Buddhists all over the world are probably busy preparing to celebrate Vesak Day, the birthday of Gautama Buddha which happens to fall on Sunday, May 22nd 2005, a full moon (fifteenth day) of the fourth lunar month.
As usual my family and I will join in the celebrations by visiting two Buddhist temples. The first stop is to a temple (refer Buddhas rest under trees entry) for a free vegetarian lunch before making a trip to the second, a century old temple for prayers and blessings. One has been visiting the latter temple for the past several decades. Donations to both Buddhist temples are optional in case you are wondering. And they form part of my favourite charities.
A Happy Vesak Day to all, this coming Sunday.
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