Disclaimer: This entry contains graphic descriptions of a physical Injury. Reader discretion is advised On 27 April, 2021, I lost part of my right index finger inside my dog’s clenching jaws. It was...
I went out today for groceries. Already I’ve noticed more cars on the road. Construction projects clog the streets. There is a small pile up just a few blocks from my apartment. It seems that the...
It’s been more than six months since my last entry. The hiatus came as a result of some personal difficulties I experienced at the end of May and throughout the summer. Then, a busy Fall semester...
Anti-Asian racism and hate-crime is on the rise. Across North America and Europe, there are reports of racially-motivated assault. These reports make for grievous reading, and those who scans this...
Today, my doctoral supervisor asked me: “what is the purpose of contemplative practice in the midst of this pandemic?” I answered: “To help us remain upright amidst great disruption.” Later, I...
The life of the Buddha is composed of many apocryphal stories. One story in particular strikes at our present situation. Here is the story of the Buddha’s encounter with Angulimala, as described...
News outlets are reporting a significant decrease in air pollution as a result of stay-at-home orders. These reports began to emerge at the end of March, with indications that Nitrogen (NO2)Dioxide...
Health authorities have been issuing stark injunctions to citizen across the world. Stay home. Bend the curve. Contain the spread. Here in British Columbia, Health Minister Adrian Dix has been...