Ananda was Buddha’s brother and one of his closest disciples. He had a perfect memory for the teachings and he kept track of activities. He was known for his ability to live an enlightened life as the Buddha had taught.
Mantra is an affirmation chant, truth to rehearse and live by each moment of each day.
I met this great blue heron on my daily walk at Lake Stella, across town from my home on Lake Crescent. Who am I can be answered in many ways, but this year I am a student, learning the art of really living, aspiring to enrich and support my own spiritual life and the spiritual life of the people in my life.
Ananda's Mantra 