Accompanied by horns

Dear family, friends and sangha:

Utpala and Chonyi here sitting in a very tiny internet cafe, sharing one computer because the electricity is now limited until 2:00.

Amongst a sympony of car, bus, bike and rickshaw horns, we sit in "silent" meditation. For the past two nights we have been staying in the primier "luxury" hotel of Sarnath. Though we are surrounded by marble floors, door men with fancy hats, room service, and real towels, the exhaust, noise andthe simple livng of the people stand in start contrast. Whether the outside if filled with distraction or peace and quiet, the inner journey remains steady.

We leave soon for nine days in Bodhgaya, the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment. Buddha means "awakened" one. May all those who journey to this place and all those who remain home reach this goal for the benefit of all sentient beings. That is our wish.

We send our love and express our gratitude to our family and friends who have supported us and made this trip possible. We promise to practice diligently to make the most of our time here.

Hello Laila, Clariel and Jenner. Love,

Mama and Mom