All Things Must Pass
10/17/2017
Garden Buddha has been sitting sentinel in my garden for 6 years now.
Sitting in the middle of a dying fall garden or nearly hidden by summer blooms; covered in winter snow or surrounded by spring crocus . . . my Buddha is a constant in the garden. I love looking out my kitchen window and seeing the sun shining on my Buddha. He brings a peaceful presence to my garden every day.
But. All things must pass.
We've decided to re-locate the path that leads through this garden bed. Which means . . . Buddha needs a new home.
Yesterday was his moving day.
Tom prepared the ground in his new location, loaded him up in the wagon, and settled him into his new space.
(You can see that Garden Buddha got an upgrade: waterfront property!)
I think this will be a perfect location for him. He'll appreciate the calming water and the shade of the larch tree. And, while I'll miss seeing him out my kitchen window, now I'll be able to keep my eye on him from the living room.
In honor of Garden Buddha's move, Tom has written a poem. (Haiku, of course!)
Buddha relocates
Garden eminent domain
He remains sanguine
I like his new location. Looks like a great place for some quiet time.
Posted by: Juliann | 10/17/2017 at 08:27 AM
Garden Buddha got an upgrade, you crack me up! I would like to get a similar Buddha for my yard. No waterfront property to be found, though.
Posted by: Carole | 10/17/2017 at 08:52 AM
A friend was just telling me about "Anicca" yesterday. I think it means all things are changing and inconstant, so I'm sure Buddha is content with his lovely new location. I love Buddha getting a wagon ride!
Posted by: Bonny | 10/17/2017 at 09:07 AM
If one has to move it should at least be an upgrade. Looks to me like his new home is perfection. You have a nice view of his world, too. How lovely for you all.
Posted by: margene | 10/17/2017 at 09:42 AM
Oh, he's going to enjoy that waterfront location!! ;)
Posted by: Vicki | 10/17/2017 at 09:43 AM
The wagon ride is hysterical! And Buddha looks so content in his new location. The water will be soothing. Love Tom's Haiku!
Posted by: Vera | 10/17/2017 at 09:54 AM
Buddha is a lucky dude. :-)
Posted by: Patty | 10/17/2017 at 10:12 AM
This post is just all kinds of lovely.
Posted by: Kim in Oregon | 10/17/2017 at 10:49 AM
ooohhh, I look forward to new views - and I'm sure Garden Buddha is feeling most peaceful about his new (waterfront!) place.
Posted by: Mary | 10/17/2017 at 04:47 PM
I am with Carole, cracking up at the two of you and your wit! I do agree, dear Garden Buddha indeed got an upgrade, may he and the fish remain sanguine! XO
Posted by: AsKatKnits | 10/18/2017 at 07:48 AM
I think I would relocate him again and use that spot as a meditation spot myself!
I enjoyed the post, the haiku was a perfect touch!
Posted by: Anni Z | 10/18/2017 at 08:08 AM
I'm pretty sure you were more worried about all of this than Garden Buddha would ever be. :-)
Posted by: Bridget | 10/18/2017 at 11:57 AM
Buddha is Buddha-ish. Unperturbed at moving. Ride in wagon? Pah, no biggie. Waterfront location? All places are good. The haiku, though? Buddha chuckles!
Posted by: kmkat | 10/18/2017 at 01:14 PM
Oh my! What a treat you'll have in store as you and Garden Buddha greet/live through each season. I think his new spot is perfect! I love Tom's Haiku and Garden Buddha's wagon ride!
Cheers~
Posted by: Honore´ | 10/19/2017 at 08:42 AM