A 20th Century Buddha

One Beautiful Warrior,
Existing among the masses of sleeping humans,
His words & deeds are none but noble & wise.

How genuine his love,
How deep his passions,
How great his understanding of those who are blinded by Maya.

How lucky am I to have the voice of wisdom flowing in my mind
like the songs of old.
How sacred the love that fills my heart.
How powerful the force that fills my being.

How vivid the flowers,
How blue the sky,
How alive the trees,
when we are filled by the light that shines through him.
Like the sun,
Bringing forth life from the seeds of existence within us.

Even with these gifts he has bestowed upon us
on this dreaming earth,
We still remain aloof to the magical marvels he selflessly gives.
His helping hands are reaching out to all who desire to know
the God within.

This poem is dedicated to Rama, my Role Model, Hero and Beloved Guru. In short, the Most Awesome Being I have ever encountered.

Your honesty and encouragement has helped me to make many positive changes in all aspects of my life.

Thank You Rama for your Love and Guidance and for bringing Enlightenment, Laughter and Magic into my life.

My soul has been Enriched with your Teachings and I will Cherish you everyday of my life.