Fiercebuddhist
Welcome.
I am happy that our paths have crossed. Here you will find various poems, articles and photography. I hope that you enjoy them and visit often. I am currently working on writing “A Haiku A Day” so that I can, perhaps, have enough good ones for publication. If you are wondering what a “Fierce Buddhist” the following declaration should clarify.
As a Veteran I served my Country to make sure that the Constitution was upheld. Now, I feel compelled to defend that same document. The oath I took is as follows:
“I, William Sheehan, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; “
As a Buddhist, I also have an obligation to do what I can to benefit all sentient beings, not just the privileged few. If I see something or someone that is hurting others I must step forward and do what I can to assist them.
In Buddhism this is called a Fierce Bodhisattva. I am only on the path to Enlightenment and can only say to be a Fierce Buddhist.
I hope you will read, think and act.
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Fierce Buddhist
http://fiercebuddhist.wordpress.com/
Welcome.
I am happy that our paths have crossed. Here you will find various poems, articles and photography. I hope that you enjoy them and visit often. I am currently working on writing “A Haiku A Day” so that I can, perhaps, have enough good ones for publication.If you are wondering what a “Fierce Buddhist” the following declaration should clarify.
As a Veteran I served my Country to make sure that the Constitution was upheld. Now, I feel compelled to defend that same document. The oath I took is as follows:
“I, William Sheehan, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; “
As a Buddhist, I also have an obligation to do what I can to benefit all sentient beings, not just the privileged few. If I see something or someone that is hurting others I must step forward and do what I can to assist them.
In Buddhism this is called a Fierce Bodhisattva. I am only on the path to Enlightenment and can only say to be a Fierce Buddhist.
I hope you will read, think and act.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 124 )
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Buddhist Proverbs
This Sunday, April 15th 2012, I have been asked to give the message at the Buddhist Temple of Chicago. I decided to discuss the “Four Dharma Seals. Read more
Posted on 13 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Haiku Tip #3
Shiki’s tips for beginning haiku writers1. Be natural 2. Don’t bother about old rules of grammar and special points like spelling, kireji. 3. Read the old... Read more
Posted on 13 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
10 Ways to Celebrate Poetry Month
Since this is National Poetry month I thought I would gather up a few ideas to spark interest. Have fun! Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day The idea is simple:... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Hanamatsuri
Today was a special day at the Buddhist Temple of Chicago. Today we celebrated the birth of the Buddha. Most Buddhist congregations celebrate the Buddha’s... Read more
Posted on 08 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Beethoven, Mindfulness and Meditation
In Buddhism we speak of being “Mindful” during meditation. In meditation there are two parts of the mind; Concentration and Mindfulness. Concentration provides... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
At the Media Circus
reflected image looks surprisingly good- fun-house mirrorOur self image is generally distorted. Sadly, the mirrors such as television, magazines and movies set... Read more
Posted on 02 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Blue Heron Ver 4
in the marsh stands the prophet- blue heron waitsSo far I like this image best. Read version 3 for comparisonRead version 2 for comparisonRead version 1 for Read more
Posted on 01 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
April Fools Day
to those hurt it’s no laughing matter- april fools dayI have never enjoyed April Fools Day. As a child I felt bad for those who were pranked and I also felt a... Read more
Posted on 01 April 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Lottery Silliness
lottery hype shows statistical ignorance- death more likely This Senryu spewed forth after reading a discussion by a group of people talking about the lottery... Read more
Posted on 31 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Children’s Earthday Haiku
Here is a haiga (haiku + image) my daughter (age 7) did for Kids-Count-For-Earthday-Haiku competition. If you are on Facebook please visit and click like. The... Read more
Posted on 31 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Congress Hates Veterans
While at the Veterans Hospital today I read a disclaimer that the staff had put on the counter at the dental clinic. It said:“We would like to advise you that i... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Happy Birthday Leonard Nimoy
Today is the 81st birthday of Leonard Nimoy aka Spock of Star Trek. He is my wife’s favorite on the series and in honor of our meeting him we celebrate his... Read more
Posted on 26 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Status Haiku - Art Give-A-Way
Reblogged from lifeasgood: The first thousand of my haiku are published and available for download from Amazon Kindle. Click through the link to find it in the... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Feature Writers: Do You Need Article Ideas?
Reblogged from Charlotte Digregorio's Writer's Blog: If you are short of ideas for feature articles, let me give you 42 of them, based on articles I wrote and... Read more
Posted on 22 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Empowering Women and Girls
As the father of two wonderful girls I am always excited to find another way to help empower them and others as well. Today I stumbled across an ebook called... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Editing the Haiku of Richard Wright
Today I decided to give an example of editing a haiku. I love the work of Richard Wright and just discovered his book called “Haiku, This Other World.”(1)... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
First Flower Ver. 4
This version is, once again, edited a bit. I prefer the word “lunch” to “basket here. The below combination of image and haiku is called a Haiga and you can... Read more
Posted on 20 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
101 Ways to Be Happy
Reblogged from Hands-of-Faith Holistic Healing Centers® Blog: Do you want to be happy? Of course you do, who doesn’t?! Here are 101 easy ways to achieve a... Read more
Posted on 19 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
Silent Spring
winter departs old friend missing silent springI am very sad at this moment Spring is arriving and there is something missing. I could not place it until just... Read more
Posted on 19 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY -
First Flower Ver. 3
sunlight rouses daffodils- picnic basketHere is the third revision of “First Flower.” This version comes after a discussion with Robert D. Wilson of Simply... Read more
Posted on 18 March 2012 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, CREATIVITY