Those who have great realization about delusion are buddhas. Those who are greatly deluded within realization are sentient beings.

-Dogen, "Flowers Fall"

Sentient beings...

Sentience is defined by Merriam Webster as~ 

Main Entry: sen·tience
Pronunciation: 'sen(t)-sh(E-)&n(t)s, 'sen-tE-&n(t)s
Function: noun
1 : a sentient quality or state
2 : feeling or sensation as distinguished from perception and thought

I believe that all the universe is sentient in it's own way with each individual atom of the universe feeling in it's own way. As human beings we perceive the world around us just a bit differently than say a rock does but it's what we do with that perception that truly matters to the universe surrounding us. That's what makes us different. We can think, feel and most importantly love. Life is a choice, love is a choice and as such should be chosen with great care.

I believe in the Akashic ripple effect and that one one does affects all the universe for perhaps eternity if one is not careful. The power to change your life is very real indeed and should be used wisely. May God grant me the wisdom each and every day to use my mind in navigating this universe. May He show me the way and be with e each and every step of that way.

For more on Buddhism and sentience please look at~

http://www.purifymind.com/SentientBeings.htm