The visit to the temple involves a 41 days fast that requires the devotee to:
- Wear black clothes
- Remain unshaved
- Walk bare feet
- Avoid non-vegetarian food - supposed to eat food that is only cooked at home
- Avoid alcohol, intoxication and women
- Wake up as early as 4am, have bath and offer prayers before doing anything else
I started going when I was four years old. This was my 17th year to the temple.
I returned on Saturday and spent the weekend reading about the terror attacks on Mumbai. I was shocked to say the least. For long has India and Mumbai been savaged by these stains on humanity. I salute the ones who sacrificed their lives in trying to rescue the hostages. May the souls of the victims rest in peace. I pray that God gives their families the courage and strength to bear the losses.
Its my sister's birthday today. I plan to gift her "The Tales of Beedle the Bard", by J. K. Rowling. I am sure she'll like it.
Today also happens to be World Aids Day. So, people, please spread the awareness.
I had sold my Dell Inspiron laptop two weeks ago and will be getting my new Dell Studio 15" this week. So thats one other thing to look forward to...
Now I better rush to work. Tc.
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Regarding your pilgrimage, all I can say is "Wow"!
That requires a lot of self-control... Not sure if I would be able to do it!
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Good to hear that you had another successful pilgrimage. It must be tough to remain steadfast during those 41 days of restrictions!
I, too, was shocked to hear what took place in Mumbai. My wishes go out to the families and friends of all of the people who were hurt.
In better news, congrats on getting your new computer. I have been saving up for some time to buy one myself. : )
@Prashant and Matt
The restrictions were difficult at first but then you get used to it. In fact, I look forward to it every year. Kinda cleanses your system :-D. Will have to figure a way out to make the pilgrimage next year though, i.e. if I get an admit :-)
@Matt
Thanks dude! Its just awesome. Hope you get a real good one as well. I managed to get a nice discount for this one, thanks to a friend who works for Dell.
Macchan, I have a DELL Inspirion too, it's 6400. How much did you manage to sell your old laptop for ?
The price depends on the condition of the laptop. I managed to get INR 12,000 for the computer that is four years old. Thats pretty decent...
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