[Hong Kong] To Hong Kong fellow initiates, this year was unique, as it was the first time a Children's Day celebration was arranged for young initiates. A simple yet colorful party at the Center left everyone, young and old, with beautiful memories. A two-day Easter retreat preceding the party brought bright faces to those attending the jolly event, livening up the festive spirit.

Departing from weeks of cold weather in the mountains where the Hong Kong Center resides, a brilliantly sunny day was taken in through Master's extra blessing and initiates' diligent meditation. The songs of birds and insects rose one after another, making a grand chorus.

While adult initiates were still enjoying their samadhi, half-initiated boys and girls on the first floor of the Center had already started a face-painting party. Adults and children smeared paint on each other and themselves. The heads of the little initiates were topped with crowns woven by their elders with rattan and leaves. It made them really fun guys!

After singing, dancing and playing, Miss and Mister Makeup were elected among the children. Every little initiate was rewarded with a chocolate Easter egg. A wide choice of delicacies was served at the party. The kitchen staff of the Center specially selected a menu for the kids. The foods chosen were all the children's favorites.

Seeing an increasing number of little fellows, the initiates from the Center's garden group recently have considered building a playground close to the entrance of the Center. It will include swings, seesaws, slides and bridges. Previously, most of the activities at the Center were organized for adults. But in the future, more emphasis will be placed on the needs of the young fellow initiates.

At the festival of Children's Day, we thought of those children who had not been properly taken care of. Compared to many other children in society, our young fellow initiates have been living under Master's loving care. How lucky a group they are! Following Master's example of boundless love, we serve and pray for those boys and girls who are less fortunate.