Different Shades of Life Before you begin reading this book, it is important to understand why it was written. Sometimes it is hard to get out of your comfort zone and imagine all of the ways that your life could have been different or changed in ways you could have never imagined. Whether it’s because of your political status, economic status, or just or natural brain chemistry, there is so much to be thankful for in this life. Someone is always dealing with a problem worse than you are and it could have easily been you based on different choices you made, or your parents made. When you read through this book, I hope that it reminds you that your situation isn’t so bad. Put on a filter every once in a while, and think about how different your life could have been. Daydream about being rich, but think abouthow lucky you are to have the things that you do as well. Deyton Spears Short Stories Have you ever wondered what it feels like to wake up to the scorching sun of the Far East; in the dusty deserts of Abu Dhabi? Or the experience of a chilling night behind bars in the far southern town of Cape Town. Have you ever hear of the ghosts that visit you at night; giving you stern instructions? There is a lot going on out there and people face different situations in life. Through this book, you will get a feel of these different scenarios from different parts of the world. Every chapter exhibits a different life, a different situation in a different setting. Life is complicated but beautiful. It can be very tough largely depending on choices and situations. Realizing that someone is always dealing with a problem worse than you are and it could have easily been you based on different choices you made, or your parents made. The scope of this book therefore serves to remind you how life is or can be depending on the different situations that life have to offer. Happy reading!