letter to a wild monk

grass and trees have buddha nature

 

Other than the birds,

Who watches over you?

Lordly peaks, your neighbors.

White head held pillowed on a stone.

Grey robe ragged, but not soiled

Chestnuts pile up on your path.

Monkeys circle where you sit.

If you ever set up another zendo,

I swear I’ll be the one who

sweeps the floors.

 

Kuan Hsiu