Cousins and Contrast
Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent A Readings: Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10 (RM) or 1-10 (RCL); Psalm 146; James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-11. Cousins. The depth of the relationship between cousins…
The Art of Downsizing and Decluttering
In today's ecologically conscious world, downsizing and decluttering have gained significant traction. Two popular methods for this are the KonMari Method, popularized by Japanese consultant Marie Kondo, and Swedish Death…
One with the Buddhist Community: Part II
One of my family traditions important to me was a Buddhist ritual. At the sound of Buddhist gong at 4.30 a.m., which invites the people in the village to awaken,…
One with the Buddhist Community: Part I
I would like to share something about my relationship with the Buddhist community and Buddhism. Being from Myanmar it is impossible for me not to be one with the Buddhist…
Lessons From My Elderly Mom
At the moment, I am with my mother as her companion since I returned to the Philippines in January. My sister recently died in December. It was a sudden death…
Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent A
Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10 (RM) or 1-10 (RCL); Psalm 146; James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-11. Cousins. The depth of the relationship between cousins can vary from nonexistent to very close. In my…