Part I – Akemashite Omedetou – 明けましておめでとう This year, 2026, is the East Asian Year of the Fire Horse. The year comes in with unstoppable energy that can overwhelm us if not prepared. It’s bold, fast-paced, and deeply personal, pushing us to take steps...
We began 2025, the 30th anniversary of Tendai Buddhist Institute and 20th anniversary of the hondo, with a story of Tendai Buddhist Institute in the Shingi. This Shingi I would like to end the year in a similar vein. The anniversary observance last June included an...
Earlier this month, my family and I travelled to Japan for two weeks. For reasons I will explain in the following, I had my own reason to go. Additionally, my children are at an age where it would be feasible (10 and 7), Marcie and I felt it was a great opportunity to...
Last month, September, was a somewhat typical month at Tendai Buddhist Institute. A little bit busier than usual but not uncharacteristic. There were regularly scheduled events, most of these events are hybrid, both in person and on Zoom. Each Wednesday evening there...
September has a certain feel about it. I have a set of expectations regarding September. Following a summer of vacations and a break from normal routines we prepare to become more productive, get back to school, a busier time at work, sports and cultural events abound...
There is something wonderful about knowing one’s location, the people we see day in and out, at the grocery, on the street. You know who to turn to when there is a need and they can depend on you. That’s wonderful. It is a joy to feel part of place, though we may not...
