I have been meditating almost daily for 43 years and have been part of a local buddhist sangha for over 10 years.
For some reason, in the last few years, age and failing health have led me to embrace my human state with all its imperfections. It is in this acceptance that peace and clarity have come.
I still remain devoted to a daily meditation practice, but letting go at times can bring moments of enlightenment and pure joy.
May all beings be liberated from suffering.
Letter To The Buddha
Forgive me, but
I am a wayward Buddhist
who stays up too late.
Strong chai in the morning
receives my first bow.
During a sitting
my mind wanders
a thousand times,
but mindfulness,
brings it back again
until the bell chimes.
Impermanence is the rule,
so the wise men say,
but still my mind plans
as if I have
infinite time.
So as I gaze
upon your beloved image
as candles flicker
through this endless night,
please remind me that
effort, acceptance and devotion
will bring enlightenment
one fine day.
Author: Barb Clarke
Image: martinak15/Flickr
Editor: Nicole Cameron
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