Guyana: A Journey of Body and Soul

Well, the presentation on our trip to Guyana seemed like a success (in my opinion), and hopefully some follow-up activities can stem from the meeting. Stories were told, music was played, videos were watched. There was plenty of partial male nudity, and lots of laughs. The presentation was followed by a short discussion, and then the mandatory game of 'Mafia'. Great time for those of you who didn't come out. The purpose of the presentation was to remind people that North America is not the centre of the universe. As we thrive in our comfort zones, we (especially me) rarely take a moment to reflect on the vast difference in the quality of life between us and the less fortunate. A trip to a third-world country really changes one's perspective, and makes one realize that all the things we worry about here are so petty. Life is essentially quite simple, we should live our lives in service to one another. A society comprised only of consumers is destined to fall. The society we live in is one of consumption. Moral degradation is everywhere, and everyone lives their own lives without bothering to look at the bigger picture. Our intention in coming back to Canada is to use our motivation from Guyana to start up some moral-development classes, and discussion groups. All day, every day, we are immersed in either academia at school, or fairly shallow socializing (I am a huge victim), and I think putting aside a couple hours a week to discuss morality and spirituality is something that we can all use. So, drop me comments on what you think, and hopefully we'll get something started soon. Stay up-to-date by regularly checking this site...you WILL be informed!

Regarding the presentation, we had to change the venue because there wasn't enough room. We moved to the John Labatt Centre, because fortunately for us the Knights weren't playing that night. As you can see, a large crowd showed up.

Those two dashing young men on the screen were the presenters, and don't ask why people brought American flags. I asked them not to, but who listens??