Turning Point of My life on Saga Dawa Duchen,2019

For the very first time in my existence, I laid eyes on a stone-carved Buddha that seemed to emanate a distinct aura of authenticity, resembling a tangible presence of the Buddha himself. This extraordinary sight unfolded on the inaugural day of Saga Dawa Duchen, a profoundly auspicious month in the Bhutanese calendar. On this remarkable occasion, I embarked on a journey by bus to Paro, with the intent of participating in a week-long workshop.

The voyage up to Chukha unfolded serenely, but the atmosphere transformed drastically as I progressed from Chukha towards Paro, triggered by a distressing incident involving a Jambo truck accident. Despite our collective efforts to prevent a tragic outcome, the driver's life was spared only to be met with excruciating agony due to a fractured leg and hand.

 Around 5:00 pm, in the company of my friend who serves as a lecturer at Paro College, I ventured into a leisurely stroll around the college campus. It was during this tranquil walk that we chanced upon a group composed of lecturers and trainees engrossed in virtuous endeavors. Their purpose involved the installation of a Buddha painting to commemorate the auspicious commencement of Saga Dawa Duchen. Promptly seizing the opportunity, my friend and I joined their ranks, aiding in the loading of the Buddha painting onto a Hilux before transporting it to a carefully chosen spot for installation.

Upon the successful completion of the installation, an extraordinary vision unfolded before my eyes: the Buddha depicted in the painting seemed to transcend its artistic representation, embodying an almost palpable authenticity. This encounter marked the inception of a series of mystical experiences and profound hardships that I am committed to sharing in the forthcoming days and years.