A Place Called Ananda, Travel and Pilgrimage

A Letter from Asha: New Zealand Tour

This letter was written by Nayswami Asha on October 29, 2014 while on her trip to New Zealand to give classes and workshops. Dear Friends: We are in the last week of our time here. Inward glimpses of California occasionally break through now, but the best policy is still: “Be here now.” We were warned in advance that New Zealanders … Read More

A Place Called Ananda, Travel and Pilgrimage

Traveling Spirit

A few years ago a friend and I were traveling around Europe. One afternoon, we found ourselves lost somewhere in the French countryside. We had taken the metro to the end of the line and started walking, searching for our accommodations but ending up in a grassy field with few cars or people in sight. It was late afternoon, and … Read More