there was an amazing CNN article "Finding faith in Disaster." I have to share one great thought by a Buddist Monk Thich Nhat Hanh:"As we contemplate the great number of people who have died in this tragedy, we may feel very strongly that we ourselves, in some part or manner, also have died.
The pain of one part of humankind is the pain of the whole of humankind. And the human species and the planet Earth are one body. What happens to one part of the body happens to the whole body.
An event such as this reminds us of the impermanent nature of our lives. It helps us remember that what’s most important is to love each other, to be there for each other, and to treasure each moment we have that we are alive. This is the best that we can do for those who have died: We can live in such a way that they can feel they are continuing to live in us, more mindfully, more profoundly, more beautifully, tasting every minute of life available to us, for them."
I have been so moved by the outpouring of care and concern by local people here on Guam. The Chamorros on Guam, who were brutalized by the Japanese in the War, have collected funds, food and clothing to send with our military to Japan. Several thousands of dollars were collected in just one day. To me that is a full circle of forgiveness and love. It has been a highlight despite the dark days of disaster and fear. It is proof that we are all one family and all need each other. Why does disaster happen.... so people have an opportunity to truly behave like the Savior lifting and helping and thereby do as Hanh says, to learn to live more "mindfully, profoundly, tasting every minute of life."
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