Mission Accomplished!
Two days ago I received a call from the printers of my book who invited me to take a look at the finished product before they began mass producing the work. I sat at a private table and patiently went through the almost 400 pages and was very happy with the way the charts, diagrams, and text turned out. Aside from a few minor details that were quickly addressed, I was pleased with the results. When I stepped outside I looked toward the sky and breathed a huge sigh of relief and thought to myself " Wow ! Mission Accomplished!"
It reminded me of the days I used to run 15 miles in the hot summer sun and by mile 14 I was sure I was gonna die. Every step seemed like a hundred yards and took every ounce of energy I had. I would never quit though, and by the time I finished my 15 mile run my legs felt like rubber poles. The feeling however, was incredible. A big relief. A spiritual high unparalleled to anything I could have imagined. That's why I never needed to drink or do drugs...I got high from running.
The completion of "The Luo Shu Oracle" is a satisfying accomplishment in my life and took more energy than THREE of my 15 mile runs. I am drained, but the 'high' is indescribable. All the time, energy, efforts, and sacrifices that went into the writing of the book has left me a bit exhausted and I will gladly spend a little time lying in the sun and walking in the park. I will be relaxing for a month or so before going on the road and fulfilling my obligations to certain individuals who have scheduled some book signings and promotional tours. I am hoping it is in my destiny to be able to circulate the book to many interested in metaphysics. The book is not for me. Almost all the proceeds from my book will be given away. My greatest joy will be in making a contribution in the field of Chinese metaphysics. A contribution created from many years of study.......a study and learning of true passion and bliss.