Today was the 26th consecutive day of meditation. I have reached a point where my mind expects it, it has become a habit - the first hurdle has been jumped. Minimum meditation session is one incense stick, ~ 30 minutes. When I meditated in my 20's, 1 hour was the average time. I had a fortunate run back then, my mind was so supple and strong that after sitting for 15-20 minutes I would reach a deep pool of serenity. Older now, I find it difficult to even grab a glimpse of that wonderful state of mind. I will not get discouraged, I will continue to meditate daily and see where it takes me.
Today I walked to the library. I sat in the large reading room and made a drawing for a card based on a portrait/landscape by the artist Balthus. I wrote a small note to a friend next to the drawing, sealed it in an envelope, and sent it away. I now realize I should make a photo of any drawing I create so that I can remind myself of the creative spirit which glows inside my heart.
