August 6th

What we would like to offer our children is beautiful, happy memories that will forever stand out distinctly in their minds, always warm their hearts, and see them through their long life. The summer break is a great time because it offers the most ideal opportunity to do so.

Creating wonderful memories doesn't necessarily require us to do something extraordinary or spectacular. It's not something that needs us to spend a whole lot of money. For example, even with only the sky, the stars and a mother's love and wisdom, one can weave beautiful summer stories together with our children that leave a lasting impression on their minds.

- Daisaku Ikeda

Japanese text:
子どもたちが、長い一生を生き抜いていくうえで、心の支えとなっていくような、キラリと光る思い出を残してあげたい。特に、夏休みは、その絶好のチャンスであろう。それは、何か特別なことではない。お金をかけなければできない、というものでもない。たとえば、空があり、星があり、そして、母親の愛情と知恵があれば、そこから、親子で、心躍る夏の物語をつくっていくことができる。
(Josei ni okuru kotoba 365 nichi, pg. 237)