The giant bronze Buddha stares impassively, hands in a mudra of peace and harmony. Somewhere out there, beyond a flawless blue sky, enlightenment resides. I have searched for it, or at least tried. The white crane in the gardens above Kanazawa wanders through the pond, under the bridge, and strolls out the other end. IContinue reading “Exploring Fortunes and Reflections In Japan”
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Exploring the Spiritual Journey Through Turkey
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” ~ Rumi When I first shared my plans for a tour of Turkey with friends, most reactions were: “Are you sure it’s safe?”, reflecting a common perception fueled by media narratives. Even my doctor expressed his hesitation, mentioning the presenceContinue reading “Exploring the Spiritual Journey Through Turkey”
