You are now
like a yellowed leaf.
Already
Yama's minions stand near.
You stand at the door to departure
but have yet to provide
for the journey.
Make an island for yourself!
Work quickly! Be wise!
With impurities all blown away,
unblemished,
you'll reach the divine realm
of the noble ones.
-Dhammapada 18, translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu.
1 comment:
Rachel
I've been reading your blog for the last few days and am finding it intriguing. You sound like a true Peaceful Warrior and I salute you for that. It's comforting to know that there are more and more of us out there. Good luck with the life decision making - I know what you're going through having been there.
If you'll permit me here's a Haiku ...
Covered with flowers,
Instantly I'd like to die
In this dream of ours!
I'll pop back and see how you're getting on. Be a giant!
Dom
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