I’ve completely forgotten about the Australia visa, so did Mel and I applied an e-visa online late last night before my flight departed at 12pm today. I was glad that the visa arrived at 10am this morning.
Once again, I looked at the crowd at the boarding hall, in the airplane and in the restaurant at the airport in Perth. I’ve lost much interest in getting involved in any of their stories. When I look at them, I see myself and I’m not going back to where I once was. I brought a book, Dharma reflection, written by Bhikkhu Bodhi. I spent all my time either reading it, sleep or meditate. Not forget to spread loving kindness to everyone around me.
Once I reached Jhana Grove, we were asked to join the Dharma talk in the meditation hall and I didn’t expect to see Ajahn Brahm teaching. Seeing him was like seeing a Buddha. I listened to him attentively. Wishing I could practise under him and imagination began to flow like streams that continuously flow to the river:))!
We can’t take shower in the morning as we may disturb others. Therefore, I’ve to adjust myself. I shall see what I can do.
This is where I’ll be sleeping tonight.
I deeply appreciate Melanie for helping me so much and those who help take care of the community cats. Without them, this retreat will not be possible.
In order to repay those who are kind to me, I’ll put all my attention to the whole retreat, to observe my body, speech and mind and noble silence and be mindful at all time.
PS: bed cover and blanket are mine!
Cats who teach me to fly... 
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