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Ecology: of Being and Gratitude
In recent years, I have come to know and love the work of the Persian poet known as Hafiz. His poetry has been made available to us by the translations of Daniel Ladinsky. Hafiz did not write about ecology as … Continue reading
Birth: Good things seeds
The Buddha encouraged us to think of the good things done for us by our parents, by our teachers, friends, whomever; and to do this intentionally, to cultivate it, rather than just letting it happen accidentally. Ajahn Sumedho, “The Gift … Continue reading
Birth: at Home
Earlier this week a severe storm raged through this area. The rolls of thunder shook the walls and windows of my house, as the winds caused the limbs of tall trees in our yard to scrape against the outer walls … Continue reading
Advent (Joy): Twinkle Lights
Twinkle lights are the perfect metaphor for joy. Joy is not a constant. It comes to us in moments – often ordinary moments. Sometimes we miss out on the bursts of joy because we’re too busy chasing down extraordinary moments. … Continue reading
Storehouse: Giving Thanks
Every year I write the “grace” that I then speak aloud at our Thanksgiving table. I am inspired by many sources including, but not limited to Buddhist wisdom, Native American traditions, and Unitarian Universalist faith heritage. As I am composing … Continue reading
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Storehouse: Having Enough
“Enough is abundance to the wise.” ~ Euripides There is a commercial being broadcast currently for the Georgia lottery which dramatizes the absurdity of a couple who lament winning the jackpot when the prize was “only” fifteen million dollars. It … Continue reading
Storehouse: Air Meditation
What do you say when someone thanks you for something you’ve done for them? The standard English response is: “you’re welcome.” In a recent article Adam Grant challenges our thinking with other words that we might use in response. I think … Continue reading