One of the four noble truths in the Buddha’s teachings is that life is suffering. Suffering not in the sense of physical pain but suffering as it relates to being unfulfilled and unhappy. This feeling of being discontent is usually caused by life not living up to your expectations. The things or possessions you strive […]

While I was recovering from a serious illness someone suggested that I start  sketching and drawing. It seemed like a stange suggestion because I never considered myself to be an artist but I went to an art supply store and purchased pencils and sketchbook and started drawing simple things. My first drawings were terrible when [...]