Ah the end of another year and a new beginnings. The story that I’m reminded of is one that I read at the sangha last night.
Ummon said” I do not ask you about fifteen days ago. But what about fifteen days hence? Come say a word about this!” Since none of the monks answered, he answered "Every day is a good day."
How true, that we live our lives dwelling on past events that we cannot change and a future that, is as well equally impossible to act upon. While it is true that we can make plans for future happenings, the reality is that what we plan for can easily fall apart like a sand sculpture at the beach. While we need to plan and set goals for ourselves we also need to realize that this day, this moment, we are living will never come again. On realizing this we must put the effort forth to live it to the fullest. I love how this is put in the evening gatha.
Let me respectfully remind you,
Life and death are of supreme importance.
Time swiftly passes by, and opportunity is lost.
Each of us should strive to awaken.
Awaken!
Take heed: do not squander your life.
Be aware of moments that can change your life or the lives of others. Act on these and I can guarantee that your life will be richer and more full for it.
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