…and I'm back after a few days of reflection and introspection. I've realized that many of the challenges and inconveniences I face in my daily life are actually inevitable and natural. This realization has helped me focus on gratitude and acceptance. I recently read a passage from the "Daily Stoic" that touched on this concept, emphasizing that chaos and obstacles are part of the norm, and how we choose to navigate them is within our control. Reflecting on the past few days, I roasted and shipped a pound of beans to Steve and Diana, had meaningful conversations with Tommy as he prepares for his internship, and kept the house in order while Jen was away. I also gave away a bunch of mulch and replaced it with decomposed granite, which led to a surprising encounter with Tommy and Talon's friend during the delivery. I had a fun guys' night out at Pano and enjoyed a second night ride on ebikes into LG with Mark. Lauren and I had a deep conversation about her self-diagnostics I'm supportive of her concerns and experiences. The Sangha meeting on Wednesday was frustrating due to a few disgruntled individuals who seemed disconnected from the group's current dynamics. Their misguided drama almost made me consider leaving the group. I firmly believe that there's no room for drama in dharma.
