by Sara Burns (Author)
Even as a mother protects with her life
Her child, her only child,
So with a boundless heart
Should one cherish all living beings.
--The Buddha
Amid the delights and difficulties of parenting lie opportunities for real spiritual insights. Themes of this book include: the koan of loving and letting go, going beyond oneself to care for others, and developing a boundless heart.
Within the daily challenges that being a parent presents, Sara Burns, mother and Buddhist practitioner, points out how caring for our children can become a profound spiritual journey.
Author Biography
A parent herself of two, Sara Burns works in London where she balances freelance consulting and analysis with parenting and being an active member of the Western Buddhist Order.
Number of Pages: 161
Dimensions: 0.42 x 8.46 x 5.62 IN
Publication Date: May 01, 2007