New Year

This was sent to me by a Buddhist monk I know. Good thought to start the new year.

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.

-          The Evening Gatha, chanted at the end of the day in many Zen centers in some form or another around the world