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  1. Fireside_Hindu

    Children at temples

    Even though I'm not a Krishna Devotee, the children that show up at temple on Krishna Janmashtami make the visit during such a crowded festival totally worth it. Last night during the Kirtan, there were several funny run-ins with some of these 'new people' (As I like to think of them). 1.)...
  2. Fireside_Hindu

    When a pet passes away

    Seriously. I tell our two spoiled cats all the time, "You're life isn't hard. You don't even pay rent." ;)
  3. Fireside_Hindu

    Daily darshan

    Oh, nice catch, Devaki! Also welcome!
  4. Fireside_Hindu

    When a pet passes away

    Also, to some extent I still think of it as "But my ego is going to miss their ego a lot." ;)
  5. Fireside_Hindu

    When a pet passes away

    Mine are mostly over. I think I'm stuck with "obligatory grieving" for a while when it comes to being around other mourners otherwise I look heartless. But hopefully that preoccupation will pass too.
  6. Fireside_Hindu

    When a pet passes away

    *hugs* I'm sorry for your loss =( I don't think there are any rules on it that I've heard of however I think it comes down to the energy you bring to temple. If you are depressed and mourning, that will come with you to the temple. What might be more healing and spiritually cleansing (so to...
  7. Fireside_Hindu

    Daily darshan

    The only reference I can find to a male Hindu God with a Sword is a form of Vishnu called "Nandaka" and the Avatar, Kalki. The other possibility is it is another form of Murugan, but try as I might I can't find visual evidence of this.
  8. Fireside_Hindu

    Daily darshan

  9. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    She's a bit large for any milk crates I've seen however, I like your plexiglass idea. I am going to scout around at thrift shops to see if I can find furniture I can modify. If I can't find anything I might consider selling her if I can find someone interested.
  10. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    Finished! Just in time for Varalakshmi Pooja, although the last coat of Varnish needs to dry. =)
  11. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    You'll have to dig deep for this one: Bronze Hariharan, Half Shiva-Vishnu Murti 24" But there's also this colorful wooden option: Wood HariHaran Half Vishnu/Statue 24" Dakshinamurthy: Brass Shiva as Dhakshinamurti Statue 12" Dhanvantari: Marble Ayurvedic God Dhanvantari 16"
  12. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    I tries using that Sculpy stuff once because you're supposed to bake it. I followed the directions to a T but they came out black and burned :X This story also reminded me of the time I tried to bake a 3D gingerbead angel for my MIL. The dough settled into a nice gingerbread puddle in the pan.
  13. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    There are a couple different kinds available - but yes, you can get it in spray form. The question is whether I'll be able to get an even coat if I can't use a rag to wipe down the whole statue. (Since it's so detailed). I actually used Shellac today which I found out is not the same as...
  14. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    I am putting varnish on her today. I think the issue is there are too many nooks and crannies where painting varnish will be impossible, so those will be areas where moisture can seep in from the air. I live in northern CA and for most of the year this isn't a problem, but our winters are wet...
  15. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    You will be a very tired but very blessed atheist. =D
  16. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    =) Thank you for the compliment and the critique =) When I sculpt I think I stylistically gravitate toward broader than average lips and noses. It shows up in my drawings too. But based on the old masters you are right.
  17. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    Added the bronze layer today. Tomorrow I'll add the details.
  18. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    They also have this beautiful Lakshmi as well:
  19. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    Thanks! Here is a picture of the one I wanted but with a different finish. The one I wanted was more of an antique bronze color. The one I wanted was actually Maa Kali, but as I started working on mine I switched to Lakshmi. Not sure why. Maybe just intuition. =)
  20. Fireside_Hindu

    Lakshmi Murti

    Namaste All, I don't know if defiance is a good reason for creativity but I have to admit it's a powerful motivator for action. I've been swooning over Lotus Sculpture murtis for years but they are way outside my price range at the moment. But there was one I wanted so badly and when it finally...
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