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Archive for January, 2010

Who cleans the chandeliers?

Maybe because my father wore overalls and dug ditches for the gas company. Maybe because we all worked with our hands growing up with the goal that one day we’d all go to college. Whatever the reason, I remain fascinated with the people who do the work. The staff that works behind the scenes making [...]

Good News from Pakistan by Karim Khan

Follow this link to read good news from Pakistan: written by Karim Khan, Peshawar, Pakistan. Peaceful Ashora in Hangu Fills the Air with Hope

Khyentse Yangsi Rinpoche: Film maker Mark Elliott

Mark Elliott has been filming Khyentse Yangsi Rinpoche since 1997. In this video he shares intimate footage, documenting the child’s enthronement, his development as a student, his training, family, and teachers. It is a rare glimpse into the life and travels of the incarnation of His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche