Overseas Relocation...

I spent most of May-November 2009 studying the ACI classes, Shantideva, and various other books. Since December began with 2 days of teachings on Nagarjuna from HHDL, it then petered out into very little reading or study.

Now that I have safely arrived in England, I have settled down and have time to recommence my studies - but, I no longer have an internet computer at home.... I cannot therefore commence course 8 ACI studies, only read the 8-9 books I already own. (The closest library has none on the subject, and I have yet to check out other local libraries.)

However, this has not put a stop to my Buddhist practice - on the contrary, I have had ample opportunity to PRACTICE what I have been learning over the past few years.

In the mornings, I spend 2-3 hours sitting on the floor in the family lounge focussed ON a topic and focussed OFF my dad's snoring/radio station. During the day, I have the chance to hold discussions, practice compassion and other internal mental matters, and in the evenings I retire and can read/meditate for several hours before sleep.

Life here is very different - but it just offers me the chance to explore a different aspect of Buddhism. Less book and more action!