Monthly Archives: July, 2008

The Discussion, The Precepts, and The Dojo

We all agreed we would not log the discussion from last night. It was a wonderful time and a most difficult and interesting topic to discuss. Here is the audio file that we discussed: Here is a link to that audio file : http://www.dharmapodcast.org/podpress_trac/web/81/0/dp080422.mp3 Since we don’t have a log I thought I would type [...]

Planning a Vacation – The Start of a Road Trip

Earlier this year, I took a road trip. I have mentioned it before in the blog somewhere. Basically, I rescued a friend from Illinois. She and Illinois just did not agree with one another. On that trip I did all the driving to get her back here, which is good; my friend, although not scared [...]

Sound Gardening: Making Some Noise

Nope again on the gardening. Well, I had hoped to get to the big city this weekend to take pictures at the Japanese garden but got caught up in mixing some music. So, I started working on a cover of a song by the Police. This is a “good” thing because it has been a [...]

The Middle Way (Eightfold Path) – Realistic Understanding

This is the third post of the “middle way” articles. It is only a personal exploration of the middleway; just my understanding of it. The eightfold path (the “middle way”) is described as path to the cessation of suffering or the fourth noble truth. This post will cover the subject of Right Understanding. To review, [...]

What’s So Funny ‘Bout The Police, Love, and Understanding

Just went to see Elvis Costello and the Imposters, who were opening up for The Police. What a great show. Unfortunately traffic made us miss most of the Elvis Costello set. Very disappointing because I really wanted to see him. On the ride in I wondered if the Police thought it was a strange juxtaposition [...]

Deer Crossing: The Garden is Just Not Safe!

I thought humans started early, but look at what I saw the baby dear in my yard practicing. I was all a blush… These deer are like two months old..! Where are my kitties to protect me?? This is part one of a pretty cool weekend. No, not much gardening… unless you consider freaky deer [...]

Please Note: New Schedule for Discussion Group

Quick note to those interested in the SL Buddhist Discussion Group: Please check the new discussion group schedule page: http://skillfulmeans.lotusbell.com/current-events/sl-buddhism-discussion-group-tuesday-night-6pm-pstslt/ I’m going to try to just keep this single page with the updated schedule on it. We are going to try to keep a few weeks ahead, with the idea of getting as many suggestions [...]

Smoking: Status – Not Smoking minus a pack

This happened last week.  I’m catching up on my disclosure, before I put out my weekend posts… smiles and hugs to all… – DV – But but but… I did fail again.  The thought of entering the work force made me say screw it and I bought a pack.  I finished it and quit again.  [...]

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