mjd 2015
everything living is impermanent.
every thing, every one that is alive will not always be so.
a sense of urgency is necessary -
for each moment matters.
what do you want to leave behind?
will it be a message of beauty and peace,
understanding and compassion?
will you do the work it takes,
and be a warrior for the purpose of living in
and perpetuating peace?
yes, work - being attentive,
practicing right speech, mind and action.
but is anything more worth it?
what will your legacy be?
as thich nhat hanh reminds us:
our own life has to be our message.
in a way, not knowing how long we have,
not knowing what will happen in a minute, a day, a year,
is a gift.
it forces us to bring our 'a' game.
and if we aren't bringing it,
we can become aware and start.
be peace
be love
be compassion
now.
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thank you as always to those who read and participate. to the dear friends who help me along when i falter. i wonder if blogging is going to the wayside (though i am fond of the format) - perhaps next year will be a bit different. if you have any suggestions, please feel free to share them.
