Why Am I Doing This?

I am a monk by lifestyle and a hermit at heart, so why blog?

 

Well, to quote someone whose name I can't remember,

"We keep one foot in the traditional
and the other foot in the present.

In that way, we keep our balance."

 

We've come a long way since parchment and gall ink. A blog is form of communication as valid as any.

 

It is my prayer and hope this blog becomes a forum for inspiration and encouragment as I share the joys and challenges of walking a spiritual path in these uncertain times. I hope others will do the same.

 

So, a little about me. I am a solitary monk living in the world, paying rent, juggling bills, working a job just like everyone else. But my life is enhanced by prayer, devotion and daily meditation. I practice celibacy and simplicity. (and the more you practice the better you get at it) :-)

It's not an easy road, but it is rewarding. It is a challenging road, but has given me more than I had ever imagined.

 

As this blog unfolds, there will be more to share. Right now, just getting started, wondering if anyone will even chance upon this, or will it be just a cyber voice lost in the internet wilderness.