State of the Garden
Cardinal eying the baby chard. I really ought to start greens inside. Ganesha looks on. The still exuberant saga in front of him was three times the size. It was not hard to find people who wanted some. I also… (READ MORE)
Altars Around Town
These devotional candles were on the fence enclosing a neighbor’s garden. I appreciate the sentiment, and am grateful and have financially supported both. I am also moved to ask why it is we put people on pedestals. Could it also… (READ MORE)
What Inspires You When You Practice Asana?
When was the last time you were moved to be in tree pose (vrksasana)?
State of the Garden
Last year I decided to bring this murti of Kuan Yin outside. I asked my neighbor if it was ok, as her parents came here from China, . My neighbor welcomed this presence in the space between our yards and… (READ MORE)
Prakasha-Vimarsha
Signs Around Town
What does it mean to be free? To feel free? To honor other people’s freedom while embracing our own?
Signs Around Town (and a Reason to Practice Asana)
A Lesson In Making Dumplings
Last Monday I had the honor and delight to be invited to a multigenerational dinner of homemade dumplings at a neighbor’s house. I was told it was customary for guests to shape a share of the dumplings; the hosts do… (READ MORE)
Shadow and Light
Samsara and effulgence.