Wesak

Today is Wesak, the day of the May full moon.

This day is important to Pagans and Wiccans because, of course, it is the day of the month when we honor our Lady, the Goddess, in esbat ritual. However, this day is also doubly special to me because this day also has its own significance within Buddhism.
Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, was born on this day, became enlightened on this day, and passed on into parinirvana on this day. So for Buddhists, Wesak is truly the most auspicious holy day in the yearly cycle. Being a Buddhist and a Pagan/Wiccan (not quite sure which I am yet), puts this day as a big celebration on my calendar.

Today I will honor both the Goddess and the Buddha, though honoring the Buddha is really a much simpler task, by nature. The expensive incense and a nice teacup of fresh rosewater, and a rose candle will be placed on an altar just for him. I would have preferred jasmine but, alas, I don't have jasmine water or any jasmine candles available. Though I think roses are fitting for the Buddha on his birthday/enlightenment/passing day.
As for the Goddess, I may wait until tomorrow night to actually have my esbat. In tribute to the Buddha, tonight will be a contemplative and introspective occasion.

Have a blessed Wesak and May Esbat everyone!
Namaste :)