How I learned about GOD from my DOG
A Tribute to TinkerBelle
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Different Levels of Consciousness This book has been manifested into the world because there once lived a dog I called TinkerBelle. She was my beloved mini-schnauzer, a faithful companion for ten years. We lived in the quaint town of Los Gatos, California. During that period, I was immersed in the fast-paced world of high technology in Silicon Valley. My mind was fully consumed by thoughts of work and survival. TinkerBelle was more than just a pet. She served as a guiding light, illuminating my path toward enlightenment. Through her, I uncovered something far greater than ordinary human existence. I learned a different way to live that provided peace, happiness and a simpler way of life. I often shared stories with my friends about the interactions between TinkerBelle and me. I contemplated her relationship to me as a potential reflection of my relationship with a Higher Power. By observing TinkerBelle as my pet, my child, I came to realize my own role as a child of something greater than myself—something many people call God. This book is not about religion. Rather, it is about human life, soul awakening, spiritual awareness and a more harmonious life. Since God exists beyond human consciousness and beyond human comprehension, God is difficult to explain with words, difficult to be named, and difficult if not impossible to understand. We are a part of a vast consciousness that we can sense. We possess an innate awareness of it. We experience it, but as humans our understanding is limited to our human level of consciousness, just as a dog’s understanding is limited to a dog's level of consciousness. TinkerBelle did not know I am a human being. The realm of humanity is beyond a dog’s comprehension. As I observed this contrast about TinkerBelle, a dog, and myself, a human, I began to recognize a power that surpasses human comprehension. I can never truly fathom or imagine the vastness of this Greater Existence. Assigning human traits to a Higher Power, to God, is like TinkerBelle giving dog traits to me! Tinker thinks I'm a dog, you see. She resides in the world of dogs; she understands nothing else beyond a dog’s intelligence. Humans understand nothing beyond human intelligence, but we can know something else exists. For some, the realization that something greater is at work in our lives occurs spontaneously, for others, it gradually dawns over time. We no longer dismiss things as mere coincidences, or as being in the right place at the right time, or as just plain luck. As we begin to ponder if there are no coincidences, we begin to catch glimpses into a greater, expanded consciousness. We learn how to pay close attention to the events unfolding in our lives. When we learn how to listen, we are able to make better choices for ourselves. For those reading this book, know that it has been written for you.
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It’s indeed intriguing why someone who doesn't enjoy reading or writing would decide to author a book. It seems unlikely for someone with no prior experience or desire to write a book would choose to publish one. Yet, perhaps there's a profound underlying reason behind such a choice. This book invites us to ponder if there's something beyond the ordinary human experience at work within us. It prompts us to consider the possibility of a deeper connection guiding our paths. It could be that the message in this book is meant to be read by the person who is holding this book in their hands and is reading this right now.
About the Author
Evelyn L. Butcher grew up in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. After receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in mathematics, she taught high school math in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Her academic journey continued with a Master’s Degree in mathematics, complemented by studies in computer science at the University of Denver. During the next twenty-five years, she had a career in management at technology startups in California’s Silicon Valley. Evelyn garnered a series of promotions and awards for creating innovative marketing and sales programs that drove revenue growth for computer companies. Beyond her professional endeavors, she volunteered in organizations promoting math and science among young women and disadvantaged students. Her commitment was acknowledged with a Volunteer of the Year award from San Jose State University’s Math, Engineering, and Science Achievement (MESA) program. Remarkably, despite a dislike for reading and writing, and a preference for numbers over words, Evelyn found herself compelled to author a book. She firmly believes the book itself came through her from a transcendent source, and she felt responsible to bring it into earthly form. Evelyn shares a special bond with dogs. She adopted several furry companions and fostered rescue dogs as well. She enjoys skiing, hiking and other outdoor activities in Colorado where she lives.