Dr. Mamiko Odegard met her love and soul mate when Greg Odegard entered her life, at the college library. It was practically love at first sight as they were drawn to the other’s magnetism – especially to their joint sense of humor and their ability to converse so easily. Greg’s ready wit truly amazed and fascinated Mamiko. To this day, after over 38 years of marriage, she still adores and is in awe of Greg’s many ways of demonstrating daily statements and actions which speak clearly of love. Thus, this book was borne to commemorate that a true and lasting love could be as fresh, lively, and passionate as the early years together.

Dr. Odegard maintains dynamic and successful psychology and coaching practices, encompassing over 30 years of counseling, teaching, consulting, and working with a diverse population. She is also a highly entertaining and sought out speaker who has developed many workshops ranging from mindful loving to healing past wounds.