Time to....Say Goodbye!!

Buddha’s Light International Association South Island Young Adult Division member Ann Hsiao will be leaving for Taiwan on the 19th of November, after over one year of attending high school in New Zealand. One day before her departure, YAD 2 president Danny Chen organized a farewell party at Fo Guang Shan South Island Temple’s Dining Hall.

15 YAD members gathered to share their final words and thoughts with her, with Venerable Juexi giving her valuable advice for her life ahead as well. Venerable Juexi suggested to Ann that whatever path she aspires to follow in life, it is important not to compare the self with others, as everyone has their own unique aspirations and strengths. Venerable Juexi also emphasized that we should not do things just to satisfy others, but to follow our hearts and live our dreams.

Account by Fan-Ping Chiang and Sheng-Han Lim