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Thank you for this. Most interesting.
Apologies I am unable to attend the Blessing Of The Buddha ceremony as I’m away. Have a lovely day on the fifth Feb. Lots of Metta,
I am so thrilled to hear this. I am on a wait list for a retreat with Patrick Kearney in February 2022.
I hope to be able to offer some support to the Centre.
This book looks like a great achievement. Congratulations!
I am wondering if there is any chance of obtaining a copy of the photo with names identifying the people there.
Happy to pay for this.
Thank you
Julia 🙏
Being a regular at the Wat in the 80’s, I would love to pick up a copy of this book at BMIMC when I next come up for gardening in the new year.
Good update, thanks Yael. The findings and conclusions resonated with me, especially BMIMC being a place for practise. Can’t wait to book an ‘live in person’ retreat. In the meantime I have set an intention to remain calm throughout Covid, and take it as an opportunity to practise equanimity, in response to feelings of frustration. Had my first Covid injection today.
I only met him once at a retreat. His gentle commitment to the retreat was an inspiration to me. For not a moment he was not present ,quietly beautifully there , it was an honour and a blessing to sit with him.
Vale Grant
Grant was a dearly beloved teacher and colleague of mine at the University of Newcastle. He was not afraid to share his deep humanity when those of us stuck in the academic rut needed some respite. Grant and Judith were supportive of my transition and treated me like a normal human being. For that and their warm friendship I will be forever grateful. I will miss Grant’s friendship and kindness that I was privileged to enjoy for over 50 years.
Thankyou for your warm words, Rachel!
Thankyou all at B.M.I.M.C. for this beautiful tribute to my partner Grant of 42 years!
He cherished his lengthy connection with B.M.I.M.C. and staff – he begged in the end to be allowed to go (“Buddhists do not die they just move on in another being”) as his body had given up on him – VALE, my dearest Grant!
I will remember Grant with love & admiration for his witty, joyful, kind & loving Presence.
.A very special friend of many years who generously shared so many of his remarkable energies , talents & knowledge .
This is a touching and heart felt tribute to my dear Uncle. He was indeed a good yogi… he lived on in our hearts ♥️.
Nicky xxx
Having spent 42 years in Grant’s presence as his partner and warm loving carer of my extended family over all those years, I acknowledge here our gratitude and love
for him – we will all miss him++!
Grant will be sorely missed by all up at the newcastle ocean baths and 2300 coffee shop.
Thank you for such a beautiful and thoughtful post about my grandfather. We loved him dearly, he truly was a very special man, I’m so glad other people could see just how incredible he was too.
Hi Rebecca,
You are looking more radiant than ever and therefore I presume the role of Centre Manager is suited to you.
Thank you for your lovely update.
Wishing you and all the other yogis good health and Metta.
I am hoping my early next year you will be running face – to face retreats again. And that therefore I will be able to come do some volunteer cooking at the Centre.
Kind Regards,
Michaela.
I am very keen to do a retreat this year, even if it is in the comfort of my own home. I think there would still be alot of interest in online retreats if the teachers are open to it.
Just a thought. BMIMC might consider designing ‘shut in retreats’ online for most of us stuck at home?
It would still be possible for a retreat leader to host a talk and conduct individual sessions via Skype or Facetime.
It is likely I think that the disruptions and social distancing protocols we have will go on for about 18 months in some shape or form until a safe vaccine is released.
Hi Annmarie,
As mentioned in the post we are exploring online options for the retreats that have been cancelled pending feedback from the teachers. If you’re interested in finding out more please get in touch with the office.
Cheers,
Yael
Just one comment regarding John McIntyre’s article. He describes the sitter as Chinese. I know Lindy and sat with her over a number of years. A little research might have discovered that that she is Australian of Chinese ancestry, born in Brisbane in 1954. This is not a trivial observation as who is and who is not an Australian is a contentious cultural and political issue. People of Chinese ethnicity have lived in modern Australia since the early days. They have made a significant contribution to Australian society and yet this is often airbrushed out of the dominant cultural narrative.
Thanks Michael, I’ll pass on your message to John – I’m sure he’ll appreciate the pickup and be happy to make a change to the article.
I enjoy the article
I fully support BMIMC in their concerns re the possibility of a commercial aviation enterprise nearby. This could have an undesirable impact on their nearby meditation centre that they run.
The location if the BMIMC Centre was chosen for its quiet & tranquil location & this environment has supported many hundreds of people over many years seeking just such a peaceful environment.
Thank you for this. Most interesting.
Apologies I am unable to attend the Blessing Of The Buddha ceremony as I’m away. Have a lovely day on the fifth Feb. Lots of Metta,
I am so thrilled to hear this. I am on a wait list for a retreat with Patrick Kearney in February 2022.
I hope to be able to offer some support to the Centre.
This book looks like a great achievement. Congratulations!
I am wondering if there is any chance of obtaining a copy of the photo with names identifying the people there.
Happy to pay for this.
Thank you
Julia 🙏
Being a regular at the Wat in the 80’s, I would love to pick up a copy of this book at BMIMC when I next come up for gardening in the new year.
Good update, thanks Yael. The findings and conclusions resonated with me, especially BMIMC being a place for practise. Can’t wait to book an ‘live in person’ retreat. In the meantime I have set an intention to remain calm throughout Covid, and take it as an opportunity to practise equanimity, in response to feelings of frustration. Had my first Covid injection today.
I only met him once at a retreat. His gentle commitment to the retreat was an inspiration to me. For not a moment he was not present ,quietly beautifully there , it was an honour and a blessing to sit with him.
Vale Grant
Grant was a dearly beloved teacher and colleague of mine at the University of Newcastle. He was not afraid to share his deep humanity when those of us stuck in the academic rut needed some respite. Grant and Judith were supportive of my transition and treated me like a normal human being. For that and their warm friendship I will be forever grateful. I will miss Grant’s friendship and kindness that I was privileged to enjoy for over 50 years.
Thankyou for your warm words, Rachel!
Thankyou all at B.M.I.M.C. for this beautiful tribute to my partner Grant of 42 years!
He cherished his lengthy connection with B.M.I.M.C. and staff – he begged in the end to be allowed to go (“Buddhists do not die they just move on in another being”) as his body had given up on him – VALE, my dearest Grant!
I will remember Grant with love & admiration for his witty, joyful, kind & loving Presence.
.A very special friend of many years who generously shared so many of his remarkable energies , talents & knowledge .
This is a touching and heart felt tribute to my dear Uncle. He was indeed a good yogi… he lived on in our hearts ♥️.
Nicky xxx
Having spent 42 years in Grant’s presence as his partner and warm loving carer of my extended family over all those years, I acknowledge here our gratitude and love
for him – we will all miss him++!
Grant will be sorely missed by all up at the newcastle ocean baths and 2300 coffee shop.
Thank you for such a beautiful and thoughtful post about my grandfather. We loved him dearly, he truly was a very special man, I’m so glad other people could see just how incredible he was too.
Hi Rebecca,
You are looking more radiant than ever and therefore I presume the role of Centre Manager is suited to you.
Thank you for your lovely update.
Wishing you and all the other yogis good health and Metta.
I am hoping my early next year you will be running face – to face retreats again. And that therefore I will be able to come do some volunteer cooking at the Centre.
Kind Regards,
Michaela.
I am very keen to do a retreat this year, even if it is in the comfort of my own home. I think there would still be alot of interest in online retreats if the teachers are open to it.
Just a thought. BMIMC might consider designing ‘shut in retreats’ online for most of us stuck at home?
It would still be possible for a retreat leader to host a talk and conduct individual sessions via Skype or Facetime.
It is likely I think that the disruptions and social distancing protocols we have will go on for about 18 months in some shape or form until a safe vaccine is released.
Hi Annmarie,
As mentioned in the post we are exploring online options for the retreats that have been cancelled pending feedback from the teachers. If you’re interested in finding out more please get in touch with the office.
Cheers,
Yael
Just one comment regarding John McIntyre’s article. He describes the sitter as Chinese. I know Lindy and sat with her over a number of years. A little research might have discovered that that she is Australian of Chinese ancestry, born in Brisbane in 1954. This is not a trivial observation as who is and who is not an Australian is a contentious cultural and political issue. People of Chinese ethnicity have lived in modern Australia since the early days. They have made a significant contribution to Australian society and yet this is often airbrushed out of the dominant cultural narrative.
Thanks Michael, I’ll pass on your message to John – I’m sure he’ll appreciate the pickup and be happy to make a change to the article.
I enjoy the article
I fully support BMIMC in their concerns re the possibility of a commercial aviation enterprise nearby. This could have an undesirable impact on their nearby meditation centre that they run.
The location if the BMIMC Centre was chosen for its quiet & tranquil location & this environment has supported many hundreds of people over many years seeking just such a peaceful environment.