The Bachelor Down the Street
Every evening I walk or drive by the corner house on a street near to my own. And nearly every night, I manage to catch a glimpse through the front room window. The view inside is always the same; the … Read More
Every evening I walk or drive by the corner house on a street near to my own. And nearly every night, I manage to catch a glimpse through the front room window. The view inside is always the same; the … Read More
I had an asthma attack on this morning’s run. I never have asthma attacks unless I am pushing myself extremely hard physically and there is extraneous pressure that causes me to experience anxiety. I ran up the back of my … Read More
Pippi was apprehensive about going to school on Monday morning. No reason. She’s had a few bad school days (friends not acting like friends and refusing to let her join in a game). But most often, she has great school … Read More
MIndfulness can sneak up on you and surprise you, just when you think your mind is a total mind-mess. This morning, on my early morning run ( I run on a path through wilderness, on the mountain behind my home, … Read More
Every parent wants his or her children to be happy.We plan fun outings for them: to the park, to the beach, grand birthday parties and even trips to Disney Land. We love our children, shower them with hugs and kisses … Read More
She is able who thinks she is able. — Buddha My daughter Pippi recently attended the 6th Birthday party of her boyfriend, Logan. They … Read More
Inviting the Bell I piloted a Dharma class for children this weekend: CLUB ZEN. It was called Dharma Kids, but we’ve decided to rename it as many people don’t know what Dharma means. The class is now called: Club Zen: … Read More
The city I live in has very little Buddhism for children. Zero to be precise. So, this is my attempt to bring a little Dharma to the children of Kelowna. I’m not a nun or a monk, just a lay … Read More
Bayou Teche, Louisiana, USA. July, 2012 by Mix HartI chose this photo for this particular post for its serenity: a young blue heron on the bayou, amongst the graceful lotus blossoms–a true place of refuge for the mind. I had … Read More
My morning footprints on the Northwest Coast, Oregon, USA My feet. Monkey toes. Another’s footprints on the beach that morning. A teeny crab Anemone found in the Salmon River–that’s her little thumb. Northwest Pacific coastal shore Plant Northwest Pacific Coastal … Read More