Quote by Kenneth Rexroth

Mary, my little girl, was confirmed in a Buddhist temple. She saw the Life write up on Buddhism, with pictures of the ceremony, and she said she wanted to be confirmed there because she only liked Jesus as a kid. She was a little disappointed in him when he grew up.

Mary, my little girl, was confirmed in a Buddhist temple. Sh

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This quote reflects the struggle of the speaker's daughter, Mary, who initially admired Jesus but found disappointment in him as she grew older. The mentioning of her confirmation in a Buddhist temple suggests a shift in her religious beliefs and a desire to explore other spiritual paths. It highlights the fluid nature of religious identity and how individuals may evolve in their beliefs and seek different sources of fulfillment throughout their lives.

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