This week’s retreat location takes us to an actual retreat. Located in the mountains around Mayhill New Mexico, several of the residents as well as long time visitors to the Retreat were able to come together with friends for several days…
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Mayhill, New Mexico
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Posted in Locations
Climbing the Dew Kissed Mountain
Silent breeze blows limbs Stirring red carnation leaves. A waterfall waits. Ivy curls around Draped across the rolling hills. Soft branches brush stone. In the distant heat The night lily opens slow. Alabaster blush.
Hua Shan
There are nine different mountains across China that are accorded spiritual or religious significance to either Buddhism or to Taoism. Pictured here is the Temple at Hua Shan or Mount Hua. Located near the city of Huayin in the Shaanxi…
Distant Summits
In the distant woods A mountain stands tall and stone. On golden wings fly.
Tagged with: growth, Haiku, individual, journey, Mitre Peak, mountain, nature, pathway, reflection
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Posted in Poetry
Impish Flowers Blushing
Under the cloud peaks Three flowers in summer bloom All blush with splendor
Water Washes Stone
Stone stands unmoving Strength of purpose steadies ground The waves wear down fine.
Earthen Gifts
Walking through the desert with mountains ahead. The heat is oppressive in midsummer, light and heat shimmering off the ground. The land is quiet; the animals are asleep in the afternoon heat. Through paths and washed out ditches we walked,…
Sitting Upon Straw Mats
River frog at night Hiding from the burning sun. Lotus blooms from mud.
Baishuitai
Located on the upper Yangtze river, the village of Baishuitai is known for its mineral elements and traces formed from calcium built up as the river flows over them. Sitting and meditating on the nature of water allows us to…
Nian Xióng Hall 