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Story of Bunniness: Hazel and Fiver

Hazel the bunny, Photo courtesy of Donna W. Click the pic to follow them on Facebook!
Fiver the bunny, Photo courtesy of Donna W. Click the pic to follow them on Facebook!
With special thanks to Donna W., today we have a heartwarming story and a double dose of bunniness.

Like so many bunny lovers, Donna has experienced the heartbreak of losing a bunny. She had a bunny named Mr. Sparkle, who was “crazy and affectionate and silly.” They had a special bond and spent hours together on the floor. She would talk with him. He would snuggle with her. And often they would sit nose to nose.

Sadly, Mr. Sparkle left this world early and Donna was faced with a difficult and unexpected loss. Through her grief, Donna managed to find a greater appreciation for living each moment to the fullest. When she thinks of Mr. Sparkle now, she thinks, “the light that burns twice as bright, burns half as long, and you have burned so very very brightly.”

Hazel the bunny, Photo courtesy of Donna W. Click the pic to follow their blog!
Hazel the bunny, Photo courtesy of Donna W. Click the pic to follow their blog!
As so many of us know, a bunny never truly leaves your heart and it can be difficult to welcome a new bunny after such a loss. But eight years after losing Mr. Sparkle, Donna welcomed the two adorable buns on this page into her home. She says Hazel and Fiver are “sweet and funny,” and she is enjoying getting to know their special bunny idiosyncrasies.

With deep respect for your loss, Donna, I commend you for finding the courage to open your heart to bunnies again. It takes a great deal of strength to do so, and I am sure you are reaping the rewards on a daily basis. May you, Hazel and Fiver share wonderful moments of bunniness for many years to come!

For more about Donna, Hazel and Fiver, be sure to follow their Facebook page and their Bunny Blog!

Moment of Bunniness: Babs

Sometimes, we all need a reminder that there is beauty in the world and that we are all part of that beauty. To remind us of this, here is the lovely Babs, decked out in her floral finest. She is delighted to share with us her message of beauty and her thoughts about how we can make our lives beautiful works of art. Thank you to Maria R. for this great photo!

Babs the bunny, Photo courtesy of Maria R.
Babs the bunny, Photo courtesy of Maria R.

Moment of Bunniness: Kaku

With special thanks to Eric I. for perfect pic of Kaku and his teddy bear friend, here is a lovely example of how bunnies teach us that friendships can often be found in unexpected places.

Thanks for the reminder, Kaku. May you continue to share bunniness with all those you encounter!

Kaku the bunny, Photo courtesy of Eric I.
Kaku the bunny, Photo courtesy of Eric I.

Moment of Bunniness: Eva

Thanks again to the House Rabbit Connection for today’s moment of bunniness.

This is the lovely Eva, taking time out of her busy day to prepare her mind and spirit for whatever tomorrow has in store.

During this exciting season of giving, Eva has come to remind us that we can’t forget to take some time for ourselves. If all we do is tend to others, we will lose track of our own bunny center.

Don’t forget to give yourself some space this holiday season–be just as good to yourself as you are to the bunnies around you!

Eva the bunny, Photo courtesy of the House Rabbit Connection
Eva the bunny, Photo courtesy of the House Rabbit Connection

Holiday Book Offer 2015

Click on the cover for US buying options.
Click on the cover for US buying options.
Need an inspirational gift for someone on your holiday gift list?

Give the gift of bunniness with Bunny Buddhism: Hopping Along the Path to Enlightenment and get a free Bunny Buddhism quote keychain!

Here are the important details:

The Offer

Anyone who buys a new (not used) copy of Bunny Buddhism: Hopping Along the Path to Enlightenment online or in any store between November 27, 2015 and December 15, 2015 is eligible to receive a free Bunny Buddhism keychain (a $4.50 value).

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Where to Buy

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Happy Holidays!

Moment of Bunniness: Bungie

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With thanks to Ashley L. for this playful pic, here is Bungie to share with us his secret to bunniness.

Bungie the bunny, Photo courtesy of Ashley L.
Bungie the bunny, Photo courtesy of Ashley L.

Ashley tells me Bungie’s life motto is: “Just chill. And when in doubt, pretend to be part of the stuffed toys.”

Well, Bungie, that sure sounds like some Zen-like bunniness to me. Thanks so much for sharing your bunny wisdom with us!

Moment of Bunniness: Kokomo

Once again, we have the House Rabbit Connection to thank for today’s moment of bunniness. This is Kokomo in the midst of a tiny hop, just coming a bit closer to share a message of kindness.

Especially as we approach the holiday season, I thought Kokomo’s pic might be a good one to remind us that we all encounter frustrations in our lives, but that is no reason to abandon our commitment to kindness. Kindness begins with each of us!

Kokomo the bunny, Photo courtesy of the House Rabbit Connection
Kokomo the bunny, Photo courtesy of the House Rabbit Connection

Moment of Bunniness: Julian

Today’s beautiful moment of bunniness comes to us from the good people at the House Rabbit Connection, who work tirelessly to help bunnies in Massachusetts and Connecticut find safe, healthy, and loving forever homes.

This is one very sleepy bun named Julian with a reminder that we must first learn to focus on peaceful thoughts, and then all of our moments both waking and sleeping will be peaceful and happy in turn.

May you sleep peacefully, Julian, and may your message of peace and happiness reach those who need it most.

Julian the bunny, Photo courtesy of the House Rabbit Connection
Julian the bunny, Photo courtesy of the House Rabbit Connection

Moment of Bunniness: Luna

Thank you to Courtney W. and her beautiful bun, Luna, for today’s moment of bunniness. Be sure to check out Courtney on IG and YouTube for beauty, fashion, food, travel, and the occasional glimpse of Luna!

I love this bunny quote because I am very much at the beginning of my own journey into the unknown, and the look of quiet anticipation on Luna’s face inspires me to be calm as I try to approach my new path with curiosity and openness.

Thank you, Luna, for sharing your experience of bunniness for the benefit of all beings!

Luna the bunny, Photo courtesy of Courtney W.
Luna the bunny, Photo courtesy of Courtney W.

Moment of Bunniness: Bruce

Today’s feature bun, Bruce, was a rescue bunny who had two homes before his foster home, and only after that did he find his forever home with Jennie R. Now, Jennie tells me Bruce is “a much loved happy house rabbit” and it sounds like they both continue to benefit from having found one another at just the right time in their lives.

Big bunny thanks to Jennie for the beautiful photo. Thanks also to Bruce for the reminder that life encompasses many things and that patience is crucial because bunniness can be found at any moment along the way.

Bruce the bunny, Photo courtesy of Jennie R.
Bruce the bunny, Photo courtesy of Jennie R.