Opened randomly the beautiful book "Devotions", by Mary Oliver , to read this poem: The Buddha's Last Instruction by Mary Oliver “Make of yourself a light,” said the Buddha, before he died. I think of this every morning as the east begins to tear off its many clouds of darkness, to send up the first signal -- a white fan streaked with pink and violet, even green. An old man, he lay down between two sala trees, and he might have said anything, knowing it was his final hour. Th

I'm enjoying reading the book "Yoga for Pain Relief". Here are a few quotes that I love: ..."Finally, rest your hands anywhere that is comfortable. Notice the full movement of the breath in and out of the body and the full movement of the body as you breathe. Notice the sensations of each breath in and each breath out. This is your connection to life sustaining energy. All you need to do is welcome it. By devoting your attention to the breath, you give your body permission to

Thanks to Donna, who sent me this wonderful text, from the book Every Day Spirit , by Mary Davis Perfect Abundance Meditation from January 6, Every Day Spirit by Mary Davis Gratitude makes sweet miracles of small moments. Slow down a little. Notice more. Breathe is all in. Give thanks. We are rich with gifts, right where we are, when we begin this day with a grateful heart. Today, let's register the sight of natural beauty and linger over small moments of tea and frien

This is the poem that wanted to be read on the last night of 2025, and first morning of 2026. Thanks to all those who participated in today's practice, so grateful for our sangha and for each one of you. Welcome 2026, I'm ready for you! There are guides who can show you the way. Use them. But they will not satisfy your longing. Keep wanting that connection with all your pulsing energy. The throbbing vein will take you further than any thinking. ... Observe the wonders as they