We are surrounded by the constant whispering of Life's lessons, if only we would listen. From sighing forest canopies, to insistent yearnings of spurned tides patiently waiting to offer us their version of "why not try to solve it this way?" Umbrellas into Parasols, through engaging story-telling, provides unique incremental stepping stones through what can be life's muddle. Each intriguing chapter tempts readers to continue on their personal journey across the murky pond of life, where they learn how to peek beneath the surface. Discover how wisdom, creativity, optimism and dreams can happily co-exist with intellect. Written on a porch nuzzled by nature, this book is as comforting as a favourite sweater worn on a frosty evening. I provide the twigs and logs for fireside reverie and reflection- readers learn to breathe the flames into life. Join others in learning how to turn Life's Fizzle into Sizzle.