Chan 3 Retreat

I attended the three day retreat at Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston. This was my third trip to Houston for a major event at the Zen Center. Pulling into the parking lot after the long drive and stressful navigation of the Houston traffic and toll roads, was like arriving at a welcoming oasis. Participating in a multi day retreat is not a trivial undertaking and I had some nervousness at the start. This was quickly dispelled once the retreat was underway. Even though I had only been there twice before I could remember seeing many of the fellow participants from the earlier trips. I may not have known their names or even have spoken to them, the familiar faces gave me a feeling that I was not alone, but of being with my Dharma brothers and sisters.