Day 0 of 365: Aspiration

Since I first heard about the Buddhist Middle Way teachings, I had a strong desire to delve in and submerse myself in the logics designed to confound logical mind and bring one to true understanding of the nature of our beings and reality.  After reading several books on the view of the various philosophical schools of the Middle Way, I find myself longing to jump in further but lacking that last push to crack the books and apply myself again.  Recently re-inspired by a wonderful weekend program by Jay Lippman, I've decided to devote myself to a contemplation a day for 365 days.  I'll be posting the contemplations here with perhaps some comments about them.  They may not be done on consecutive days, but we'll make it through all 365.  My aspiration is to bring these these teachings to bear as a support for my practice and path as a practicioner.  You're invited to post comments to describe your experience working with these contemplations if you wish and to engage in respectful dialogue.