17

An ex-student is having her baby shower later this month. She is only 17. In today's context, that is simply too young for parenthood. Seriously. Praying that she would endure and that the child could eventually live a creative life.

"So, while you are here, you must leave some trace of your struggle for kosen-rufu in this place. The moment you are so resolved, your vital force will naturally appear."

~ Daisaku Ikeda