Constantly circling my mind is the disbelief of how I got here
All this time has passed so fast
Part of me is scared of the future- I don't feel ready
As the semester is coming to an end, I reflect back
Back to the times when I was working towards where I am today
Listen to the words Dr. G shared
Each and every one of us can do hard things
Updated: Nov 14, 2025
All around me are people who know me
People who know me so well that they sense shifts
Reaching out when something reminded you of me
It means a lot when you ask if I’m ok
Check in texts to remind me that I’m capable
I feel so seen, so cared for
This feeling is like the warm sun on a cold day
Yes, I’m so lucky to have people who know me this well
To my lovely friends
One weekend morning I decided to stop by the temple before continuing on with my original plans of studying at a cafe. The past weeks have been rough emotionally for various reasons, which is why I made this stop. I didn't grow up going to temple every week like others. Now as an adult, I find that I want to go. I feel a sense of peace when I can sit by the alters. I was strolling along the lengthy path towards the main building when I saw you, Bác. I saw you with your arms hooked behind you as most elderly do. Not that you were doing anything to draw attention, but I felt my gaze hold on you for some reason. I guess seeing you look at the Buddha ignited some warm feeling in me? I think seeing you reminded me of my Yeye. I made my way towards the Buddha you were in front of. For a moment we both stood side by side in our own thoughts.