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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 20pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Blackadder ITC'; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">From time to time, we can set aside some time for a retreat or a day of mindfulness so we can sit, walk slowly, smile, eat lunch with friends and enjoy being together as though we are the happiest people on Earth. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 20pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Blackadder ITC'; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">This is not just a retreat, it is a treat.”<o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: right" align=right><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 20pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Blackadder ITC'; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">--Thich Nhat Hanh</SPAN></B><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3> <o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: #993366; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">The Broward Lotus Sangha <o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
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<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">Day of Mindfulness and Chanting Workshop<o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
<P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: #993366; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt">In the Tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh<o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">Saturday, June 21, 2008</SPAN></B><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: #993366; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: #993366; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt">At The Vietnamese Buddhist Monastery in Davie, FL<o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center><B><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt; COLOR: #993366; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt">From 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.</SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: #993366"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></P>
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<SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>This <B>Plum Village-style Day of Mindfulness (DOM) and Chanting Workshop</B> will provide a wonderful opportunity for those who want to deepen their mindfulness practice with time for reflection and silence as well as a chance to learn how to chant in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN>In the morning, we will enjoy periods of sitting and walking meditation, as well as chanting from Thây Nhat Hanh’s <I><U>Chanting from the Heart</U></I>. In the afternoon, we will enjoy Deep Relaxation and Mindful Sharing.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><B><o:p></o:p></B></FONT></SPAN><BR>
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<FONT size=3><B><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">This event is free an open to all practitioners</SPAN></B><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">. However, your generosity in providing a <B>donation</B> or <B>Dana</B> for the monastic and lay Sanghas is gratefully accepted and encouraged. Your kind donation to the Sangha or community of practitioners helps us defray the costs associated with this DOM and supports the activities of the Sangha. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT><BR>
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<SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>Please arrive early so you can relax and absorb the peaceful beauty of the natural surroundings and to help the Sangha set up for the day.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </SPAN><o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN><BR>
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<SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>Please respect and appreciate noble silence during the duration of the formal activities of the day. An opportunity for sharing and mindful conversation will be provided towards the end of the DOM.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN><BR>
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<FONT size=3><B><U><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">What to bring</SPAN></U></B><B><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">: <o:p></o:p></SPAN></B></FONT><BR>
<P style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>·</FONT><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>Your favorite meditation seating arrangement (e.g., meditation cushion, blanket, mat, or back-jack). Chairs and limited number of other seating arrangements will be provided by the Sangha.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
<P style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>·</FONT><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>A healthy vegetarian dish to share with the Sangha at lunchtime.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
<P style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>·</FONT><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>Healthy snacks for afternoon tea. <o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
<P style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>·</FONT><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>Non-alcoholic beverages such as water, juice and tea.<B> </B><o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
<P style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; LINE-HEIGHT: normal; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.5pt"><FONT size=3>·</FONT><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.5pt"><FONT size=3>Your own copy of Thich Nhat Hanh's <I><U>Chanting from the Heart: Buddhist Ceremonies and Daily Practices</U></I> if you have it.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
<P style="MARGIN-LEFT: 0.5in; TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; LINE-HEIGHT: normal; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1"><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT size=3>·</FONT><SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN><FONT size=3><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.5pt">In order to be kind to the Earth Mother, we request that you bring your own non-disposable mug or beverage container, plate, bowl, eating </SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">and serving utensils</SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.5pt">, and napkin. </SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></P>
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<FONT size=3><B><U><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">To register</SPAN></U></B><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">, please e-mail Osiris<B> </B></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT color=#000000>at </FONT><U><SPAN style="COLOR: blue"><A href="mailto:osirisnunez@yahoo.com"><U><SPAN style="COLOR: blue">osirisnunez@yahoo.com</SPAN></U></A></SPAN></U><FONT color=#000000>. </FONT><SPAN style="COLOR: black">Directions will be sent to all registered participants.<B> Please register as soon as possible. Space is limited.<o:p></o:p></B></SPAN></SPAN></FONT><BR>
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<P style="MARGIN-RIGHT: 0.5pt"><FONT size=3><B><U><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">To learn more about the Broward Lotus Sangha and this event</SPAN></U></B><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">, click here </SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: blue; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><A href="http://www.browardlotussangha.org/"><SPAN style="COLOR: blue"><U>www.BrowardLotusSangha.org</U></SPAN></A></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"> </SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><FONT color=#000000>and here <A href="http://buddhism.meetup.com/481/calendar/8146744/"><FONT color=#0000ff>http://buddhism.meetup.com/481/calendar/8146744/</FONT></A></FONT><SPAN style="COLOR: blue"><FONT color=#0000ff> </FONT></SPAN></SPAN></FONT></P>
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<FONT size=3><U><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">To learn more about <B>Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh</B> and his tradition</SPAN></U><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt">, click here </SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: blue; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><A href="http://www.plumvillage.org/"><SPAN style="COLOR: blue">www.plumvillage.org</SPAN></A></SPAN><SPAN style="COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT><BR>
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<B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>A Lotus Flower To You, <o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN></B><BR>
<B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>Broward Lotus Sangha<o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN></B><BR>
<SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>P.O. Box 245124 <o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN><BR>
<SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 <o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN><BR>
<SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>(954) 665-4325<o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN><BR>
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<B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>COME MEDITATE WITH US!<o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN></B><BR>
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<B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"><FONT size=3><FONT color=#000000>In the Tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh <o:p></o:p></FONT></FONT></SPAN></B><BR>
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