[Haftdrarp]

Hello Y'all:
Thanks to all for such thoughtful posts. I've re-read them all several times, and will do so again.
In this early stage of my practice, I have found that dealing with my emotions to be difficult. That Cajun side of me is quite passionate, .
I find that my mind has a tendency to frame the Buddhist teachings on one's emotions as edicts to not feel anything. I know this isn't true, but that false idea keeps rearing it's ugly head.
I will continue to sit. Again, I will re-read y'all's fine posts, hoping to incorporate the teachings y'all have shared.
Metta to all,
Bill