17-9-24 (Harvest Moon)
Today at Tekka Market Food centre for lunch, my mind was on a cat undergoing spaying at the veterinary clinic even as we ate.
I had named her Pema when asked for a name during the booking procedure. “Pema” in Tibetan means Lotus Flower.
As I was wondering if Pema would be all right, a spritely silvered haired woman sat down at the table next to ours, after placing a bunch of lotuses on hers.
We began a conversation when my lunch mate included her in our beverage order.
When our orders came, she paid for all of us, praising my friend for his kindness.
After I told her about Pema’s surgery, she pointed at the 5 stalks of lotus flowers on her table, smiled & said, “See, all will be fine. Be at peace.” 😄
Later on in the afternoon, the vet called to say Pema’s surgery went well. She had woken up & while in cage rest, charmed everyone by extending her paw for high fives. 🙏
May the Harvest Full Moon grant us the clarity to see grace, abundance & completeness in ourselves so that we may see them in others.
Lisa Ong 