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Independence Day
Yesterday we, along with the rest of the country, celebrated the 4th of July. I’ve never been a big fan of national holidays, primarily because I ‘ve never had a job where I got time off. Having...
July 05, 2013 | Comments: 2 -
Celebrating Vesak at Yokoji
Today we celebrated Vesak, the commemoration of the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death. Renka and Enguetsu rose early to create a wonderful floral bower for the Buddha, depicted as a child...
May 26, 2013 | Comments: 3 -
Zen International
We pride ourselves on being an internationally-minded Zen Center, but even we were surprised when we realized that of our 8 current residents, there were 7 different nationalities...
May 04, 2013 | Comments: 1 -
A Day of Zen Practice
Spring is in full flow here at the Center. It’s quite an easy transition to say goodbye - at least for now - to the snow and its attendant difficulties. Migrant birds are returning to the canyon...
April 21, 2013 | Comments: 1 -
Bees and Blossoms
We have an old tree that is in the middle of the triangular patch of ground in front of the office that looks like it is dead. It is charred all up the trunk, looking like it was struck by...
March 23, 2013 | Comments: 10 -
Spring Training Unfolds
A couple of weeks into Spring Training Period and life at the Center is very full. We began on March 3rd with a Training Period Entering which we did a little differently with the installation of...
March 20, 2013 | Comments: 0 -
Weather Update
The Sunday program will go ahead as usual tomorrow. We did get snow but the roads are plowed. There is still some mud and slush and a few spots of snow to contend with, so please drive with care.
March 09, 2013 | Comments: 0 -
Speed Kills
With Spring training period looming, it is time to reflect upon intentions. What is it that needs to be done in the next three months? I've got my answer.
March 02, 2013 | Comments: 5 -
New Shiny Blog
The first big snow storm of the year in the finals few weeks of the Winter Interim Period here at Yokoji. The Spring Training Period is coming up. Find out who will be leading it this time...
February 20, 2013 | Comments: 8
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