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Afternoon light on largest quartz crystal in the world.
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Blue Ridge Mtns sunset, seen from balcony of room.
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main altar in One Cloud Sanctuary. Statues of Three Pure Ones are protectd by Yin & Yang Dragons. Calligraphy on left says Jing Shen (body spirit).
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Friendly hugs with fellow retreatants is the natural expresion of qigong cultivatioin.
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A local jade goddess lounges beneath a Chinese peacock.
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Spectacular Blue Ridge vistas are seen 360 degrees from Heavenly Mountain.
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One tiger inspires another.
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Marie Favorito testing for Iron Shirt certification - you must stand for 45 minutes.
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Karin Sorvik tests "Embrace the Tree" posture for strong rooting.
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Lao Tzu greets all at heavenly Mtn. His smile was repainted for the occasion.
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Minke de Vos, SEnior Instructor from Canada browses the bookstore.
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Entry to Jade Goddess Dining Pavilion is spacious, with beautiful Chinese paintings on silk scrolls.
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