Buddha Bless you

I have not
been to
temple
for awhile.
Lots of drama
has kept me
away.
the guilt also.
It felt good
to go in
and pray.
to Find God.
to talk to him.
to thank him.
He guides me.
sitting on my
prayer cushion
I move to kneel.
I kneel and bend
over and pray.
I feel like this
is the most
humbling
position I can
find.
to give my
thanks.
I never thought
that a little
bald fat man
would bring
me back to God.
That's what Buddha
did for me.
He took my
hand and lead
me back to God.
When I needed it.
when I was done
I could not help smiling.
I was full.
Happy.
Forgiven.
I felt clean.
As I was leaving
the Monk was by
the door.
( I secretly call him Barney)
Peace be with you
he smiles and bows.
You too.
I say and bow.
You look like
you feel good today
he said.
I do. I reply.
How could you tell?
Your smile,
he said.
Its the kind of smile
that warms the heart
and the toes.
Thank you.
I say.
I laugh.
He bows and walks
away.
I walk away
feeling so blessed
and loved.