to the donkey and stood looking at him quietly for a moment. "Do you have an idea as to how you can get him in?" "If I did, I wouldn't be standing here, now would I?" "Why don't we try digging a slight decline out under that doorway so his ears won't brush the top of the barn?" "Now ain't that just like a college preppie like yourself," the farmer muttered in disgust "It ain't his legs that are too long, it's his ears " And so it is with mankind; we build science fiction stories about time machines and create all kinds of complicated scenarios about time travel, many arriving at the conclusion that the people who believe in these stories are loons. We refuse to accept that there is a simple method available to every human being; one that we brought with us into our life fully equipped to use. Some may curiously examine the concept of time travel, but most simply do not believe it exists outside the big screen science fiction dramas. If it were possible and that simple, wouldn't everyone be doing it? Of course; they are.

Dreams can inspire us, frighten us, and open a new world of discovery. But interpreting our dreams is often difficult, if not impossible. Finding a reliable teacher to help us answer all the questions we have can be equally frustrating-until now.

Spiritual teacher Betty Jane Rapin believes that dreams are woven especially for you from the fabric of your life and in this essential dream workbook and study guide, she'll show you how to interpret your subconscious world. Dreams Designed by God offers a guide for those who want to actively participate in learning the intricate composition of our dreams.

With warmth and gentleness, Rapin tackles several topics as she explains how you, too, can understand your dreams. These subjects include:

• Sleep dreams
• Waking dreams
• Daydreams
• Intuitive insight
• Contemplative awareness
• Soul Exploring
• And much more

"This exceptional work by Phinehas Kinuthia is one of the most profound, practical, principle-centered approaches to the subject on fulfilling your dreams I have read in a long time. The author's approach to this timely and critical issue of leadership brings a fresh breath of air that captivates the heart, engages the mind and inspires the spirit of the reader. From Dreaming to Becoming is destined to become a classic and touch many lives." Dr. Myles Munroe BFMI International, Nassau Bahamas Are you living your best life? How would you want to live the life of your dreams for the rest of your life? Everyone dreams of becoming successful or achieving something significant in life. Our greatest challenge is taking our dreams from thoughts and wishes and making them realities. This process can be frustrating and difficult to know where to start. This must-have book offers ten unique and essential yet practical principles guaranteed to help you pursue your dreams with great passion and live the life of your dreams without limits. Discover your purpose and how to maximize your potential. Learn the secrets ordinary people take to get extraordinary results. Develop a winning attitude to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. Rekindle your passion and hope for accomplishing your dreams. Learn how to overcome your fears and take control of your life right here, right now. Create a dream action plan and start pursuing your dream with accurate precision. Phinehas Kinuthia is an international speaker, author, educator, mentor, leader, and entrepreneur. He has been a life student learning through many personal experiences. He addresses critical issues that affect individuals' spiritual and social development. His compelling story truly embodies his message that anyone can make their dreams a reality. His dream is to help other people be more, go farther, and reach higher than they ever thought possible. Phinehas and his wife, Joyce, live in Houston, Texas, and are proud parents of their daughter, Claire.