Dear Friends,

I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend and the glorious weather!  I wanted to remind you that there is no regular meeting this Sunday, due to the holiday.

Upcoming Dharma Discussions

7/6/2008 - No Meeting (July 4th weekend)

7/13/2008 - Bob faciliates.  Topic:  Discussion of the 5th of the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. Training 5 - Simple, Healthy Living - Aware that true happiness is rooted in peace, solidity, freedom and compassion, and not in wealth or fame, I am determined not to take as the aim of my life fame, profit, wealth or sensual pleasure, nor to accumulate wealth while millions are hungry and dying. I am committed to living simply and sharing my time, energy and material resources with those in real need. I will practise mindful consuming, not using alcohol, drugs or any other products that bring toxins into my own and the collective body and consciousness.
8/3/2008 - Five Mindfulness Trainings Recitation

Weekend Mindfulness Retreat

Amazingly, the time for our next retreat is fast approaching.  Cheri Maples will be leading the retreat at the home of Julie and Jim Vinar in Stillwater, the weekend of August 15 - 17.  Cheri is a Dharma Teacher in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh and a member of the Order of Interbeing.  There are still openings for the retreat, but it's limited to 20 participants, so please call Julie to reserve a spot.

Peace all,

Joyce