I like these 'composite paintings' from 18th century india. It reminds me of a composite Durga that my friend Dave game me once. Durga was created from the power and the energy of all the Gods. All of the shakti combined made her powerful enough to destroy the evil buffalo demon, Mahiasura. It would be interesting to know if there is any relationship between the Hindu Myth, and these Mughal Paintings.
I found this painting, and many more, on "Journey Round My School"



Also, for your enjoyment, here is a traditional version of "The Mahiasura Mardini Stotram" a song the celebrates Durga as the Fierce Warrior who defeats the Buffalo Demon. Those of you who go to Amma's programs will probably recognize it, it is a favorite.

subdue the vagaries of mind. excellent.

this truly bizarre music video by "The Avalances" features a girl doing scorpion pose. in the background, you can also see her in Urvha Dhanurasana. Enjoy!

Most likely, you all know who Yo-Yo Ma is. Randy Sutin, however, is probably more of a mystery. Randy is a really sweet guy that I practice yoga with occasionally; we had a fun weekend together down in Yogaville last spring. He is also a jazz musician and elementary school music teacher. Well, He has entered a contest, in which the winner gets to record with Yo-Yo Ma. I like Yo-Yo Ma, and I think it would be cool if Randy got to work with him. You can vote for him here.

Also, here is a video of Randy's School Kids performing David's "Love, Peace, and Freedom".

I really like this video. Dr. Levy teaches graduate level courses with Titles like "Information and Contemplation". He stresses the importance of having quiet time to think. He discusses the different types of thinking and the need for leisure and mental sanctuary. It reminds me of something I read in a Robert Anton Wilson book once. Something to the effect of 'employ the machine, so the human has more free time'. Levy seems to be on the same page, but his discussion is a little more serious, and a little more comprehensive.