My Sunflower Lady, October 2014

Title:  My Sunflower Lady

Size:  8 x 11 inches

Medium:  Watercolor on Paper

Artist:  betsisanders 2014

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"I am afraid of death.  Is there any way to look upon the world so as not to be seen by the king of death?" ..."Look upon the world as empty."  the Buddha replied.  "This is the way to overcome death.  Cease thinking of yourself as an entity that really exists.  If you look on the world in this way, you will never be seen by the king of death>" (Sutta Nipata)

"Your life is nearly over.  No one is immune from old age and death. Remembering death and keeping it in your mind, practice performing good deeds that lead to happiness for others.  One who performs good deeds and is thoughtful will become harmonious in body, speech and mind.  He will find that death is not to be feared but indeed brings happiness."(Anguttara Nikaya)

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Two quotes from my pocket Buddha Reader.  

Nothing else follows.