A vase is also a drinking vessel, is also a weapon, is also a home to a fish or spider. A table is also a chair, or a bed to lie on. A flower is also food, or an allergen…
The grand illusion
Tag: love
My last day
Today I thought about how I would view this day if it were my last day on earth. How important this day would be, right! And then it occurred to me, what if in fact yesterday were my last day?…
My most difficult person
At a recent service at Blue Lotus Temple, the dhamma discussion was led my one of the sangha members. It was very inspirational, honest, candid and filled with personal insights and observations that I think everyone benefited from hearing. At…
Glinda, the good witch
Really, a good witch? A witch is a believed to posses supernatural powers and practice sorcery. So I don’t see there being an option of good or bad. If you subscribe to witchcraft, then this post may not be for…
Far away friends
Not only do I have children and grandchildren that live far way from me, but I also have many dear friends who have recently moved away. And I quickly realize how this physical separation is similar to loved ones that…