History
In 1994, a third roof was added to the Ashram. This was built on top of the two failing roofs.
In 1994, a third roof was added to the Ashram. This was built on top of the two failing roofs.
Every year in North Texas we experience storm season from the months of March through June, then again in the fall from October through December. These harsh storms bring strong winds, tornadoes, and large hail every season.
It is important to note that the Ashram does not have home insurance and because of this all expenses are left to the community to cover. The cost of insurance is more than the Ashram can manage month-to-month.
In 2014, we experienced a severely harsh hail storm that rained golf ball-sized hail demolishing our roof.
As a way to keep costs low and protect residents, participants and sacred art we have spent the last 15 years patching leaks on the roof of our teacher quarters and meditation hall.
After years of this practice we are faced with the reality that we are in need of a new roof. The leaks have been unmanageable for the last 7 years and the damage is increasing on the ceilings and walls of the community hall. The cost keeps accumulating and we are forced to address the roof with proper construction.