'Bodhidharma' Watercolor by unASLEEP

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This quirky painting appeared around the same time I had recently read some writings attributed to Bodhidharma, hence it's name.

Legend has it that Bodhidharma cut his eyelids off so that he didn't fall asleep as he sat and meditated, staring at a cave wall for 9 years. Where he threw his eyelids, tea plants were supposed to grow, and I think that's supposed to have something to do with the Chinese love of tea. The bulging lidless eyes in this painting reminded me of his legend. I don't know what else they could be.

Anyhow, this is a nod to Bodhidharma and his surprise 'visit' to me. I hope you enjoy him. What do YOU see?

Peace-
unASLEEP



LINK TO ENLARGED IMAGE: Click here on http://www.unasleep.com , then click on Self-Created Watercolors, and click on magnifying glass next to the painting you wish to see up close. And don't forget to come back and comment and let me know what YOU see in these paintings, as well as what you think of them. What do they mean? Do they mean anything? Only you can tell.

THERE'S MORE: Also, check out my main channel at http://www.youtube.com/unasleep to see some in-depth videos on enlightenment.

REMEMBER, what you are looking for isn't found here, or anywhere else you can look. It can only be found within. My highest hope is that what I can offer you will assist somehow in your recollection of what you already know. Bring it forward. It's already there.

Much Love-
unASLEEP

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[nancyl2]

I had a dear New Friend send this being my way, I looked at the date of this post, It is on my Birthday April 18th, Yes I cried. Things come to me in this manner and it means so much. Like a shout-out that this was part of my New Path. Chills still going up and down my spine. Peace and Love!! :-)