(802) 633-2384With Hello, There’s Goodbye
I left Karme Choling – a Shambhala retreat center in northern Vermont – after working there for almost three years. Driving away on that snowy December morning, I felt surprised.... Continue reading
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The List
Karme Choling: what you have taught me, what I have learned, and what I will remember. A.K.A., the List. I’ve learned how to open I’ve learned how to love I’ve... Continue reading
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A Reflection on Three Summers at Karmê Chöling
Karmê Chöling. What is there to say, really? I have been a summer volunteer at KCL for the past three summers. Living and practicing for short periods at KCL has... Continue reading
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Upgraded Internet Service Helps Spread the Dharma
Last month, Karmê Chöling’s Technology Department completed the final phase of its upgrade to fiber-optic internet access. This upgrade enables Karmê Chöling to now live stream talks by the Sakyong and... Continue reading
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Welcome to the New Front Desk Team!
Along with the seasonal falling of the leaves, gradual changes are taking place in the staff mandala of Karmê Chöling. Within Guest Services, we have two new faces at the Front Desk,... Continue reading
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fireball
i am a fireball, learning how to be a lake. both are me; a lake of fire walking across itself to kiss your forehead my dear, take my hand walk... Continue reading
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Leveling Up
This poem was written during a Level 1 retreat in July 2016 taught by Shastri Nick Kranz at Karmê Chöling. Photos are also by Kassie Harris. A million tiny faces... Continue reading
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A Strawberry Solstice Open Mic Night
On June 20, 2016, Karmê Chöling staff and guests gathered around a lively fire to celebrate the summer solstice with an open mic. Programs manager Emily Forse played the part... Continue reading
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An Untitled Poem
i trimmed back the blueberry bushes because their branches are like old memories and i knew i should be thinking about which branches were healthiest but i was thinking... Continue reading
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A Texan in Vermont
When it snows where I come from the whole city tucks away in confusion. When it snows at Karme Choling life springs into action the birds hop and play... Continue reading
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Welcome to the Karmê Chöling Blog!
I am so pleased to write the inaugural post for Karmê Chöling’s blog! As the Marketing Specialist here, I promote the center and all of our offerings. I am so... Continue reading