How sad it is that we do often ascribe our failures to others! Once we accept we act according to our sincere desire, we will stop blaming others and take all responsibility on our own shoulders. This awakes us to the teaching that “at the very moment when the thought that moves you to pronounce the nembutsu is awakened within you, you instantly receive Amida's loving benefit ‘that embraces all, forsaking none.’ (The Tannisho)”

Humbly and respectfully
Chimyo Takehara