The pink  lotus  symbolizes the purity and wonder of our awakened Buddha nature.   Kuan Yin  is the Buddha of Great Compassion. In Chinese, Kuan Yin means "the One Who Hears the Cries of the World."  Over the centuries, many have heard Kuan Yin's voice, many have met Kuan Yin's image in their hearts.  Kuan Yin has touched and shaped their lives, offered hopes and brought out the potential within those who suffered or felt hopeless.    From bud to pod, the Lotus lives life without regret, for it does its best given the causes and conditions and the circumstances of its existence. Be like the Lotus, live a life free from regret by always doing your best. (3/1/10)