Abhinavagupta (X-Rated or Not?)
As I get deeper into studying tantric philosophy I have taken the time to pause and reflect on how that philosophy originated and grew and who were the people offering and practicing the teachings. The tantric teachings I have received… (READ MORE)
William Penn House (Home of the Tuesday Night Group Yoga Practice)
Arugula and Green Garlic Pesto
There’s lots of arugula in the garden. Some still new enough to save for salad, some that has bolted in the heat. The cilantro is just about gone with the dry heat. The basil and parsley have gone to flower. … (READ MORE)
Blossoms Around Town
Firefly Tattoo?
I was looking at an age spot on my forearm the other day and wondered whether I should get a tattoo to cover or incorporate it. “Something small and modest, but with meaning,” I thought. “Something that would not admit… (READ MORE)
Found Exhortation (with Commentary)
This bumper sticker (on an enormous black SUV with suburban plates) is likely intended to have only a message about the current wars in which the US is engaged. I wholeheartedly support the sentiment at that level. What if we… (READ MORE)
The Photographer’s Dilemma (and “Morning Sprout Sandwich”)
At which point I put down the camera and ate. Uma turned her back and looked out the garden. Morning Spout Sandwich–whole grain toast, tahini, avocado, assorted homegrown sprouts, fresh herbs picked the moment before garnishing (dill shown here), a… (READ MORE)
Types of Theists
Do you have to be some type of theist to have a “spiritual practice” or to self-identify or belong to a particular religious group? Here are some types of theists: atheist, nontheist, monotheist, polytheist, pantheist, post-theist, modern theist (I just… (READ MORE)