Since my first tandem flight and my first formal meditation class I sensed that I could learn these two arts and perhaps master them. Paragliding clinics, competitions, yoga training, retreats, lots of practice and many tears followed, and my glider became my best companion and yoga my path.
I remember a Chinese restaurant in Bogotá, Colombia where my family used to go on special occasions when I was a child. I was fascinated with the sitting Buddha at the gate. The statue was taller than me. I would approach it with a combination of respect, fear and curiosity.
“Rub his belly and make a wish. The Buddha will grant it” the owner of the restaurant explained. After barely reaching the belly colourful candies fell into my hands. But, what happened to my…
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Cross Country (Digital) - 1 Issue, May 2016