Getting Frail and Strong
My dear friend, Agnidev, fainted at Govinda’s Restaurant
last night evening after a successful lead of chanting at the Kirtan Mela. So, the rumour has it. It’s unknown to some of us the cause for this
beautiful singer’s collapse.
Exhaustion? Dehydration? I hope he’s alright.
One thing is for sure-the body is frail. I had the pleasure to conduct a sanga for
senior devotees, some who are under care and are ‘wheel-chaired.’ Where our discussion went to was ails from
trails. I told of our blissful encounter
with seniors of “Golden Pond” in Massachusetts
The lending with these devotional folks who were listening
to the tales and mantras was very real.
It was a presentation of a slower nature. Because of age and some impaired hearing, I
spoke with volume up, slower and enhanced articulation.
A planned trip across the Jalanghi River Canada
and those from Poland
Maha Shringha is the name of the devotee who led us through
the modes homesteads. He is so much
loved by the rural Bengalis of the area.
For twenty years now he has connected with the locals through food, fun
and friendship. He knows an astounding
number of people, all rather simple and sweet.
It is equally impressive that he knows the townsfolk, so many by their
individual names.
After zig-zagging through the streets with our mantra, a
drum player, and singers on foot, we ended the kirtan at the home of Bhakti
Devi who worked a fabulous meal at her home.
Great people! Great hospitality! Great day! Great night!
May the Source be with you!
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