Author Archives: William

Retreat 2011 – Blue Cloud

Posted on February 8, 2011 by William

This came to me in an email from Ode. He sent it shortly after the retreat. I made just a few edits. Tom gave me a disc with pictures. Follow this link to see them in a slide presentation. The … Continue reading →

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Retreat Thoughts

Posted on November 29, 2010 by William

First, thanks Mark, for bringing up the topic! I’d like to request/suggest that in addition to how we want to see the retreat structured (what we want to do), that we also share core values or, as it were, what … Continue reading →

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A Love Supreme

Posted on November 24, 2010 by William

Brothers, The above painting is above the alter in a Black African church in San Francisco. They consider John Coltrane a saint. At this years retreat, I will be sharing a meditation and listening presentation of this phenomenal spiritual composition. … Continue reading →

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the Retreat-What Shall it Be?

Posted on November 18, 2010 by William

Brother Woollys, The December meeting is at my new home, just a few doors before Franks. The topic will be the retreat. What do you want out of your time at the monastery? The spectrum is wide open, from silence, mediation, … Continue reading →

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So, what’s woolly

Posted on June 23, 2010 by William

wool·ly also wool·y (wŏŏl’ē) Pronunciation Key adj. 1. Relating to, consisting of, or covered with wool. 2. Resembling wool. 3. Lacking sharp detail or clarity: woolly television reception. 4. Mentally or intellectually disorganized or unclear: woolly thinking. An interesting definition … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Fathering

Posted on June 22, 2010 by William

I’ll be the first to post notes about last night’s gathering at Charlie’s.  Charlie created a good context for our meeting with a welcoming environment and heart felt greeting.  Conversation before the meal immediately led into “check in” spaces.  Mark and … Continue reading →

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Fathering

Posted on June 22, 2010 by William

We pass along a heritage in many ways.  Some do this in a biological sense.  Other ways are no less important.  I think of the thousands  of people that Warren has influenced in his writing about  seniors.  He has fathered … Continue reading →

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Lackey report

Posted on June 22, 2010 by William

The meeting was in high style with some tasty food. Charles always provides a great spread of delicious morsels. I am going to ask Charles how he made the Chicken pasta dish, really yummy. It always feels good to check … Continue reading →

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Charlie’s meeting

Posted on June 21, 2010 by William

The food was exceptional, by Charlie.  Service, by Mark. Conversation about Father’s, and Father’s Day – checkin.  Each Woolly shared their day and thoughts about fathering.

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Charlie’s place – June, 2010

Posted on June 19, 2010 by William

The gathering on June 21st will be at my home on the deck if possible. Arrive at 6:30 to eat at 7:00 as I won’t get home until about 5:30 and I don’t want you to beat me there. The … Continue reading →

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