Krishnapriya playing veena at the Indian dinner. Steve Bonnell accompanied her.
I came to Spiritual Renewal Week for Kriya initiation, which was certainly one of the highest moments, but so many blessings throughout the week. Everywhere I went and everyone on staff radiated joy and enthusiasm and helpfulness. Connecting with one another on that level was so wonderful I had to remark that my experience of love for this extended Ananda family was an ever-present joy: a freedom to be able to love so freely frequently brought me to tears
Every time Swamiji began speaking I was filled with that divine energy anew. Again, there is no doubt that Swamiji carries the Light of the Masters. I am always inspired by his wisdom, his example, his graciousness and humility. Being able to play veena for him, and to receive his blessing several times was a beautiful fulfillment. But that Light and humility and wisdom was expressed by SO MANY of the people I met, including so many young adults. I got to experience more of the village and am amazed, again, at the remarkable success of this endeavor, begun by Swamiji from an idea of Master’s so long ago.
There were so many amazing connections with individuals that I cannot recount them all.
I was most grateful to have my spiritual brothers and sisters from our Temple there with me, reflecting with one another, and especially those who took their Kriya initiation with me. One experience worth telling: I’ve been experiencing singing problems for several years now and inquired about it. Swamiji gave some advice: Sing from the heart, project it upwards and leave the throat out of it. Knowing this alone did not make it so. However, during the singing after initiation, the voice came out amazingly strong and clear and on pitch. Jai Guru!
