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dearest friends – 

whatever the results of today’s election, one thing is clear for me, the only path forward & through this fraught & liminal time is the Way of Love.

the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, said – 

“For hate is not conquered by hate: hate is conquered by love. This is a law eternal.” (Dhammapada vs. 5)

i feel so strongly about this that i had this text tattooed along with the image of the unalome (spiritual symbol representing the life journey & path to awakening) prior to this election. whatever is ahead, i want it to be crystal clear for myself as a reminder & to those who see it, that Love IS the Way.

may open hearts, calm-steady minds, and wisdom prevail on this day & all the days ahead.

~j

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*a huge THANK YOU to Sergio Santiago at 454 Tattoo for this newest piece. he’s a great human, tremendous fine artist & tattoo artist. 🤩🙏🏼