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Bonsai
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Hey from TN

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I am growing more interested in Buddhism, and I am a forum junkie, so here I am. :) I have a Christian background, but one not too strong. I am attracted to Buddhism for peace of mind. Right now I am simply focusing on practicing meditation (learning from Mindfulness in Plain English), but I also ordered some books on Buddha, and the history of Buddhism (Old Path White Clouds, The Heart of Buddha's Teachings, and Gesture of Balance) to learn as much as I can.

I love reading, and I am a writer lacking an agent and published book. ;)

Glad to be here! :D
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Hi Bonsai
Welcome to Dhamma Wheel!
I hope you like it here.
kind regards

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Thank you Ben for the welcome!
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Welcome, Bonsai !
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Thanks Aloka!
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Greetings Bonsai,

Welcome to Dhamma Wheel.

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Metta,
Retro. :)
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Thanks retro! :)
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:hello:

Welcome to Dhamma Wheel!
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Bonsai
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Hey David and thanks. Cool avatar!
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Welcome, Bonsai. Do you cultivate bonsai?
With metta,
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Thanks zavk.

If by cultivate, you mean I bought one at Walmart, can't remember the last time I gave it water (I should probably do that right now), and generally leave it alone, then yes I do cultivate bonsai. :)
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Oh.. heh... I was thinking more along the lines of Mr Miyagi in the Karate Kid. :sage: :smile:
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