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Life has been pleasantly busy these days, it and work at "the village" have kept me away from the computer a bit and more focused when I do get on line.
Today I was particularly touched by the fact that the Dalai Lama is in Toronto and will be addressing Toronto's Buddhist community tomorrow. That  he was bestowed with an honorary Canadian Citizenship in 2006 was also a lovely thing to be reminded of during his visit. I was sad to hear there were some who were displeased with Canada's respect and admiration for him.
I attended a ceremony at a Buddhist temple in Toronto many years ago and participated in chanting with a large group of people. My sensations of the experience were very enjoyable and memorable.

Of all the things to occur on a Halloween day I hadn't imagined such an occasion as a world revered monk talking about peace, love and joy and the need for respect for one another and human rights for all people. Wow! Compared to the material world and the wild and wonderful world of thrift-retailing; news of the Dalai Lama's visit is so reassuring for this soul!

Anyway - a quick update - I just wanted to note this... there's so much more going on to write about but I'm rather just enjoying the ride right now and might get a chance to write about it later! In the meantime my idea about team building went on hold as I try to wade through and organize where researching that topic took me!

Hard to believe October is almost over...