Wish the piper didn’t ask for so much

We have a thing we say, unfortunately we say it rather often: “You always pay.” Last night my wife and I went out, leaving the kids at home with a sitter. We arrived home later than usual – after midnite. The sitter was OK (I proclaimed happily as we drove up the street: “Her car’s […]

Like boot camp, or not

I am working on a set of House Rules and a family routine and all that. Something that is written down so it won’t change based on my mood (or anyone elses). I think this will be good for us. I’ve got a list started, which includes “No Swearing” and “Nobody messes with Dad’s ice […]

It might as well be on the moon

I so badly want to be able to do it. To not be angry. Do not maintain anger or hatred. As soon as anger and hatred arise, practice the meditation on compassion in order to deeply understand the persons who have caused anger and hatred. Learn to look at other beings with the eyes of […]