Kirtan

Hello Friends,

It is such a beautiful, snowy day here in Boulder. It's been snowing non-stop since yesterday morning. I am all cozy up in my bedroom with my green tea, looking at my altar and feeling the delicious gift of free time. I have a few hours to myself and it feels rich.

Tonight I am going to see Krishna Das at the Unity Church. The first time I ever heard his voice was in a new age shop in Encinitas, CA. They were playing on of his cd's and I felt compelled to ask the store clerk who it was. Then I bought the cd - the rest is history. That was just over 7 years ago and I've been on a wild ride ever since. Big life changes, major clearings, huge heart openings, over and over.

I've listened to KD's cd's over and over, in the car, at the yoga studio, on 'repeat' in my living room. I've given his music as gifts, I've flown across the country to see him perform, I've sat with friends and chanted together. The first time I went to see Krishna Das, (here in Colorado, 5 years ago) he spoke of loving his teacher, his god, his essence, with the same passion and energy we have for a lover. I was struck by this concept - and confounded. I couldn't imagine loving myself that way. I believe that night of kirtan was the beginning of my journey of self-love. Finding love in my heart for myself, for my inner voice, for my god, has been the most spiritual experience I have ever had. I am grateful to call Krishna Das a teacher and I give thanks for him.

(click on the title 'Kirtan' for a lovely video of one his more poignant songs that he sings with his daughter - very moving.)