Tormented Souls

About the Book

As we go through life, be it placid, peaceful, painful, or pleasurable, at every turn we take, we walk through the walls of another dimension, a spirit that seeks more, and a soul that forces us to delve deeper, reach higher, and grow stronger. We may chose to ignore, attempt to be oblivious, or simply accept at face value, an inner being that cries out for help, or seeks to give validation to our stage in life. Our battles in life take place to only reinforce our beliefs. A war needs to be won to enjoy the glory of victory. We are faced with times when our own demons and tormented conscience rear their faces. It is this that makes life precious and beauty appreciated. Be not afraid, no fight is ever lost, unless we choose to give in ourselves. Little losses make us stronger, give us new direction, and ensure an assured front of this body we call “man”. Heed your instincts, be humble to acknowledge your loved ones, especially those who love you, and do not be afraid and give up…you are all you have! You come alone and you leave alone. Amidst the mundane life of family, expectations, and personal desires, there are certain battles you still fight alone…! Each time you delve, the further you explore. As you peel back each layer, you will find yet another until you have related completely. Like an ocean bed of relief under fathoms of water, may you find yours along with profoundness in your life! Lookout for new titles… On Deaf Ears Her Voyage

About the Author

“Vine of Wealth” “Pursue your dreams unswervingly, and your dreams will come to you. – All of it. Create the desire and the way will follow.” This forms the basis for each day of my life. Shreelatha, that was the name finally chosen for me after numerous attempts of naming me after I was born. “Shree” means “wealth” in all its forms including knowledge. Shree also has an all-encompassing, auspicious dimension to it representing good fortune and prosperity. “Latha” means, “vine”. Hence, with such a name as “Vine of Wealth”, I have realized that it will take my whole life, as it was meant to be, to live up to it. Just like the ever growing vine, my direction, my future, my goal, is an on going effort to being me, identifying and fulfilling the reasons I have been placed where I am, at any given moment in time, which comprises my life. Ironically, one is mistaken if one thinks life comes easy to me. It is my innate nature that I repeatedly and unerringly always take the hard way out. It appears to make life richer, glorious, and profound all the more for it! Born as the youngest daughter of three, in Bangalore, India, my mother and father along with their ancestors form the background of everything I strive to continue to be. While, I aspire to be the immense mother, wife, and daughter that my mother is, my dear father has been the pivotal influence in my life. While, my sister Naidile (meaning “the Lily that blooms in the night when the moon comes out”) represented the perfection that I always compared myself with and set my standards to. It has been my ever sacrificing, best friend and brother, Chaithanya (meaning “Energy”), who has made my life luxurious for me to explore my dreams and acquire my desires and accomplishments. It was under my ardent intent and his encouragement that led to me leaving the shores of Southern India to come to the United States of America to pursue my higher studies, and discover myself! My strong will, fierce determination, and drive I get from both of my parents. My energy, intensity, and feverish inspirations and dreams make me who I am. Living every moment of life with a passion is the individual you see. Besides, being a perfectionist can sometimes be a drawback. My biggest fear is that there may not be adequate time in my life to bring to fruition all that I am meant to be. My love for mankind, my compassion, my simplicity, and the strange draw I appear to possess with people, from babies to the wise, keep me unwaveringly driven into the force of learning, loving, living, and giving. As tides ebb, as sure as the night follows day, as the moon waxes and wanes, so also does my soul follow my heart shadowed by my actions, my beliefs, and my standards. I can sum up my gifts in two. The drives of the self-made man that is my father. And, the poetic flow of wisdom, profoundness, and the divinity of my mother. If it my family’s wealth of understanding and knowledge that has brought me here. And, if it is my own persistence and tenacity that keeps me striving and believing. It is the rare and precious support and relationships of true friends and well wishers that sustain me and keep me from faltering during life’s inevitable trials and tribulations. Keeping life uncomplicated is a challenge. The underlying force behind me merely striving for the fundamental simplicity of life. I pray to not fall prey to the superficial turns and the duplicity that life can take. I desire to be above the mundane, to be humble yet proud, and gentle yet strong. To be adapting and accommodating, to strive towards the self-less, and to love unconditionally. I seek to forever improve, to never compromise myself, to not falter in my belief of the Power above. Most imperatively, to be true to me and all that I come in touch with. For when I die, it won’t be with a hollow soul and an empty heart! What I think, I merely put into ink! People and personal experiences are my catalysts that trigger my thoughts on paper. I want the world to experience the emotions that are all around them that they are so oblivious to! My words are meant to heighten perception, to seduce, to draw you into my realm that is in actuality truly yours. A higher level, a depth of emotion, surrounds us. Don’t be blinded to it. Acknowledge it within us, embrace it, and experience it. Allow me to capture you, captivate, and set you free…! I thrive on making a difference. For, if there is no stirring, no passionate calling, there is no longer me! Shree has also penned a saga of poems as well as being a songwriter. Currently, Shree and her husband of six years, Randy live in the outskirts of Houston, Texas, U.S.A. Recently, on the eve of Christmas they welcomed their first baby daughter together - Baby Ananyaa!