“On the great road of Buddha ancestors there is always unsurpassable practice, continuous, and sustained.  It forms the circle of the Way, and is never cut off.  Between aspiration, practice, enlightenment, and nirvana, there is not a moment’s gap.  Continuous practice is the circle of the Way.  This being so, continuous practice is unstained, not forced by you or others.  The power of this continuous practice confirms you as well as others.  It means your practice affects the entire earth, the entire sky, in ten directions.  Although not noticed by others, or by you, it is so.” — Dogen, Shobogenzo, Continuous Practice 1

Today is the first day I am able to leave the monastery. I walk to the marketplace. But practice continues. And it’s not easy. The mind’s craving is strong.
Upaya is a beautiful place. Many people come through and find the dharma. Many of them do good in the world. It is also a place where one can stand when his feet are sore.