Life is My Teacher

Book excerpt: The journey of a lifetime begins with a single step...At nineteen-years-old, Chanutra left her small town in northern Thailand and moved to America. Hoping for a chance at a better education, the young woman found herself alone in a strange new place, with no family or friends. All she wanted was "a year to study abroad"...What she got was the adventures of a lifetime. Six years later, Chanutra lived a life she never could have imagined in her wildest dreams. She began to question her existence, and ponder the deeper implications of life. "Who Am I" and "What am I here for?" Throwing caution to the wind, she left Chicago, and jetted off to the island of Oahu. And there, she experienced an incredible realization...Life is My Teacher powerfully captures Chanutra's philosophy and thoughts on life. How to carry on, and embrace the terrors and pleasures of one young woman battle against the odds. Now, she invites readers of all ages to join her on the journey that expanded, strengthened, and ultimately brought her fulfillment.