Another thing for "the list". The brocades we hung are falling down (Lisa asked me to check this). We knew the temps were low when we sealed it, so this is not really a surprise. Lisa has managed to get a new piece of plexi for this Stupa (how cool is that!). When we place the new piece, we can tidy up the brocade. It had been our plan to work on these things tomorrow and Saturday. Instead, it's going to be a road trip to New York! We're heading up for an empowerment in NYC. You'll get to see some photos of this trip soon!

And as always, you are welcome to come to Poolesville, Maryland anytime to see the Stupas for yourself, in person. They are profound and sacred structures, yet, no knowledge is required to derive benefit from them. You don't have to be Buddhist, no special prayers required, the blessing exists merely in seeing them. Even here online! Of course, if you're interested, there are many traditional ways to honor them, and share their blessings, and we can help you learn if you wish. But know they are here for you, whoever you are...