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Rain or shine, the monks gather on the main square to start the day with meditation. The combination of the celestial sky, the light in the monastery, and the dedication of the monks was mesmerizing. The silence was powerful. Monks of the Buddhist religion practice meditation for enlightenment through inner awareness and experience, with the hope of helping others and understanding the “true nature of our lives.”
I am the only Westerner who has had the honor to sleep inside this private monastery. It was fate. On my return flight from a previous trip, I sat next to a known Buddhist painter, Mr. Nima Dorji, who had been commissioned to paint this monastery with his dad. To my delight, he offered to become my guide on subsequent trips. It not only gave me special access to the place, but also the opportunity to witness how Nima paints personal and spiritual stories.
Until very recently, Merak, a village in Eastern Bhutan, was accessible only by foot. Villagers were totally self-sufficient and on rare occasions made the one-day walk to the nearest market. Construction of a private road has made their life easier and brought teachers to the village. Merak Villagers are easily recognizable as they wear unique cloth and hats, all handmade from material of the region. There is no crime, kids are safe. This is life at its purest.
