The final step we performed after getting the pump working again, was to thoroughly clean it and oil it, making sure it was ready for action. The day ended early, as we couldn't spray at this point. As we've stated before, once you spray on, you have to remove.

Thus, Gabriel will be joining us again on Sunday, for another attempt! Tomorrow is up in the air at this point, but if Lisa Banana is available, we may just give it a go! In any case, our obstacle today was finally overcome, and Gabriel got a great introduction to working on the Stupas!

While we were at it today we saw many folks come by to utilize the Stupas, to circumambulate and make offerings. Many we've never seen before. It is our sincerest hope that if you have even a slight interest or curiosity, you'll take the time to make the trip to Poolesville! The Stupas are here for all, Buddhist or not, whatever you believe or don't believe. They offer their blessings without restraint or demand, continuously benefiting beings. If you can't get to Poolesville, we'll keep them close to you here. Blessings are transmitted even through images...even memories! So please do come visit, in person or online. Every effort you see on these pages, from the labor and planning, budgeting and troubleshooting, to the photos and cobbled together words, all of it is done in order that every suffering being may find relief. No questions asked, it's for you!