On an unusually chilly May Sunday (were there a few snowflakes?), we joined together for a warm-hearted celebration of the Buddha's Birth.
Participants were invited to join in a noble procession carrying parasols, walking sticks decorated with colored streamers, bubble wands and little bells. The procession was accompanied by bells, drums, and conch.
There was the telling of the story of Buddha's birth.
Everyone had the opportunity to ladle pure water over a statue of the baby Buddha accompanied by Shakuhachi flute music.
The ceremony was followed by a delicious abundant potluck, and gifts from Shao Shan for people's home altars!
