Traveling the Road to Lhasa
October 23, 2009 by marcome
Filed under New World Music, News - Nouvelles
Travel along with me, on the road to Lhasa. The name of this city in the clouds (one of the highest capitals in the world) literally means “place of the gods,” and is the seat of the Dalai Lama and capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region in the People’s Republic of China. While it may be quite a hike to reach the 3,490 metres (11,450 feet) elevation, the journey is well worth it. It is a transformative experience.
When you consider Tibetan monks, images of meditation and peace probably come to mind. These holy men are well-known for their chant “Om Mani Padme Hum,” which roughly translates to,”Hail to the Jewel in the Lotus. Hail to Him who is the Jewel in the Lotus. The chants help them along their spiritual journey to achieve enlightenment, or Buddahood: a state that is said to be one of “continuous bliss mixed with a simultaneous cognition of emptiness, the true nature of reality.”
Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet (image from reurinkjan on Flickr)
Animals are like teachers…saying to us…Take a break!
January 28, 2009 by marcome
Filed under Photo Gallery
Patchou teaching me to relax!
Animals are sometimes teachers!
January 28, 2009 by marcome
Filed under Well Being & Self Growth
Patchou teaching me to relax!
It occured to me that my dogs are helping me in some ways. Here is Patchou (derived from Patchouli), lying on the sofa, relaxed and happy to be! It reminds me to take it easy, enjoy a break and get centered…
Why a New Age Music Blog?
January 26, 2009 by marcome
Filed under New Age Music
Welcome to Marcomé’s New Age Music Blog
You may be wondering why I felt the need to start a new age music blog. After all, isn’t new age music about, well, music? Aren’t blogs supposed to be about pets or fashion or politics?Read more
