Monday, April 14, 2008

Seeds of Compassion


Photo by Rod Mar/The Seattle Times/Sunday, April 13, 2008

Greg and I had the privilege to see the Dalai Lama speak at Qwest Field this past Saturday. He talked about making this Century the "Century of Dialogue" and to focus on teaching children compassion.

What is compassion? According to Wikipedia, "Compassion is often characterized through actions, wherein a person acting with compassion will seek to aid those they feel compassionate for. Acts of compassion are generally considered those which take into account the pain of others and attempt to alleviate that pain."

How to practice compassion? The Dalai Lama said, "Daily" and it starts at home. Through daily practice and choices, these accumulated actions will create change in our life and in our society.

Special thanks to Andrew Westmark for the tickets.

Monday, April 7, 2008

April Fool's

As we all know, little Miss Cheryl has a mischievous side. So April Fool's Day is just another day but with a twist.

What is the worst thing to get at Harborview? Any guesses?

Anyone, who has been to Harborview know the answer: parking ticket.

What does Cheryl do? Borrowed a co-worker's parking ticket envelope and stuffed it with a note saying "April Fool's Day! by the way, LOVE Cheryl + Megan (the accomplice).



Who got this? Well, of course the husband Greg!

I have thought of getting Rae, (outside of April Fool's) but the phone number listed at her work directory didn't reach her. What was I planning? Can't tell, I may still use it one of these days. {evil laughter}