Known by colleagues and friends for his sense of humor and insight, the author tells of his personal and professional journey through life. He has discovered ways to help patients through private practice and his work in military, county, state, and federal hospitals, mental health clinics, and prisons. As Pinocchio was urged by Jiminy Cricket, so was the author directed by his conscience, to pursue truth not only in his work, but in his church as well. Nicknamed Jiminy Cricket at birth, the author hopes readers will find his life story an enjoyable adventure.

Born and raised in the Golden State, the author has been a practicing psychiatrist for the past 58 years. He continues to improve his skills to help patients as his spiritual knowledge provides him a richer understanding and a deeper insight. He lives with his beloved wife of 59 years in Northern California.