Since moving here I have become involved with Deer Park Buddhist Center and have had the great privilege of being in teachings with the Dalai Lama twice and a third time is on the way this summer.

I have decided that this year I will take some new risks so am getting involved in some community activities with a Youth Court and a Grassroots Leadership College that I am enjoying a good bit. I seem to be heading my compass toward work with Peacemaking and nonviolence. I hope to attend an immersion training in Nonviolent Communication this year.