On Ching Hai Day 2005 I wish I could sing the following prayer to You personally, but the sad thing is I cannot. I can only write it in hopes that You will hear the voice in my heart singing with all sweetness and joy for You. I hope You like it, too.

Oh, my Creator, You’ve given life to my soul, Reborn in Your shining glory Just like a new shining star in Your firmament. Oh, my Creator, You’ve given A divine consciousness to my soul, And I yearn to know more. Oh, my Creator, I’m propelled into Your creation And enjoy my long journey From state to state, From Heaven to Earth. I ’m always thankful for the grace You bestow on me. How do I deserve all Your love, Given to me from birth To have life and a soul, if not more? You’ve given me the precious chance to live And come to realize You—my true love. How many other creatures have the good luck I have to be aware of You everywhere, To be happy and satisfied each day Because You care for me. Coming to know You Is the sweetest thing I’ve ever tasted. From the varied cycles of my life Full of excitement, encompassed by Your grace And through all seasons of existence I’ve learned to know You, my sweetheart. You remind me in everyday life of my true status In Your firmament of creation. And I wish to share this love with all On this Ching Hai Day. I pray that all of Your creation Will recognize Your love in all things. Only through You will they find peace and harmony. Only knowing Your grace Will they be able to love each other Because You’re in our hearts. Oh, Creator, I care not where You place me In the vastness of creation Or in what position I’ll be among The millions and billions of stars in the sky, As long as I am shining in Your love. Oh, Creator, The only thing I wish is … Please let me be ever conscious of Your divine love.