As dusk sets in between the wide Zanskar Valley mountains the streets are dark and calm, as though the daily life of cars and busy people has been hushed back to traditional ways.
Tonight there is no power in Padum and the soft glow of candles flicker from the windows of dhabas and shops. In a home one can see a monk sitting cross legged on the ground doing a late night task and enjoying conversation over the soft flicker.
The source of this simple glow and lack of electricity allows for the easement of truth and presence.
Erin and I enjoy a bowl of thukpa for dinner as the flickering light brightens the face of one another. This clarity and calmness flowed into deep conversation with Sonam (the principle of the school in Padum and refugee of Tibet). The soft flicker of candle light matched the tone of hardships faced and lessons learned by Sonam in his push out of Tibet when he was only 6 years old.
This simplicity in lighting seems to bring back this simplicity of being... allowing for such presence and clarity. This blessing is a reminder to stay connected, slow down and to use awareness in utilizing these innovations of the mind and technologies as a tool.....
To enhance the harmony and stability of all life.
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