Major Events in Sri Lankan Buddhism
247 B.C.E. • King Asoka sends his son, Ven. Mahinda, on a mission to bring Buddhism to Sri Lanka. • King Devanampiya Tissa of Sri Lanka is converted. 240 B.C.E. • Ven. Mahinda establishes the Mahavihara (Great …
Some interesting gifts from grandparents
Here is a small list of fun gifts with messages suggesting ways they can be used. Ideas for 3- 6 year olds • A very small, hand-held magnifying glass. (Found in stationery and variety stores.) Message: This is a magnifying …
Tips on Grandparenting even from a distance
Telephone calls are great to keep in touch. Now with IDD rates quite affordable, calling is a good option. Skype, hotmail, yahoo all have ways where you can talk simultaneously to your family and friends and if you have a …
Sri Lanka Reads
"Sri Lanka Reads" is a part of the larger community program called Savijana that was launched by Laknath Peiris. Mr Laknath Peiris is a Chartered Accountant who after the tsunami has dedicated his skills to help the less fortunate in …
A Reliable Painter
Finally I found a painter who actually cleaned the brushes, tidied up and took care to not to spill on the floor! Dharshana, brought 3 helpers and did a good job. They are from Dompe and they have accomodation in …
Lest we forget their sacrifice
Our Armed forces are sacrificing their lives and all Sri Lankans should not take this for granted. We should all rally around them and help in any way we could. Spreading a little happiness to those who risk their lives …
Victoria Home-Rajagiriya
Victoria Home for Incurables housed at Rajagiriya marks its 119th year, having been inaugurated on March 13, 1888. It was founded by the then Governor His Excellency Sir Arthur Gordon to commemorate the Coronation Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Victoria. …
After Retirement- how to reduce stress
Retirement can be the most enjoyable time of your life so get on with it and start making friends and groups and do things that make you happy….for a change. Many people think retirement sounds like a great idea – …
