The recent Celestial Jewelry exhibition in Japan was an immense blessing for this island nation. It was a precious and unforgettable experience for me -- a newborn baby to the Quan Yin family of just a few months.

I was looking for a job when the decision was made to exhibit the S.M. Celestial Jewelry in Tokyo. Therefore, I was hesitant and uncertain whether I could be of any assistance at the exhibition. As the date approached, I learnt that fellow initiates were holding a one-day retreat at the Tsukui Center in Kanagawa-Prgf, to pray for Master's blessing for the success of the exhibition. Quite suddenly, I changed my mind and decided I wanted very much to join the working team. Although registration for participating in the work was over, I was unexpectedly permitted to join the one-day retreat, and was even issued an entry pass for the exhibition. I subsequently became a member of the working team.

During the one-day retreat, fellow initiates from Formosa came to explain to us patiently and in great detail the profound meaning behind each piece of Celestial Jewelry. We deeply appreciated Master's infinite love and protection, and Her intent of awakening our longing for the heavenly kingdom through the Celestial Jewelry. After learning about the great secret symbols of divinity, I suddenly felt a great responsibility resting on my shoulders. I began to feel uneasy because I was uncertain whether I could convey the message accurately to visitors.

Fortunately, a fellow initiate encouraged me: "It is only secondary whether you can accurately explain things to the visitors; the main lesson is to understand in greater depth and absorb Master's teachings." Since the Formosan fellow initiates had had much experience in holding exhibitions, they reminded us repeatedly: "Just relax and greet the visitors with a cheerful, blissful heart and a smiling face. That will be enough. As for the other details, Master has Her own ingenious arrangements. There is no need to worry about them." Upon hearing these words, my uneasiness and nervousness slowly disappeared.

The exhibition opened amidst Master's immense love and splendor. Our display booth remained a grand attraction throughout the show. Laughter filled the air and there was no end to our happy exchanges. Exquisite and lustrous, dazzling and resplendent, the Celestial Jewelry in the showcases were ever more enticing and alluring than pictured in the News magazines. The uneasiness I had before was long forgotten. I was never more comfortable in sharing with them my deep appreciation of the priceless Celestial Jewelry. The non-stop play of Master's audio-tapes at a corner of the booth ensured that Her infinite compassion shone on us constantly.

I had long heard that many amazing phenomena could occur if one was to wear Master's Celestial Jewelry. This time, I had a chance to witness it personally. An initiate tried on the "Positive Victory" set of necklace and earrings. Incidentally her left ear was slightly injured that day, so she tried on the right earring only. As soon as she put it on, her right cheek shone with such radiance that exclamations burst forth from all who were present.

Hence, Supreme Master Ching Hai's Celestial Jewelry rekindles and brightens our inner light, sometimes guiding our lost souls toward seeking our origin. There have been countless testimonies that Master prepares the most befitting Celestial Jewelry to meet each and every person's needs. Therefore, when one puts on the first piece of Celestial Jewelry that appeals to their eye, one's most noble and beautiful qualities immediately come to the forefront. This has been proved with every one of the endless stream of visitors who frequented our display booth during the show.

On the final day of the exhibition, we received a visit from an initiate who had placed orders for three different sets of Celestial Jewelry on the first day of the show. His cheeks flushing with excitement, he recounted how he received three unexpected, large business orders after placing the orders for the Celestial Jewelry. Other fellow initiates had similar experiences as well. Each day at the exhibition was a day of unique experiences and great inspiration, which helped me better understand Master's fantastic arrangements for us.

Throughout the exhibition, I had to stand from morning till evening and my legs were not accustomed to it. They became as rigid as wood and hurt terribly. Yet, I never wanted to leave my post for a moment except during the midday recess. I never went to the rest area near the venue that was rented for fellow initiates to take a break during the exhibition because I was reluctant to leave the Celestial Jewelry even for a short while. Until the last day and the last minute, the venue remained spirited with enthusiastic fellow initiates and admiring visitors. As the exhibition drew to a close, we stood quietly on one side watching each piece of Celestial Jewelry being put away carefully and safely. In our hearts, we were delighted at the success of the exhibition, but we also felt a tinge of regret for having to part with the Celestial Jewelry.

When we were about to leave the venue, magnificent neon lighting illuminated the middle of the main hall all the way from the ceiling to the first floor. Extending over tens of meters, the lights flashed rhythmically to the beat of the symphonic music. Suddenly a flashing shower streamed down from heaven in multi-colors -- yellow, pink, green, red, blue, rainbow, gold and silver. The cascade of water transformed into light, like a shower of love and the marching music sped us on to the golden era. Our souls soared, and we were filled with ecstasy. It seemed that Master was a harbinger, bringing a message from the heavenly kingdom to us. This enthralling sensation of spiritual upliftment was beyond words.

Thanks to all the incredible arrangements, I got the chance to learn a precious lesson. I am grateful to all the fellow initiates with whom I worked during the exhibition, who have given me much advice and encouragement. Finally, please accept my utmost gratitude, Master, for Your everlasting love.