Sep 6, 2011 | Green Living, Renewable Energy
Sorry Oscar, but I HATE trash. Case in point; marine garbage patches. What exactly are these giant, floating messes? Technically, these garbage patches, or suspended litter heaps, are concentrations of debris (usually consisting of small pieces of plastic)...
Feb 14, 2011 | Bambu Batu, Eastern Philosophy
It’s a many-splendored thing, it’s a rose, it’s a battlefield. Love is many things, and today, February 14th, is the day we celebrate it. So we’ve collected eight timeless quotations about love that express all its glory and mystery and hope...
Jan 21, 2011 | Bambu Batu, Eastern Philosophy
With the dawn of a new decade, many of us may find ourselves groping for stability; reaching for touchstones of constancy to keep us grounded in the tumultuous adventure we call life; seeking people, objects or ideas that will ensure our security amidst an ocean of...
Jan 15, 2011 | Eastern Philosophy
A samurai warrior makes his way home after a long and arduous campaign against the barbarian tribes of the hinterlands. His robes are stained with the blood of enemies and allies alike, and the specter of death weighs heavy on his mind. Before heading back to his own...
Aug 12, 2010 | Alternative Lifestyle, Eastern Philosophy
Considering the rich foundation of Eastern and esoteric philosophy which underpins both our business model and our way of life, the imagery of Zen, Buddhism and ancient India are virtually inescapable at the House of Bamboo. Few can overlook the wisdom of our...
