Greed, Attachment, and Work

[Kyonin]

Hi Jim,

Go for the promotion. A little extra money will be fine and it will make your life easier and will give you room to breathe

I think owning things and having money in this life is fine. They are tools to live comfortably, which give us energy for our relationships and our practice.

Just keep it all simple and help all sentient beings you can help.

Gassho,

Kyonin
#SatToday

[JimH]

Thank you to everyone for all the responses!

Kaishin, I love that quote. I'm saving that as a reminder.

I do not consider myself "wealthy". I make a good living, and work in an industry and a job where I can help people with their health and well-being. I know that my actions are helping people, which is very satisfying. Unfortunately, there is always far too much work, and if I have one addiction, it would be to working....trying to get too much done, and not balancing work and play. Sadly, it's a habit I learned from my dad.

Although I'm not wealthy, I do consider myself *rich*. I married my highschool sweetheart, and we have had a wonderful marriage (16+ years now!). My kids are grown and are successful in their own rights, not making the same mistakes my wife and I made. I do live simply -- my wife and I both dislike flashy things -- and find my greatest "wealth" in being surrounded by my current family: my wife and six corgis. (Can anyone really have a life with a pet and NOT know Zen at some level?)

Thank you all again.....very much to think about, and I do appreciate the feedback. Infinite thanks again to you as well, Jundo, for Treeleaf....Treeleaf and Zen are probably my *second* greatest wealth!

Gassho--

JimH
SatToday!

[Tai Shi]

Sitting with relatives.. Zen can be part of daily life with family so long as it's not part of conversation. Love for family.

[Tai Shi]

say today
Elgwyn
Gassho

[Tai Shi]

I am so happy to have the opportunity for Jukai and I am 3 day's behind. Can someone please tell or ask about catching up? I can see my own Rakasu, and Jundo asked me if I could do this or would I need help. If I can start now I can do it, and I have decided on a pale blue color and I will purchase the material this week; could someone please tell me how much material I will need? Are there any other things I want to keep in mind? What readings have I missed since Sunday and what books do I need? Is there a web page, or site I can view and do I participate with others. I have always enjoyed the Sunday afternoon Tea Party where I can ask questions and tell others about myself. I know this is a long entry; however I really want this to be my path. I already offer much volunteer time, so a life of compassion and formal commitment at at age 64 is very important for me. I'm in my golden years and my wonderful wife and I make a good team since I can no longer drive. My beloved and I have been together 35 years. Please inform me about my needs for my formal practice. Thank you for everything. I could never make this commitment without your help.

Elgwyn
Sat with one mind this morning.
Gassho
_/|\_


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[Jishin]

Can someone please tell or ask about catching up?

http://www.treeleaf.org/forums/forumdisplay.php?57-JUKAI-PRECEPTS-STUDY-SEWING-FORUM-%28Oryoki-Too%21%29

Gassho, Jishin, ST

[Shugen]

Hello Elgwyn,

I will PM you and see if I can get you going.

Gassho, Shugen

#sattoday

I am so happy to have the opportunity for Jukai and I am 3 day's behind. Can someone please tell or ask about catching up? I can see my own Rakasu, and Jundo asked me if I could do this or would I need help. If I can start now I can do it, and I have decided on a pale blue color and I will purchase the material this week; could someone please tell me how much material I will need? Are there any other things I want to keep in mind? What readings have I missed since Sunday and what books do I need? Is there a web page, or site I can view and do I participate with others. I have always enjoyed the Sunday afternoon Tea Party where I can ask questions and tell others about myself. I know this is a long entry; however I really want this to be my path. I already offer much volunteer time, so a life of compassion and formal commitment at at age 64 is very important for me. I'm in my golden years and my wonderful wife and I make a good team since I can no longer drive. My beloved and I have been together 35 years. Please inform me about my needs for my formal practice. Thank you for everything. I could never make this commitment without your help.

Elgwyn
Sat with one mind this morning.
Gassho
_/|\_


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[Mp]

Hello Elgwyn,

I will PM you and see if I can get you going.

Gassho, Shugen

#sattoday

Looks like Shugen is on the ball ... good man! =)

Gassho
Shingen

#sattoday