Rapid advancements in science and technology have opened imaginative, far-reaching vistas for exploration in the mind’s eye. Some transitions and transformations that come to mind may be wildly speculative...but are they? Intriguing twists in possible futures are presented in this short stories collection. Great advances are being made almost daily in understanding the human genome, and targeted gene therapies have great promise for correcting genetic defects and combating many horrendous diseases. But what if this is carried too far, as is the focus in Survival Instinct, where genetically “pure” humans dominate civilization? Life extension advances will come to pass, and possible consequences of this are highlighted in Passing Through Nirvana, Change Of Life, and other stories. The author hopes this collection of stories will provide entertainment and stimulate thoughts and discussions about choices that will decide key aspects of how our technology based future will evolve.