One thing leads to another.

I am in the Foundations Program at the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care. After listening to Chodo and Roshi talk about their travels and encounters with people who don't have access to basic medical treatment, I decided that I needed to do something to help. I registered for the Florida Ironman held in November of 2011. I planned on using the Janus Charity Challenge as a way to raise awareness about the work of the Zen Center and to raise funds for this non-profit organization. Two days after I made this commitment, the Janus Charity Challenge program, in place for 10 years, was cancelled. It seems the the WTC (Ironman) and Janus can't find a suitable agreement which would allow them to continue the program. That's the main reason that I've started this blog. I'm looking for ways to raise money for the Zen Center so that they may continue to support the sick, dying and suffering across this planet. The Janus Charity Challenge matched or donated to individuals who participated in certain Ironman races in the US. They also provided online donation gathering for the racers and distribution to the non-profit. I'm going to participate in the race regardless of the inability of two big corporations to find a way to continue to benefit others. This blog will be one of the ways I connect with others about fundraising, Ironman, yoga, fitness or anything else that is of interest to me...(hey it's my blog). Hopefully others will find something useful, entertaining or thought provoking. If not, please start your own blog and let me know what's on your mind.