What a chance?!

”Even a chance acquaintance is decreed by destiny.” It is a Japanese proverb means,

"The encounters and exchanges with passing strangers are not mere coincidences; they happen due to destined connections."

In early July, we decided to visit Kamakura for sightseeing. As we strolled along Komachi-dori, I heard a voice calling out, "Hmm? Could it be?!"

"Himali-san?"

It was Himali-san, someone I had met only once in Vancouver, but who had left a strong impression on me.

Back in 2011, I was performing Reiki during a fundraising event for Tsunami recovery support, and this lady suddenly appeared. She walked with a straight posture, her hair tied up in a bun high on her head, and a flowing scarf wrapped around her neck. The moment I saw her walking confidently, I thought, "Ah! I want to be friends with her!" Since then, we continued to connect.

I had just arrived in Japan from Chilliwack, and She was thoroughly enjoying her visit to Japan with her family. To unexpectedly encounter each other in Kamakura felt like it had a deeper meaning.

2nd Photo

I wanted to express my gratitude to the young woman who created the first network with me on Goto Island. So, I invited her for lunch at my place, where I used the new oven to make homemade pizza and tomato sauce pasta and chance to use the many plates that came with this house.

I'm grateful for this connection.