External stimuli cannot affect the silent mind
harmonized with all the voices of the universe
singing their discrete vibration now and forever
in a perfect symphony of light.
Nothing from the outside can burrow inside the sanctuary
of a peaceful soul
joined in spirit with all that was and all that is.
Fantastic triumphs won’t disturb the contented heart.
Nor will failures.
You’re immune from noise.
You are great.
Hope RekindledThis past week has given us more hope for our diseased republic than any other time in 50+ years of paying attention. Observing and participating in a long-overdue peaceful uprising, occupying the streets, feeling the righteous energy of people of all ages, colors, faiths, and wealth (or lack thereof), has…
Does righteousness have a sound? Can good intentions be heard in the language of music? Saxophonist/composer Dan Blake’s new recording, Da Fe, attempts an aural answer to those questions, and the results are convincing. A Buddhist, social justice warrior, and former member of the Esperanza Spalding band, Blake’s values are deeply humanist and compassionate; on the...
