Enthusiasm for the Community Sand Painting never waned. Playing with the chak-purscaptivated kids and adults alike. And it certainly bolstered Steamboat's deep respect for the monks' tremendous artistry and skill.

Here's the third edition of the Community Sand Painting, the final one that was finished before the end of Mandala on the Yampa (although a fourth incomplete edition did make some serious headway on the final afternoon!).