The Calling
My father was a man of few words, and possibly the worst example of a monk that the world will ever see, though little by little, I aspire daily to surpass him in that regard. While I didn't know the man for very long, and was only present to witness the final and darkest chapter of his life, I did and do still love him, despite everything. For while he left me with his curse, before he departed this realm, he impressed upon me the greatest lesson that I have learned in this lifetime.
"Remember, my son, nirvana is boring."
*Author's note* I wish that I could take credit for the line "Nirvana is boring," but unfortunately, I can't. It's a quote from a little book called "Impotence is always having to say you're sorry and other questionable insights," by Jack S. Margolis. I just thought that it fit Miroku and his lineage perfectly.
