August 21, 2024 | Beauty of Beginnings, Current Affairs
Infected by patriarchy Yesterday we visited an archaeological site that was also a Buddhist temple. I was required to cover myself completely while Tony walked in shorts and a T-shirt. As I understand Buddhism at its Source, it is not gendered at all. I did a little...
August 20, 2024 | Beauty of Beginnings, Current Affairs
This is Karma To take, just because. To take clean air from another because you want to smoke. To take a wave without consideration of anyone else. To take charge by whistling for service, as if you are the king of the Universe and the service staff are there at your...
August 19, 2024 | Beauty of Beginnings, Current Affairs, Personal Development
Swirling reflections while in Sri Lanka How to get over an aging face. Get two massive black eyes and be shocked every time you look in the mirror. Not recommended, but certainly has one get over thinner lips and a falling-down face. The rubbish and litter everywhere....
August 18, 2024 | Beauty of Beginnings, Personal Development
And the gods are laughing Just after first light we enter the surf. The routine now four days and steady. My first wave. Not fully present. Too rushed. Still dark. I get ahead of myself. I get ahead of the wave. Over the falls I go. My board flips back and hits me...
August 17, 2024 | Beauty of Beginnings, Current Affairs
Where are the women? It is rare to see women working in the front of house in hospitality in Sri Lanka. Even where we are staying, the men do the room cleaning, cooking and service. You occasionally see younger woman working behind the counter. In the traditional...
August 16, 2024 | Beauty of Beginnings, Personal Development
The next step All learning is a progression. Children stay the path, focused on where they are. Adults often expect to be further along the path and get frustrated when they are not. Patience plus commitment are key. When it is time to learn the next step, it will...
