The more I age in body the more I cling to my ideals. I feel as if the age of life is slipping by more quickly with each day, but I don't rue that. What I do regret is that I didn't do something with my life other than line the pockets of others, and in particular, a couple of women.

Nevertheless, I ponder this often: What could have I done? What could I have made a difference with?

I grow closer to true Buddhahood with each breath. That is the greatest comfort.

I dream all the time, asleep or awake.

Those are my thoughts today.

Om mani padme hum.

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(Buddhist Prayer for Healing)

Just as the soft rains fill the streams,
pour into the rivers, and join together in the oceans,
so may the power of every moment of your goodness
flow forth to awaken and heal all beings–
those here now, those gone before, those yet to come.

By the power of every moment of your goodness,
may your heart’s wishes be soon fulfilled
as completely shining as the bright full moon,
as magically as by a wish-fulfilling gem.

By the power of every moment of your goodness,
may all dangers be averted and all disease be gone.
May no obstacle come across your way.
May you enjoy fulfillment and long life.

For all in whose heart dwells respect,
who follow the wisdom and compassion, of the Way,
may your life prosper in the four blessings
of old age, beauty, happiness and strength.