My parents were resistive to freeing captive animals. Because they are not vegetarian and think freeing captive animals is a waste of money. On my Dad’s birthday, he received many kinds of gifts. I said I would give him a very special gift for his health and long life by freeing captive animals on this special day. Somehow he finally agreed to buy some native fish with eggs and happily freed them into the river. I could see he really enjoyed the moment of offering freedom to other lives.

Dear All, Since young, i have been a happy go lucky person! Back in 2015, i was suddenly taken ill and each time the attack come, i couldn’t breathe and grasping for air. Out of desperation, i have sought many for help! In my these few years of struggling, i am fortunate to have come across Shurangama teaching and the moment i surrender to Buddha, i can feel the 365 degree swift in my health. I have learned to self reflect. Thank you for the Shurangama english translation. Last but not least, believe, have faith and gratitude always. Thank you.

把一隻蚊子放生了，並為它皈依。

捐了$100元給印度受疫情影響的災民。

每天把水省下來留給沒水用的人。

Two days ago, a family member was so annoyed by the house flies that flew around the kitchen. The person took out the fly smasher and wanted to kill the fly. I was doing the dishes then and when I saw what is going to happened, I commented, leave them alone, they will be gone before you knew it. I am glad the person listened to what i said, put down the smasher and walked out of the kitchen. I then passed a remark to the fly, I saved you now, if you still not going to leave, I can’t promise I can save you again. I then chanted Amitofo…

Last night a stray cat broke into my home to find food. I chased it out of the house. This afternoon when I came home. I feed the cat.

There was a grubby man who was living on the streets of Chico he carried all his camping stuff on his body and in loose bags. I had a camping backpack and I gave it to him so he could live more comfortably.

Thank you for your dharma and music it has brought me great joy. When asked what is Buddha an enlightened master answers A piece of shit on a stick, or that’s how I remember it, that shocked me at the time and I still think about it. Seeing my community Facebook group complaining about dog poo being left all over the estate, instead of adding to the outrage, I went around with a large bag and picked up as many as I could. They were very grateful.

Dear all, I just donated $2 when shopping today without the cashier’s asking. I wish this is good karma. Can’t wait to receive the album.