I’ll Always Walk Your Fish with You is a novel that challenges our commonly held beliefs, honors those who are not often included, and celebrates the beauty of individuals who are different from us.  Traveling from the Pacific Northwest to the islands of Hawai’i, this subtle, gentle, and sometimes playful, story about the spiritual connections that tie us together– regardless of religion or culture – takes us through one young woman’s journey of continual transformation as she confronts her own misunderstood stereotypes, redefines traditional views of relationships and family, and ultimately learns about the acceptance and ways of love.  It is a story for anyone who has ever tried to find their way in life, weaving together the common thread that runs through us all.

First Printing -- Thailand 2012 

International Release -- 2013

Check out more Fishy-related perks below, including the musical soundtrack and additional reading recommendations. Aloha!    

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"Jay's Mixed Tape"  -- the Fishy Soundtrack

1. Kali'ulaokala.....Manu Boyd & Lehua Galuteria
2. Hi’ilawe.....Gabby Pahinui
3. Stand By Me.....Tracy Chapman
4. 3 Little Birds.....Bob Marley
5. 32 Flavors.....Alana Davis
6. Blackbird.....Sarah McLachlan
7. Angel.....Ben Harper
8. Genius.....The Murmurs
9. Halleluiah.....Rufus Wainwright
10. Angel Standing By.....Jewel
11. Calling All Angels.....kd lang & Jane Siberry
12. Kanaka Waiwai.....Gabby Pahinui & Friends
13. By Your Side.....Sade
14. One of Us.....Alanis Morrisette      
15. Further In.....Greg Brown
16. Time After Time...Cyndi Lauper
17. In the Sun.....Joseph Arthur
18. Chasing Cars.....Snow Patrol
19. Animals.....Ray Montogue
20. The Sweetest Gift.....Sade
21. Picture of Jesus.....Ben Harper & Blind Boys of AL
22. Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground.....Willie Nelson
23. Water's Edge...Cyndi Lauper & Sarah McLachlan
24. Pleasure and the Pain.....Pink
25. Love is Everything.....kd Lang
26. Over the Rainbow.....IZ
27. Aloha ‘Oe.....Gabby Pahinui

 "Uncle Fred's Favorite Book" - Voices of Wisdom

"Auntie Marian's Bookshelf " -- 3 of her favorite reads

Protecting Mano -- Saving Endangered Sharks

Everyone can appreciate the fear of seeing a dorsal fin emerging from the dark waters below, especially if it's swimming nearby.  We all know the two-note soundtrack of Jaws -- "da-na, da-na".  Sadly, however, our false beliefs that these massive creatures are out to get us causes much undue harm and panic.  That in itself is unfortunate, but the more horrific damage comes from the brutal catching, butchering, and tossing of these awe-inspiring creatures for the mere enjoyment of a bowl of soup.

Sharks were part of the ocean millions of years before dinosaurs ever walked the earth, and therefore it is appalling, extremely sad, and shocking to know that the world's shark population is believed to have already declined by 90%. 

100 million sharks are slaughtered each year -- that's one shark for every 70 people on the plant... every year.  Not only is the cruelty appalling, but also the irreversible damage being done to the ecosystems -- both below and above the waves.

Several countries and organizations have taken a stand against the brutality and butchering of these marine beauties.  Awareness and education are the first steps. 

For more information about Shark Preservation, please check out the Passion section of my website.