V. Wayne Hughes

Contributing Writer
Many subjects, many genres for V. Hughes - v. hughes
Many subjects, many genres for V. Hughes - v. hughes

Hello to all,

Formative Years: Military brat, military service

Jobs Held: As a Buddhist monastic with the Order of Pragmatic Buddhists I teach, write and practice in a uniquely American way.

clerk/typist, record store, music warehouse, data entry clerk, tax clerk, retail manager, data entry manager, encyclopedia salesman, meat salesman, perfume salesman, customer service supervisor, chef, cook, dishwasher, prep cook, parent, winery tasting guide, house cleaner, music booking, writing,

Interests: Buddhism, writing, backpacking, hiking, photography, doing research, reading, my lady Molly, my dog River, pop culture, cooking, Red Dwarf . . .

Strongest Held Belief: Causality is a fact.

I bow with respect.

V. Wayne Hughes

Latest Articles

Shepherd's Pie Recipe
A classic English comfort food made with mashed potatoes, vegetables and meat meets the American melting pot.
Oct 30, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Pecan Pie Bar Cookies
Pecan pie, a traditional Southern dessert in easy to nibble on cookie form. Baked twice helps them taste nice.
Oct 28, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Mid-America Buddhist Association (MABA)
Traditional Buddhism practiced in Missouri just an hour from St. Louis. Beautiful scenery and the compassionate teachings of the Buddha for a peaceful mind.
Sep 29, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Buddhist Iconography
Buddhist iconography, like the teaching of Buddhism transformed as it moved away from the Vedic traditions of India.
Aug 19, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
The Buddhist Sangha in America
Practice is key to being a Buddhist. Practicing with a Sangha is the key to staying committed to practice.
Aug 14, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Red Beans and Rice with Corn on the Cob Recipe
Delicious, spicy red beans and rice made quick and easy from a box and your imagination. Wondermous Cajun dinner recipe that is better than the box.
Jul 12, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Breakfast with Buddha by Roland Merullo
There is more to Breakfast with Buddha than the flyleaf leads one to believe. It is a road trip and a spiritual trip in one book.
Jun 17, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Ultralight Backpacking Games for the Campsite
Backpackers and hikers go ultralight with gear; why not ultralight with games? Have fun in camp without overstuffing a backpack.
May 29, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Apple Cinnamon Pancake Breakfast Recipe
The aroma of apples, warm cinnamon and brown sugar, and pancake batter and the easy to make apple cinnamon pan-cake breakfast recipe will bring happy morning faces.
May 27, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes
Spinach Stuffed Rigatoni Recipe Meal
Delicious meals can start with convenient packaged foods by adding some extra love. Try this Spinach Stuffed Rigatoni meal starting with frozen pasta in a bag.
Apr 23, 2009 - V. Wayne Hughes