St. Francis of Assisi said many centuries ago: “A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows." Through this book I would like to be that little sunshine in your life that will drive away your shadows and introduce you to a touch of paradise.

I live on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, and love my days here. The Hawaiian Islands are truly beautiful, and her people filled with the Aloha Spirit. Here you can relax and enjoy a climate that is the most perfect in the world and free from any pollution. When I was ten years old, I dreamt I would go to a place like this. At the time my life consisted of many sorrows, too many for a little child. In my dreams, I would travel to exotic places; where I could relax on a hammock between two tall coconut trees and hear the lull of the ocean waves hitting the sandy beach while the sun would warm my heart from a clear blue sky.

Through this book we will take a journey in search for my true love, and at the same time explore some of the natural wonders that surround my life. It is my hope that you too can find strength and happiness wherever you live. The book also contains many of my best pictures, so come and take some time out for yourself. Enjoy the book, the pictures, and the timeless wisdom presented in these pages. I know you’ll be glad you did. With these words I would like to welcome you to my paradise!