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Differences – Simile of Herbs – Lotus Sutra – January 4, 2020
“Suppose the various trees and grasses… including herbs growing in the thickets, forests, mountains, ravines, and valleys, on the ground, and by the rivers – All these plants being different in names and forms – Were covered with a dark cloud, and then watered by a rainfall at the same time. “ Simile of Herbs…
Ritual and Music – August 17, 2012 Meditation
The following post was contributed by Brian McGuire a member practicing in Connecticut. Ritual and Music In life, we use rituals and music to achieve well-being and experience meaning. For example, rituals we are taught from childhood include washing our hands, covering our mouth when we sneeze, brushing our teeth, and bathing. A parent will…
Storms – April 27, 2012 Meditation
Storms Emotions come on like big storms. They rage in us sometimes as fiercely as a hurricane. Sometimes we can get so hurt, or so mad, or so despairing that it may not be possible to see anything else. Storms may rage, but they eventually pass, and so too will our emotions. Emotions come and…
“A man should wear trousers at navel level, not be…
“A man should wear trousers at navel level, not below it.” goodreads.com/quotes/7457949…
“Emily Post’s Etiquette was the most requested boo…
“Emily Post’s Etiquette was the most requested book by G.I.s during World War II.” goodreads.com/quotes/7457939…
“Unfortunately, many modern men place the gentlema…
“Unfortunately, many modern men place the gentleman on the sissy end of the manliness spectrum, opposite that of … goodreads.com/quotes/7457935…
RT @GouletPens: In February, the writing world cel…
RT @GouletPens: In February, the writing world celebrates #InCoWriMo!✉️✒️??Find out how to participate here: bit.ly/InCoWriMo https://t.co/IYSTe6lQXU
