Brampton, Ontario
A Monk’s Saturday
I actually enjoyed doing more of those
priestly-type duties today, such as attending a home blessing where I gave a
message to the family and invitees. I
also visited a young couple’s home along with their newborn, Manjari. A baby blessing.
There was also a spontaneous sanga, home visit. It’s been two years since I last visited
them. A pleasant obligation.
Also I attended a set meeting. One congregation had an issue with a member
and a number of us sat to discuss, resolve and care for all concerned. That was a very wholesome exercise and it was
an opportunity for everyone to grow.
So, I travelled some turf, some distance,
to get to the various destinations, but, unfortunately, none of it was executed
with leg power. I was driven
everywhere. It was practical in order to
reach each appointment.
No high pressure involved in the above
programs. All went less formal and more
casual and the one-on-one connections at some of the venues were really
nurturing.
At one home where Manjari, the two-week old
infant lives, a vast entree of food was presented. It was temptingly rich and I had to
courteously refrain from most of the items to address my gout issue. I was proud of resisting, but felt bad for
the host and cook who had set out to please.
Something to share:
“I have two doctors, my left leg and my
right.” G.M. Trevelyan
“The best remedy for a short temper is a
long walk.” Jacqueline Schiff
May the Source be with you!
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