This place is so warm and inviting. Not really what I was expecting when I signed up for my Zen retreat but boy am I happy I went.(I thought I was going to a monastery but honestly, this was probably even better!) Pics prove it’s a beautiful and peaceful location to get away from your busy city life. Even though you’re next to the only stop sign in Magnolia, the town has plenty of small town charm. Honestly I can’t say enough good things about the Flowering Lotus. It’s one of those things you’ve got to experience for yourself. With it being completely voluntarily donations, they allow you to come now– when you need them the most.