Author: Peter Anthony Barbieri
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532004656
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
Peter Barbieris final novel in his trilogy continues with EMILY MADDINGs journal; in it, Emily documents PALE-MOONs narration of life in her [Pale-Moon] ninth-century Native American village. Pale-Moons connection to Emily, a woman living in the nineteenth century, enables the two women to dream-travel to each others time-band. Thus begins a celestial relationship that endures for centuries. Emily frequently dream-travels to the ninth-century village and is present during the birth and much of the subsequent twenty-year life of Pale-Moons nephew TEH-GHUT-SA. The narration recounts the periods during which Teh-Ghut-Sa undertakes two vision quests: the first at age thirteen; the second at age twenty. As events unfold, an imbalance in the interstellar positive-negative polarity develops. Emilyher ability to dream-travel to time-bands within the past, present, and futurereveals several possibilities that would result if the balance tips in favor of the negative polarity. If the imbalance were to progress unaltered, mayhem and death would result. When Teh-Ghut-Sa, age twenty, returns from his second vision quest, he becomes the target of a negative-polarity plot. The confrontation's eventual outcome will affect the lives of all beings residing in the known universe. A more immediate consequence: the stream of consciousness that had given rise to the mind-consciousness of many village inhabitants would be obliterated, along with the lives of those connected to it.
The Purple Sky Book Two
Author: Peter Anthony Barbieri
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532004656
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
Peter Barbieris final novel in his trilogy continues with EMILY MADDINGs journal; in it, Emily documents PALE-MOONs narration of life in her [Pale-Moon] ninth-century Native American village. Pale-Moons connection to Emily, a woman living in the nineteenth century, enables the two women to dream-travel to each others time-band. Thus begins a celestial relationship that endures for centuries. Emily frequently dream-travels to the ninth-century village and is present during the birth and much of the subsequent twenty-year life of Pale-Moons nephew TEH-GHUT-SA. The narration recounts the periods during which Teh-Ghut-Sa undertakes two vision quests: the first at age thirteen; the second at age twenty. As events unfold, an imbalance in the interstellar positive-negative polarity develops. Emilyher ability to dream-travel to time-bands within the past, present, and futurereveals several possibilities that would result if the balance tips in favor of the negative polarity. If the imbalance were to progress unaltered, mayhem and death would result. When Teh-Ghut-Sa, age twenty, returns from his second vision quest, he becomes the target of a negative-polarity plot. The confrontation's eventual outcome will affect the lives of all beings residing in the known universe. A more immediate consequence: the stream of consciousness that had given rise to the mind-consciousness of many village inhabitants would be obliterated, along with the lives of those connected to it.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532004656
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
Peter Barbieris final novel in his trilogy continues with EMILY MADDINGs journal; in it, Emily documents PALE-MOONs narration of life in her [Pale-Moon] ninth-century Native American village. Pale-Moons connection to Emily, a woman living in the nineteenth century, enables the two women to dream-travel to each others time-band. Thus begins a celestial relationship that endures for centuries. Emily frequently dream-travels to the ninth-century village and is present during the birth and much of the subsequent twenty-year life of Pale-Moons nephew TEH-GHUT-SA. The narration recounts the periods during which Teh-Ghut-Sa undertakes two vision quests: the first at age thirteen; the second at age twenty. As events unfold, an imbalance in the interstellar positive-negative polarity develops. Emilyher ability to dream-travel to time-bands within the past, present, and futurereveals several possibilities that would result if the balance tips in favor of the negative polarity. If the imbalance were to progress unaltered, mayhem and death would result. When Teh-Ghut-Sa, age twenty, returns from his second vision quest, he becomes the target of a negative-polarity plot. The confrontation's eventual outcome will affect the lives of all beings residing in the known universe. A more immediate consequence: the stream of consciousness that had given rise to the mind-consciousness of many village inhabitants would be obliterated, along with the lives of those connected to it.
The Long and the Short of It
Author: Peter Anthony Barbieri
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532040172
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
What does it mean to have a personality that is slightly skewed? I am not speaking of a personality that throughout its earthly tenure exhibits qualities of excess, be they psychosomatic, psychotic, delusional, or narcissistic; I am speaking of a personality that on occasion, given the depth of emotional entrapment, takes matters to the edge of predictable behavior and beyond, thus shedding light on the darkness lurking within. Although these qualities might, at times, apply to some or all of the main characters here, they primarily serve as the necessary, yet impure, ingredients for the alchemists journey; as such, they point out the twists and turns of hints and allusions, the oddness of the plots, and, of course, the suggestion of larger, more intangible issues. In The Long and the Short of It, character impuritiesand our rigorous attempt to sublimate and repress themare subtle reminders of the cosmic hoop through which we jump to keep our world ordered and sane.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1532040172
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
What does it mean to have a personality that is slightly skewed? I am not speaking of a personality that throughout its earthly tenure exhibits qualities of excess, be they psychosomatic, psychotic, delusional, or narcissistic; I am speaking of a personality that on occasion, given the depth of emotional entrapment, takes matters to the edge of predictable behavior and beyond, thus shedding light on the darkness lurking within. Although these qualities might, at times, apply to some or all of the main characters here, they primarily serve as the necessary, yet impure, ingredients for the alchemists journey; as such, they point out the twists and turns of hints and allusions, the oddness of the plots, and, of course, the suggestion of larger, more intangible issues. In The Long and the Short of It, character impuritiesand our rigorous attempt to sublimate and repress themare subtle reminders of the cosmic hoop through which we jump to keep our world ordered and sane.
Tales Under a Purple Sky
Author: Amelie Novak
Publisher: via tolino media
ISBN: 3759273688
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
"Tales Under a Purple Sky, Did you happen to know? I love the sky as much as I love you" is a deeply emotional and poetic collection of stories that intertwines love, nature, and the infinite beauty of the universe. Each tale is a delicate exploration of the human experience, revealing the connections between the sky, the natural world, and the complex emotions that shape our relationships. With a lyrical and introspective tone, this book invites readers to journey through landscapes both earthly and celestial, where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur and where love becomes a force that transcends time and space. The title itself evokes a sense of awe and longing—"Purple Sky" symbolizes the boundless horizon of the heart, a place where dreams, hopes, and emotions converge under a vast and unending canvas. Throughout the book, the sky serves as a mirror for the internal world of the characters, reflecting their desires, grief, joys, and moments of epiphany. Whether it’s the calming glow of a sunset or the depth of a starry night, the sky becomes a metaphor for the mysteries of love and the eternal questions that arise when one is deeply in love with both the world and another person. The collection is structured around interwoven stories, each one standing alone but connected by the recurring imagery of the purple sky. These tales unfold in different settings, from the quiet solitude of a countryside evening to the bustling energy of city nights. However, in every setting, the sky remains a constant presence—sometimes as a source of comfort, at other times as a symbol of distance and longing. These stories delve into themes of yearning, loss, and discovery, where characters often find themselves contemplating their place in the world, their relationships, and the beauty that surrounds them. In one story, two souls, separated by time and space, find solace in the same sunset, their thoughts intertwined under the same vast sky despite the miles that lie between them. In another, a character grapples with the painful realities of love, only to find healing in the quiet moments of watching the stars. The sky becomes the backdrop for intimate reflections on life, offering peace in times of uncertainty and clarity in moments of confusion. Each tale, though unique in its setting and characters, invites the reader to consider the transcendental nature of love—a love that stretches as far as the eye can see and yet, somehow, ...
Publisher: via tolino media
ISBN: 3759273688
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
"Tales Under a Purple Sky, Did you happen to know? I love the sky as much as I love you" is a deeply emotional and poetic collection of stories that intertwines love, nature, and the infinite beauty of the universe. Each tale is a delicate exploration of the human experience, revealing the connections between the sky, the natural world, and the complex emotions that shape our relationships. With a lyrical and introspective tone, this book invites readers to journey through landscapes both earthly and celestial, where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur and where love becomes a force that transcends time and space. The title itself evokes a sense of awe and longing—"Purple Sky" symbolizes the boundless horizon of the heart, a place where dreams, hopes, and emotions converge under a vast and unending canvas. Throughout the book, the sky serves as a mirror for the internal world of the characters, reflecting their desires, grief, joys, and moments of epiphany. Whether it’s the calming glow of a sunset or the depth of a starry night, the sky becomes a metaphor for the mysteries of love and the eternal questions that arise when one is deeply in love with both the world and another person. The collection is structured around interwoven stories, each one standing alone but connected by the recurring imagery of the purple sky. These tales unfold in different settings, from the quiet solitude of a countryside evening to the bustling energy of city nights. However, in every setting, the sky remains a constant presence—sometimes as a source of comfort, at other times as a symbol of distance and longing. These stories delve into themes of yearning, loss, and discovery, where characters often find themselves contemplating their place in the world, their relationships, and the beauty that surrounds them. In one story, two souls, separated by time and space, find solace in the same sunset, their thoughts intertwined under the same vast sky despite the miles that lie between them. In another, a character grapples with the painful realities of love, only to find healing in the quiet moments of watching the stars. The sky becomes the backdrop for intimate reflections on life, offering peace in times of uncertainty and clarity in moments of confusion. Each tale, though unique in its setting and characters, invites the reader to consider the transcendental nature of love—a love that stretches as far as the eye can see and yet, somehow, ...
Dark Passions Book Two
Author: Susan Wright
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471107582
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
Intendent Kira, now Overseer for the entire Klingon-Cardassian Alliance, has entered into a dangerous liaison with Annika Hansen, unaware that Hansen is actually an agent of the Obsidian Order, with instructions to kill Kira when the time is right. But her treacherous partner is not the only threat the Intendent faces. Both Deanna Troi, sadistic mistress of Regent Worf, and B'Elanna Torres, the half-human Intendent of the Sol System, are wary of Kira's unquenchable ambition, and would gladly see her deposed...or worse. With its dramatically different portrayal of familiar characters in a universe 'gone wrong', the Mirror Universe setting has fascinated Star Trek fans since its very first incarnation in the original series episode 'Mirror, Mirror'. Now Susan Wright's two-part crossover sequence takes much-loved alternate-world characters from Star Trek Deep Space Nine - Intendent Kira and Regent Worf amongst them - and gives them new opponents, as characters from Voyager and The Next Generation also find their way into a universe turned upside down.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471107582
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
Intendent Kira, now Overseer for the entire Klingon-Cardassian Alliance, has entered into a dangerous liaison with Annika Hansen, unaware that Hansen is actually an agent of the Obsidian Order, with instructions to kill Kira when the time is right. But her treacherous partner is not the only threat the Intendent faces. Both Deanna Troi, sadistic mistress of Regent Worf, and B'Elanna Torres, the half-human Intendent of the Sol System, are wary of Kira's unquenchable ambition, and would gladly see her deposed...or worse. With its dramatically different portrayal of familiar characters in a universe 'gone wrong', the Mirror Universe setting has fascinated Star Trek fans since its very first incarnation in the original series episode 'Mirror, Mirror'. Now Susan Wright's two-part crossover sequence takes much-loved alternate-world characters from Star Trek Deep Space Nine - Intendent Kira and Regent Worf amongst them - and gives them new opponents, as characters from Voyager and The Next Generation also find their way into a universe turned upside down.
Purple Sky Survivalist: Growing Up a Victim of Illusions
Author: Deborah Kinisky
Publisher: Lachesis Publishing Inc
ISBN: 099492710X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
The upbringing of a child should be done with tender affection because the possibilities for the future are endless. Yes, there will be challenges along the way, but every human life must be nurtured and cherished. Now, imagine a little girl with a loving family; perhaps one that is a little idealistic but one that we all hope for. A mother who teaches her daughter that anything is possible, mentors her as she transitions through life and provides her with the ‘something old, something new, something blue’ on her wedding day. A father who loves his little girl and treasures her for her curiosity to learn, encourages her to challenge stereotypes and teaches his daughter about how young men should behave in the early dating scene and throughout a strong marriage. Where siblings squabble and grow to appreciate one another. A family who has the glue that keeps them balanced in times of instability because of their deep love for one another. I wish this was Deborah’s story. It is not. What is amazing about this story, is that regardless of Deborah’s horrific childhood and a lack of strong role models, Deborah has learned from her own journey.
Publisher: Lachesis Publishing Inc
ISBN: 099492710X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
The upbringing of a child should be done with tender affection because the possibilities for the future are endless. Yes, there will be challenges along the way, but every human life must be nurtured and cherished. Now, imagine a little girl with a loving family; perhaps one that is a little idealistic but one that we all hope for. A mother who teaches her daughter that anything is possible, mentors her as she transitions through life and provides her with the ‘something old, something new, something blue’ on her wedding day. A father who loves his little girl and treasures her for her curiosity to learn, encourages her to challenge stereotypes and teaches his daughter about how young men should behave in the early dating scene and throughout a strong marriage. Where siblings squabble and grow to appreciate one another. A family who has the glue that keeps them balanced in times of instability because of their deep love for one another. I wish this was Deborah’s story. It is not. What is amazing about this story, is that regardless of Deborah’s horrific childhood and a lack of strong role models, Deborah has learned from her own journey.
A Handful of Purple Sky
Author: Mridula Bajpai
Publisher: Amaryllis - an imprint of Manjul Publishing House
ISBN: 9390924596
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
When faced with adversity, human beings can either break, or rise from the ashes. A Handful of Purple Sky is the story of a resilient woman who, despite waking up one morning to the terrible news that she had breast cancer, not only fought her fears and apprehensions, but also the illness, to emerge stronger and more determined in the end. The journey, however, was not an easy one. In the September of 2017, Mridula Bajpai was diagnosed with Stage 2b breast cancer. Before she could comprehend what was unfolding around her, she had to be up and about, getting all kinds of tests done, meeting doctors, trying to understand the challenge life had suddenly thrown her way. In the hustle and bustle that was life, the news of the illness came as a shock. What followed, were months of gruelling cancer treatment. Mridula was left shattered and broken, with the powerful drugs taking a toll on her body – the side effects were many and scary. Mridula believes that the glass of life is always full and never empty. A Handful of Purple Sky traverses the journey called life, when it brings you at a crossroad, and you can only take one quick decision: to fight, fight and fight till you emerge victorious.
Publisher: Amaryllis - an imprint of Manjul Publishing House
ISBN: 9390924596
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
When faced with adversity, human beings can either break, or rise from the ashes. A Handful of Purple Sky is the story of a resilient woman who, despite waking up one morning to the terrible news that she had breast cancer, not only fought her fears and apprehensions, but also the illness, to emerge stronger and more determined in the end. The journey, however, was not an easy one. In the September of 2017, Mridula Bajpai was diagnosed with Stage 2b breast cancer. Before she could comprehend what was unfolding around her, she had to be up and about, getting all kinds of tests done, meeting doctors, trying to understand the challenge life had suddenly thrown her way. In the hustle and bustle that was life, the news of the illness came as a shock. What followed, were months of gruelling cancer treatment. Mridula was left shattered and broken, with the powerful drugs taking a toll on her body – the side effects were many and scary. Mridula believes that the glass of life is always full and never empty. A Handful of Purple Sky traverses the journey called life, when it brings you at a crossroad, and you can only take one quick decision: to fight, fight and fight till you emerge victorious.
The Purple Sky
Author: Peter Anthony Swiderski
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1450287190
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
PETER BARBIERIS mesmerizing Book One of his trilogy depicts the resentment, suspicion, and intrigue that direct the lives of one Native American family living in North America prior to the European invasion. Book One begins with the birth of a son and ends with two brothers fi ght-to-the-death. The Purple Sky is an account of EMILY MADDINGs (b. 1765, d. 1857) dreamvisits to a small Native American village. In a manner most mysterious and uncanny, Emily lives the life of PALE-MOON, one of the villages women. Emily defi nes her relationship with Pale-Moon in this way: It is as if I am here now, on the tenth of January, 1806, sitting at my desk, living a life as wife and mother a life with a memory, history, and a fancied future and yet I am vaguely aware of a ubiquitous presence hovering in an indefi nable space; a presence that connects me to all that has been and to all that will be. In so far as the Native American woman is concerned, Emily is her ubiquitous presence, and she [Pale-Moon] is to a certain extent aware of it. Through Emily, Pale-Moon narrates the compelling story of her peoples struggle to maintain a harmonious existence within a world teetering on the brink of transfi guration. BARBIERIS previous works of fictionTales From the Soft Underbelly of Confusion, a collection of short stories, and Tree Of Dreams, a novelwere published by iuiverse in 2007 and 2009 respectively. Peter Barbieri received his doctorate in Music Composition from the University of Colorado, Boulder. He completed his post-doctoral studies with Luciano Berio in Florence, Italy. For the past twenty-fi ve years, Barbieri has been touring the United States and Europe as pianist/ accompanist for the Nancy Spanier Dance Company. Currently, Dr. Barbieri is the executive director of the ijamjazz summer jazz camp in Bonefro, Italy and teaches Jazz Th eory and Improvisation in Boulder, Colorado.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1450287190
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
PETER BARBIERIS mesmerizing Book One of his trilogy depicts the resentment, suspicion, and intrigue that direct the lives of one Native American family living in North America prior to the European invasion. Book One begins with the birth of a son and ends with two brothers fi ght-to-the-death. The Purple Sky is an account of EMILY MADDINGs (b. 1765, d. 1857) dreamvisits to a small Native American village. In a manner most mysterious and uncanny, Emily lives the life of PALE-MOON, one of the villages women. Emily defi nes her relationship with Pale-Moon in this way: It is as if I am here now, on the tenth of January, 1806, sitting at my desk, living a life as wife and mother a life with a memory, history, and a fancied future and yet I am vaguely aware of a ubiquitous presence hovering in an indefi nable space; a presence that connects me to all that has been and to all that will be. In so far as the Native American woman is concerned, Emily is her ubiquitous presence, and she [Pale-Moon] is to a certain extent aware of it. Through Emily, Pale-Moon narrates the compelling story of her peoples struggle to maintain a harmonious existence within a world teetering on the brink of transfi guration. BARBIERIS previous works of fictionTales From the Soft Underbelly of Confusion, a collection of short stories, and Tree Of Dreams, a novelwere published by iuiverse in 2007 and 2009 respectively. Peter Barbieri received his doctorate in Music Composition from the University of Colorado, Boulder. He completed his post-doctoral studies with Luciano Berio in Florence, Italy. For the past twenty-fi ve years, Barbieri has been touring the United States and Europe as pianist/ accompanist for the Nancy Spanier Dance Company. Currently, Dr. Barbieri is the executive director of the ijamjazz summer jazz camp in Bonefro, Italy and teaches Jazz Th eory and Improvisation in Boulder, Colorado.
Survivalist to Thrivalist: One Woman's Journey
Author: Deborah Kinisky
Publisher: Blue Sky Thrivalist Services
ISBN: 0994927142
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Deborah Kinisky is thriving. When you read her story, you may at times wonder how. Deborah's "Purple Sky" analogy which is presented in the first book "Purple Sky Survivalist " is interesting and thought provoking. It also lays a good groundwork for the story ahead. Deborah candidly shares her life with a matter-of-factness that takes you off guard. There are events that are at times disturbing and presented just as a day like any other, demonstrating how normalizing atrocious behavior can lead children to grow up with a distorted view of the world. There are moments of humor that will make you laugh out loud. You will question your own view of normal. It's in these moments of questioning and self-analysis that you'll find the truths of your life, as well as the falsehoods. Only by sorting the truth from the lies you can find your own blue skies. "Survivalist to Thrivalist - One Woman's Journey" shows you how Deborah finds her blue skies and became a thrivalist. Her stories will help lead you to your own truths, and help you to thrive. The journey to blue skies is possible for us all and as Deborah shows us, it's worth the trip. Debra Burns BA BEd - Woman, Daughter, Mother.
Publisher: Blue Sky Thrivalist Services
ISBN: 0994927142
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Deborah Kinisky is thriving. When you read her story, you may at times wonder how. Deborah's "Purple Sky" analogy which is presented in the first book "Purple Sky Survivalist " is interesting and thought provoking. It also lays a good groundwork for the story ahead. Deborah candidly shares her life with a matter-of-factness that takes you off guard. There are events that are at times disturbing and presented just as a day like any other, demonstrating how normalizing atrocious behavior can lead children to grow up with a distorted view of the world. There are moments of humor that will make you laugh out loud. You will question your own view of normal. It's in these moments of questioning and self-analysis that you'll find the truths of your life, as well as the falsehoods. Only by sorting the truth from the lies you can find your own blue skies. "Survivalist to Thrivalist - One Woman's Journey" shows you how Deborah finds her blue skies and became a thrivalist. Her stories will help lead you to your own truths, and help you to thrive. The journey to blue skies is possible for us all and as Deborah shows us, it's worth the trip. Debra Burns BA BEd - Woman, Daughter, Mother.
Sybil, Or, The Two Nations
Author: Benjamin Earl of Beaconsfield Disraeli
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Sybil Or the Two Nations by Benjamin Disraeli, the earl of Beaconsfield, is about the Chartists' attempt to secure more rights for the working class during the mid-to-late 19th century. Excerpt: "I'll take the odds against Caravan." "In poneys?" "Done." And Lord Milford, a young noble, entered in his book the bet which he had just made with Mr. Latour, a grey-headed member of the Jockey Club. It was the eve of the Derby of 1837. In a vast and golden saloon, that in its decorations would have become, and in its splendor would not have disgraced, Versailles in the days of the grand monarch, were assembled many whose hearts beat at the thought of the morrow, and whose brains still labored to control its fortunes to their advantage."
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Sybil Or the Two Nations by Benjamin Disraeli, the earl of Beaconsfield, is about the Chartists' attempt to secure more rights for the working class during the mid-to-late 19th century. Excerpt: "I'll take the odds against Caravan." "In poneys?" "Done." And Lord Milford, a young noble, entered in his book the bet which he had just made with Mr. Latour, a grey-headed member of the Jockey Club. It was the eve of the Derby of 1837. In a vast and golden saloon, that in its decorations would have become, and in its splendor would not have disgraced, Versailles in the days of the grand monarch, were assembled many whose hearts beat at the thought of the morrow, and whose brains still labored to control its fortunes to their advantage."
The Pink & Purple Sky
Author: Nur Ezmien Mohd Yatim
Publisher: Partridge Publishing Singapore
ISBN: 1543771327
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
“I’m sorry to have to break this to you. Mr Selamat, it is cancer.” Just a week after the initial scan, the doctor at the ENT Centre at Singapore General Hospital, sadly broke the news. I went blank for like 3 minutes. Just how does 1 react to this? What does a wife typically do? What does a mother of 5 generally do? Do I start bawling now? Do I start thinking of the worst? Do I start researching all sorts of remedy? Do I ask the doctor to check his notes again? How should I be feeling? At first, I thought, where did I go wrong in the simplest job of taking care of my Husband? Why didn’t I ask him to get that little lump on his neck checked before it grew? Wives carry with us such responsibility that it is just unthinkable how things could go wrong. On that day, he began his life as our cancer Warrior. And I became a caregiver.
Publisher: Partridge Publishing Singapore
ISBN: 1543771327
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
“I’m sorry to have to break this to you. Mr Selamat, it is cancer.” Just a week after the initial scan, the doctor at the ENT Centre at Singapore General Hospital, sadly broke the news. I went blank for like 3 minutes. Just how does 1 react to this? What does a wife typically do? What does a mother of 5 generally do? Do I start bawling now? Do I start thinking of the worst? Do I start researching all sorts of remedy? Do I ask the doctor to check his notes again? How should I be feeling? At first, I thought, where did I go wrong in the simplest job of taking care of my Husband? Why didn’t I ask him to get that little lump on his neck checked before it grew? Wives carry with us such responsibility that it is just unthinkable how things could go wrong. On that day, he began his life as our cancer Warrior. And I became a caregiver.