An American Dialogue
The sprightly bride-to-be entered the coffee shop accompanied by her parents. She ordered a strong blend from El Indio, Tarrazu. The mother got a nutty blend from Costa Rica and the father a robust flavor from Nariño, Colombia. They spotted the wedding planner seated in a booth. The father scooted next to her [...]
Purifying the Mind
235-36. You are like an autumn leaf, knowing you’ll someday fall and travel far away. Have you prepared for the long journey? Light the lamp within; be your own island and strive hard to attain wisdom. Free of flaws and impurities you’ll enter the realm of light.
237-38. You’re at the end of [...]
Alone, in the Company of the Wise
Several years ago if people asked me whether I belonged to a religion I wasn’t sure. I had to think. They had one. They were certain of it. But me, I had to think. After a few moments of pause I would mutter, “I’m a Hindu.” But that answer [...]