By  Masaki Iwahara/ Japan

Cherry Blossom 

Cherry blossoms are the national flower of Japan!  Although beautiful, their blooming period is short! They inspire us in our spiritual cultivation to remember that the length of life is not the focus. The true focus lies in living a vibrant and brilliant life. Particularly now that Buddha Maitreya is coming to save all beings in the three worlds, here lies the best opportunity to live a full and purposeful life. If we do not seize the opportunity, it will vanish in no time!