Don't worry about
tomorrow
the day may unfold
in
wondrous ways
beyond all
expectation!
Julian Ayrs
ZEN GEMS
a collection of poems
(Las Vegas)
2011
Showing posts with label Buddha. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Buddha. Show all posts
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Buddist Teachings...Five precepts for the seeker to follow!
A
seeker
on
the path
to
enlightenment
takes
a
vow
to abstain from taking life
to abstain from taking that which is not owned
to abstain from sensual misconduct
to abstain from false speech
to abstain from intoxicants that cloud the mind
The
Teachings
Of
Buddha
Five precepts
translated
by
Julian Ayrs
(San Francisco)
2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Enlightenment...quote by Julian Ayrs!
Throw the clutter
of
the mind
to the wind
So,
the seeds
of
enlightment
may
spring forth
and
blossom!
Julian Ayrs
Zen Thoughts
Collection of Poems
San Francisco
(2011)
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Prince Wiliam...shocking remarks of Royal Observers!
In the wake of the media frenzy over the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton - a handful of so-called Royal oberservers have scurried out of the woodwork and into the forefront - to toss in their two pence worth.
Shockingly, some of their comments have been insulting to a less-fortunte sector of society, to say the least.
For example, on one E-News broadcast, a coiffed Brit was quick to point out that Lady Diana made deliberate efforts to ensure that William and Harry were made aware of life beyond the four walls of the Palace (something the Buddha had to find out for himself).
"She took them to visit the homeless and A.I.D.S. patients," the huffy blueblood noted matter-of-fact.
An okay observation, alright.
But her follow-up remarks were quite disturbing.
"She (Lady Diana) wanted to make them aware that there was a seamier side to life."
Say what?
The inference that those who are inflicted with A.I.D.S. - or that the homeless are part of a seamier side of life - jolts the sensibilities.
What an outrageous notion!
Lady Diana was bent on enlightening her two young Princes about the less-fortunate in the world.
I trust that the uppity uppercrust will take pause - and in a moment of compassion and understanding - attempt to fathom that!
Only then, will Lady Diana rest easy in her grave, for a task well done.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
Dalai Lama...speaks @ Stanford on "Compassion"
A rainbow of sentiments on a cloudy day!
MySpace friend - and Buddhist (his Holiness) the Dalai Lama - speaks at one of Standford University's popular venues (Maples Pavilion).
The theme of the much-anticipated "sold-out" discussion?
"The Centrality of Compassion in Human Life & Society"
In the mixed-up, hateful world of today, the Spiritual Leader has hit on a subject that is bang-on!
Thank you for your blessings, Sir!
A rainbow of sentiments on a cloudy day!
MySpace friend - and Buddhist (his Holiness) the Dalai Lama - speaks at one of Standford University's popular venues (Maples Pavilion).
The theme of the much-anticipated "sold-out" discussion?
"The Centrality of Compassion in Human Life & Society"
In the mixed-up, hateful world of today, the Spiritual Leader has hit on a subject that is bang-on!
Thank you for your blessings, Sir!
*The San Francisco Library has an extensive collection of Dalai Lama's teachings
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Godhead...quote by Julian Ayrs!
A sturdy bed
clean linen
Dry roof overhead
The seeker’s
The seeker’s
basic needs
On the spiritual journey
To Godhead
Julian Ayrs
Chocolate Buddha
A collection of Poems
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Santana...supernatural trip through hits! Las Vegas Show runs 'til May 2nd...
Santana is currently playing to packed houses once again at the ever-popular Hard Rock Cafe & Casino in dazzling Las Vegas!
Carlos Santana (playing lead guitar) is being backed up with a dynamite posse of musicians which include Karl Perazzo (timbales), Benny Rietveld (bass), Dennis Chambers (drums), Raul Rekow (congas), Andy Vargas (vocals), Tony Lindsay (vocals), Tommy Anthony (rhythm guitar), Jeff Cressman (trombone) and Bill Ortiz (trumpet).
In essence, the live! show amounts to a trip down memory lane!
The high-profile gig features compositions that stretch back more than four decades.
No doubt, fans will be rocking below the footlights, as they groove on Jingo (1969), “Evil Ways" (Top Ten 1970), “Supernatural”, “Oye Como Va”, “The ame Of Love”, “No One To Depend On”, “Put Your Lights On”, “Maria Maria”, “Soul Sacrifice” and “Everybody’s Everything” (for starters).
The Hard Rock Cafe & Casino is also one of the most ultra-cool watering holes to hang out in (pre-or-after showtime).
In the Chinese restaurant on the main level, try an order of Buddha's (scrumptious) Delight, which will really hit the spot!
Ticket Info: http://supernaturalsantana.com/tickets/
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books...Omar J. Dorsey's vulgar language upsets parents! John Heard mesmerizing...
What's the big deal?
(Cederling Fox candid moment)
John Heard mesmerizing!
A "Word Theatre" presentation started off light and innocent enough on the - etc. stage - late this afternoon at the Los Angeles Festival of Books on the UCLA campus.
For example, Tess Harper read a delightful piece of literature about a relationship between a mother and son, which was well-received by the rapt audience.
But, the live stage performance turned ugly when actor Omar J. Dorsey (Blind Side) stood before the mic, and suddenly began hurling shocking expletives in all their vulgar capacity into the theatre space.
The reaction from some parents was swift and severe.
"There are children here, you mother****er!
Instead of taking a moment to admit the inappropriateness of the material - or apolgoize - Mr. Dorsey proceeded to exhibit a disturbing lack of sensitivity.
What was his angry response?
"Forget about it!
He plunged on unphased.
I was stunned, frankly.
When Cederly Fox, the Artistic Director for "Word Theatre" returned to the stage at the end of the actor's reading, I was on the edge of my seat.
Would she ignore the incident?
"Sorry about the expletives," she grimmaced.
Then, without skipping-a-beat, she uttered up a comment that put the spotlight on her lack of professionalism.
"But, it's an adult show," she shrugged in defense.
What an arrogant bit**!
Her flimsy excuse, in view of the circumstances, was total bullsh**.
For example, the show was presented on a main stage at the entrance to the UCLA campus.
four in the afternoon, the questionable material was being broadcast over a handful of speakers, and falling on the ears of Festival guests (largely comprised of parents and children) a hundred-or-so feet in all directions (at a minimum).
Notwithstanding, it should be noted that there weren't any notices posted - warning parents that the "adult material" (as Fox described it) - might not be suitable for children.
The fact the dizzy broad thought that Dorsey's blue performance was acceptable (duh!) underscored that the inexperienced low-life has no common sense, all the intelligence of a worm, and a lack of discernment in respect to artistic license in a given setting.
I trust that the Los Angeles Times will review tomorrow's material, and weed out unacceptable language, to ensure young children and their parents are not subjected to this kind of filth again.
Obviously, the organizers of - "etc. stage" - aren't going to bother!
As a major sponsor, the daily newspaper owes that to the community, in my estimation.
In spite of the Dorsey shocker, the event ended on an upbeat note.
John Heard, one of my favorite actors, mesmerized the audience with his interpretation of a piece on "crows".
In contrast the other actors, Mr. Heard's style was natural and believable.
In fact, with great ease, he managed to give the impression that he was in a private conversation with each and every member of the audience.
His relaxed, easy-going approach to the hilarious literature, was certainly bang on.
Few actors - Richard Burton was one - are capable of accomplishing that in one fell swoop!
As to the rest of the Festival, well, it was a high point of my week.
I will be reporting on some of the events in a post later this evening.
For those of you planning to attend tomorrow (Sunday) I have some tips on where to purchase reasonably-priced snacks and drinks (lemonade on the main concourse goes for $5.00 pop!) for those on a budget.
There will be info on which booths are giving out free books.
And, a run-down on stage performances in the line-up tomorrow.
Los Angeles Opera (free!) anyone?
Later!
Omar's vulgar language incited anger at family outing.
Omar's vulgar language angered parents at family outing!
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Saturday, April 24, 2010
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books...free LA Opera show! Hit with local book-lovers!
To many, Los Angeles is viewed as a cultural wasteland, but you wouldn't know it by scanning the throngs of locals teaming into the 15th annual Festival of Books at UCLA campus!
Unlike most events, the folks in attendance here, hail from many walks of life with one common interest.
A good read!
Today, thousands poured over book bins in search of literary treasures, waited patiently in lines to meet celebrated authors under the intense mid-day sun, and elbowed their way through packed concourses to attend enlightening panel discussions on a wide range of topics.
This year, the Festival excitedly launched a YA stage!
When I sauntered by around two in the afternoon, popular writers from the Vampire Horror Genre, were settling into an entertaining discussion on the topic with fans sprawled out on the lawn across a wide expanse.
Under another tent, Los Angeles Times writers were about to enter into an insightful talk on their favorite authors.
The literature was far-reaching in scope - ranging from the highly radical (Revolution Newspaper) to the spiritually-driven (beautifully bound collections on Eastern Philosophy and religion).
In fact, a Buddhist organization was handing out free copies of the teachings of various Masters with titles like "The Awakening of Compassion & Wisdom" and "Everything we do Matters."
An Islamic group was offering up translated versions of the Al-Quran for free!
I snapped up the "Bible" of the Middle-Eastern world which focuses on the teachings of Mohammed.
Now, I'd be able to fathom the controversy over the "South Park" incident, I expect.
A Trader Joe's cookbook - signed - was flying out of the kitchen at $10.00 a pop (no tax).
Excited readers were scouring bargain-basement bins for books priced at 5 bucks or less.
If you're heading to the festival tomorrow, it may be wise to wear sensible walking shoes.
Once the guests have braved their way through endless concourses and tented booths on the lower level, the adventurous, will trek up one-hundred steps (on a steep incline) to the top level where a food court, specialty booths, and the Hero Complex alley await.
A floppy hat, to shield from the intense afternoon rays, may be a good idea too.
On the subject of food, take note that the wide selection of treats, are not cheap.
I did manage to purchase 2 sweet vegetarian rolls at Panda Express for $2.50.
Although the portions were small, the finger food was scrumptious.
That was a rarity.
For the most part entrees run at $7.00 - $10.00.
And, softdrinks, are commanding prices of $3.75 (and up).
What an outrage!
On the main concourse, perky teens are flogging lemonade at $5.00 a cup.
A tip for the budget-wise?
Just off the main thoroughfare, you'll be able to locate vending machines, where a can of pineapple juice may be purchased for seventy-five cents.
Cokes and Gatorade are priced at $1.00 to $2.00.
Just across the courtyard from the Research Library, there is a spacious picnic area with a multitude of tables and chairs, where you can take lunch.
In the vending machines, there are light snacks like burritos and mini-pizzas, and a microwave to heat 'em up in a matter of seconds.
Tomorrow, you may want to take in a live performance by the Los Angeles Opera near the front entrance of UCLA Campus on the popular "etc. stage".
Check the festival website for a detailed run-down of all the artists slated to perform on a handful of stage around the festive grounds.
Info: http://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks/
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Doubts...quote!
Doubts are like storm clouds that hover
for a moment or two
before the light of reason
comes shining through
Julian Ayrs
Chocolate Buddha
Collection of Poems
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Truth...quote!
The truth is like a healing rain
that engulfs the soul
and washes away the pain
Julian Ayrs
Divine Grace
Collection of Poems
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Barack Obama...China furious over proposed meeting with Dalai Lama!
President Hu an International joke!
Once again - Chinese Officials have flown into a nasty child's tantrum on the heels of the news that President Obama is entertaining thoughts of meeting with the exiled spiritual leader - the Dalai Lama.
In a terse press statement, Zhu Weiqun (Deputy head of the Communist United Front Works Department) stressed that talks with the Nobel Peace Prize Laureate were stalled with little hope for progress in respect to Tibet's cry for independence (release from the tyranny of the communist regime).
In so many words, China warned Obama that any proposed meeting would upset Sino-U.S. relations.
President Hu Jintao is slated to travel to Washington in April (tentative) and his advance team has cautioned that any audience with the Dalai Lama before that visit might anger the Chinese government and the Hu Jintao in particular.
Since when does the U.S. kow-tow to a foreign nation like China - a country that continually violates human rights and suppresses the will (and spiritual faith) of the people?
I trust that the President will ignore the foot stamping and give His Holiness his due.
Who needs China's toy imports rife with lead poisoning anyway?
Bush showed balls!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Don't try...quote!
Don't try
To try is
to stutter at doing
To try is
to stutter at doing
Julian Ayrs
Chocolate Buddha
Collections of Poems
http://www.julianayrs.com
Chocolate Buddha
Collections of Poems
http://www.julianayrs.com
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Enlightenment...quote!
Before enlightenment
Chopping wood and drawing water
After enlightenment
Chopping wood and drawing water
Ancient Buddhist Proverb
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Change is constant...quote!
The only thing constant is change
Therefore,
the wise man digests and acknowledges the past
Then, moves on confidently
with an enlightened perspective on life
Julian Ayrs
Divine Grace
Collection of Poems
Collection of Poems
Saturday, March 14, 2009
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