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Reading Notes Part B: The Life of a Buddha

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  Adelphie was broken. She had been traveling all day and night to find Diamantro. She loves him. She had no idea where he has been or where he has disappeared to. Adelphie longs for him, she has had a baby with him and this is her husband. Adelphie asked all the farmers, bakers, and other villagers in their city if anyone has seen Diamantro. Adelphie has spent days on days crying. No sign of Diamantro.   A week has gone by, the sun was about to go down, and walking through the garden was Diamantro. Adelphie was outside feeding the goats and horses when she saw him. She started sprinting towards him but there was a power that did not let her come too close.   Adelphie could not explain the feeling. She was so confused and angry that she could not hug her husband. It felt as if there was a shield blocking her from Diamantro.   Diamantro looked calm and peaceful. He brought his arms up as a sign of peace. Adelphie was in tears, she di...

Reading Notes Part A: Life of Buddha

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  Siddhartha was born on clear, blue day. The birds chirped and ski glistened. God new he had just made the most perfect human. All the bees and flowers sang, animals danced among the horizon, and the ocean waters were calm. All was good in the world. Siddhartha's mother was smiling so big, it was contagious. Siddhartha grew into a young, beautiful woman. Everyone was amazed by her beauty and grace. One day, she decided to walk through the palace gates. She was infatuated with the landscaping of the palace, the glistening diamonds on some of the buildings, and the vibrant colors that decorated the palace. She was excited, because she knew that going to the palace for the first time ever was going to change her life. The guards let Siddhartha with no hesitation, they knew one day she would be coming. God has told everyone that Siddhartha, the most beautiful lady in all of the land, would come to the palace one day to become queen. Siddhartha h...