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How are you a friend to yourself?

Posted on Jun 3rd, 2008 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

I take myself to Borders for coffee, journal writing and magazine browsing.  Three of my favorite things.  I also go for coffee and journal writing at coffee houses, diners, anywhere that will let me sit... More »

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What kind of person do you want to be?

Posted on May 7th, 2008 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

It's so hard to say because I become that person more and more ever day.  But if you ask me to describe what I'll be like 10 years from now, chances are I won't get... More »

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What made you choose your profile picture?

Posted on Oct 25th, 2007 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

The first job I ever wanted was to be an astronaut.  It was also the first "dream" I gave up on.  Yet at the same time I never gave up on it.  Having my picture... More »

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Who do you feel most similar to?

Posted on Oct 25th, 2007 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

My best friend, Lisa.  See my friends list.  She's the beautiful redhead blissologist.  We've known each other for almost 20 years now.  We both have the same first name.  We majored in textiles atart school... More »

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What would you say to the person you were one year ago?

Posted on Oct 24th, 2007 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

You will be going on a Zen  Retreat  with Reb Anderson and it will be fabulous.  You will also be going to the hospital and this too will be fabulous in its own demented way.

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What one thing do you feel you're an expert in?

Posted on Oct 20th, 2007 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

Textiles.  Which was my BFA, my masters is in library and information science but aside from being really good at organizing things I don't feel like an expert in information or libraries for that matter. ... More »

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Are you more proud of your accomplishments or your character?

Posted on Oct 19th, 2007 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

Depends on when you ask me.  When at work, I would say my accomplishments.  When at a Buddhist temple or zendo, I would say my character.

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Would you want to be friends, or housemates, with yourself?

Posted on Aug 22nd, 2007 by Lisa : Aspiring Bodhisattva Lisa

Friends, sure absolutely.  I have a great sense of humor.  I'm patient and calm with people.  I'm into all kinds of stuff and find everything interesting.  Housemates, well, to be honest?  No!  I'm messy.  I... More »

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