<p>When an individual wants to have personal experiences with the Divine, he or she may find a spiritual teacher, or teaching, to help in the quest. The well-known 13th century Persian poet, Rumi, found a beloved spiritual teacher in the person of Shams of Tabriz, a wandering dervish and Godman. Their spiritual relationship was dynamic, mutually fruitful and life-changing. As the saying goes: <em>When the student is ready, the Master appears. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</em></p><p>The author of this book had also been seeking. Beyond the illusions and troubles of the world &ndash; both material and psychic &ndash; she yearned for something more. Exactly what, was somewhat indefinable:&nbsp; an inner connection, a true purpose, joy, meaning, inner peace, love in its most sacrosanct sense, and a freedom beyond all limitations. What part <em>did</em> she play in the grand scheme of things?&nbsp; Who was she <em>really</em>? About the time she discovered the poems of Rumi, she found a spiritual teacher and teaching which initiated a journey and a spiritual adventure. The journey is a work in progress. Like everyone&rsquo;s, it embraces a lot:&nbsp; challenges, success, loss, joy, tears, lessons and relationships of many kinds&nbsp;&ndash; the raw material of life.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p>This collection reflects moments of realization, transformation, ecstasy, love, surrender, weakness and strength along a spiritual path filled with human and spiritual experiences &ndash; one Soul&rsquo;s journey along an illuminated way. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>