The Way Through
A Way Through Life seems simpler if we blot out awareness of its mystery, but such a life is an impoverished one. There is a… Read More »The Way Through
The Cardinals by Elliot W. Lesser
When I walk into her apartment, into the small entranceway where she greets me, takes my coat — hugs and kisses me with agape’ affection… Read More »The Cardinals by Elliot W. Lesser
A Bite of an Apple
Holy Objects Holy objects point to wholeness, not to the literal or concrete. Icons are one example of a holy object. It is not a… Read More »A Bite of an Apple
Vanishing — Look, But Do Not Touch
Look, But Do Not Touch My friend is dying. My children no longer see me as who we brought forth together. The arrival of both… Read More »Vanishing — Look, But Do Not Touch
Learning My Self: Unnamed Art.Nomads in the Memory Arbor by Jiaoyuan Qian Yue
In the beginning… The art teacher comes on Wednesdays, one thirty to two thirty. I go to help. The table is set. At each place… Read More »Learning My Self: Unnamed Art.Nomads in the Memory Arbor by Jiaoyuan Qian Yue
Liz and Mary Mantra, Untitled Prayer, Undertow
Liz and Mary Mantra May I find the peace, the calm, the strength to let go of my craving… wanting to know, wanting to… Read More »Liz and Mary Mantra, Untitled Prayer, Undertow
Up Against a Wall: The Chairs
Up Against a Wall:The Chairs By Yao Xiang Shakya The scarf wasn’t enough to cover up David’s hollowed cheek line. It merely reminded him… Read More »Up Against a Wall: The Chairs
Koan 85 & the Vanishing Bluebird by Zhong Fen li Bao yu Di
THE MASTER Ikkyu showed his wisdom even as a child. Once he broke the precious heirloom teacup of his teacher, and was greatly upset. While… Read More »Koan 85 & the Vanishing Bluebird by Zhong Fen li Bao yu Di
Thoughts on Seeds by Chana R.
Thoughts on Seeds. By Chana R. We planted native California wildflower seeds in the dirt patch behind our rental unit last Fall. It was to… Read More »Thoughts on Seeds by Chana R.
Rejoice in Every Day
Rejoicing in everyday things is not sentimental or trite. It actually takes guts. Each time we drop our complaints and allow every day good… Read More »Rejoice in Every Day