Leigh Ann Lipscomb
Leigh Ann is a peace-loving, yet politically radical Buddhist eco-type. In 2009 she was ordained by Thich Nhat Hanh into the Order of Interbeing, receiving the dharma name True Mountain of Goodness. She practices with Slowly Ripening Sangha at the Sky Creek Dharma Center. In addition to Buddhism, she has been studying nutrition and alternative medicine for over 10 years. She is an avid gardener of many vegetables and fruits. She lives with her partner and their 3 children in Chico, CA.
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Ph.D. Chemistry, 1992, Georgia Institute of TechnologyInterests
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January 2012 Buddhist Retreat in Chico, CAThis article describes an upcoming Buddhist retreat in Chico, CA, which will be held January 7th and 8th at the Sky Creek Dharma Center.
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Sky Creek Dharma CenterSky Creek Dharma Center is a multi-traditional Buddhist facility and organization in Chico, CA. This article describes its facilities, purpose, and events.
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How to Practice GratitudeConsideration of Buddhist thought, Right Thinking, and the Law of Attraction all may reveal the benefits of practicing gratitude. This article describes my own personal gratitude practice.
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Cancer Prevention for ChicoansThis article discusses cancer prevention strategies in general, those that make sense in any location, together with those specific for Chico, CA in the northern California Sacramento valley.
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A Review of a Chico Meditation Group: The Slowly Ripening SanghaThis article summarizes my experience with the Slowly Ripening Sangha, in Chico, CA, a Buddhist meditation group that practices in the Zen tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh.
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Empire Coffee Brings a Touch of the Pacific Northwest to ChicoThis article describes Empire Coffee, one of Chico's great coffee shops, and explains why it reminds me of the Pacific Northwest.
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3 Lessons on Growing Citrus from a Novice GardenerI moved into a new house, and, for the first time in my life, had a place to grow citrus. This article describes the first three lessons I learned. -
Gluten-Free Chocolate CakeThis article gives the recipe and instructions for how to make a delightful chocolate without wheat or any other gluten-based flour. The recipe uses garfava, sorghum, and tapioca flours. -
A Raised Bed Garden: An Eco-Friendly Do-It-Yourself Gift for Your MomThis article gives instructions for construction of a simple raised-bed garden. -
What Susan Boyle Has Done to MeThis article describes a comical view of how Susan Boyle has inspired millions everywhere, and how she, like Barack Obama, reminds us never to give up on our dreams.
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Effective Holistic Approaches to Swine FluThis work discusses natural, non-drug approaches that are effective against swine flu. Topics discussed include vitamins, diet, herbs and lifestyle factors.
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Tips for Facebook Page DesignA how-to guide for preparation of an eye-catching Facebook page that draws others in. Advise on photo selection and written descriptions are included.