Daily Archives: September 3, 2013


I must try

In June 1985, 2 British mountaineers Joe Simpson and Simon Yates made the 1st-ever climb of the West Face of the 21,000 foot snow-covered Siula Grande hill in Peru. It was an extremely tough assault – but practically nothing in comparison to what was to come. Early in the nice, Simpson fell and broke his […]

I must try

A foot has no nose

Talk with Mother

Of the many communications I had with my mother those several years ago, one stands out with clarity. I don’t forget the event when mother sent me to the main road, about 20 yards away from the homestead, to encourage a passing group of periodic work-seekers home for a meal. She directed me to take […]


Buddha’s Words

Once Buddha was wandering from one town to one more town with a few of his supporters. This was in the first days. While they were traveling, they occurred to pass a lake. They ceased there and Buddha told one of his followers, “I am thirsty. Do get me some water from that lake there.” […]

Buddha's Words