HH Karmapa at Karme-Ling Retreat Centre

In the small intimate shrine room of His Holiness's Lama House, Karmapa's presence filled the room and blessing waves permeated the atmosphere. Every person felt their heart connection as he met our gaze and spoke, telling us he was home. Our dharma activities had the power of his blessing. We were completely inspired by his warmth and radiance, and the support he offered. Renewed strength pulsated throughout my being. Weariness could rest in the energy and power of his compassionate blessings.

He had returned. His words and presence soothed the assembly, and memories of His Holiness 16th Karmapa flooded my heart as tears quietly burst forth.

Home, home at last in the heart-mind of the King.

Long live the King, Father of my Guru!

Karmapa Khenno!

Rina Otero, Karme-Ling Retreat Centre, May 22, 2008