Love...

I don't know if anyone has noticed that my "daily" blog hasn't been exactly daily. I am trying to find stillness in this busy time of year. It feels so unnatural to be out in the world - I know 2 people that got into car accidents this week because of another driver going to fast and then swerving into them to avoid another car.

But unemployment has brought many blessings. One of them is the gift of time. I have been fortunate to practice yoga and meditation while the kids are at school. And on of my favorite treats is getting to reconnect with friends and have tea. And I mustn't leave out hanging out with my dog!

In the January 2008 issue of Shambala Sun, Slyvia Boorstein speaks of her Buddhist practice. She says "I didn't become a Buddhist because I wanted to be a good meditator, I wanted to suffer less." And she goes on to say that the key to suffering less is maintaining warm bonds of emotional connection with others. That has been my experience in the past few months as I have had the luxury of time and the blessing of friends. Thank you.