Our Virtual Ashram

[Vinayaka]

Y’know, that’s good point. I’m too conscious of my surroundings. And too self-conscious. It’s that damn social anxiety. Temple is about the only place besides work where I encounter a lot of people. I even avoid work functions. But I went to temple Sunday afternoon just to spend time, no pujas going on. I sat and did a couple of rounds of japa. A lot of people came in and did their thing. I sat and before I knew it I was there almost 2 hours. I hated to leave.

That's how, and when I go. Not because of social anxiety, but more just because I prefer quiet. Similar to going shopping Tuesday AM instead of Saturday afternoon.

 

[Aupmanyav]

A lot of people came in and did their thing. I sat and before I knew it I was there almost 2 hours. I hated to leave.

It is beautiful even for an staunch atheist, being alone with oneself, whether in a temple or in a wilderness.

 

[Vinayaka]

It is beautiful even for an staunch atheist, being alone with oneself, whether in a temple or in a wilderness.

I would say 'essential' also applies. No opportunity to allow others to do your thinking for you. I remember as a child of about 14 or 15, just when I was trying to figure it all out, of going for long 3 to 6 hour walks through nature. I was fortunate that we lived in a fairly isolated rural area. One spot was at least a mile, maybe 2, away from any structure where humans inhabited.

 

[Aupmanyav]

We are finally saying good-bye to the cotton quilts (silk covers) that were given to us at the time of our marriage in 1967 (53 years). The cotton is still good for use. We will perhaps make pillows or mattress out of it. We made two children under them. Though with the current quality of work in Delhi, it will not last even two or three years.

 

[Jainarayan]

The cotton is still good for use. We will perhaps make pillows or mattress out of it.

See? Everything reincarnates.

 

[Nyingjé Tso]

-waves-

Vanakkam everyone

How are you doing in these difficult Times ?

Yes I am a ghost, I know

 

[Jainarayan]

-waves-

Vanakkam everyone

How are you doing in these difficult Times ?

Yes I am a ghost, I know

Me too. I’m kind of scarce these days. Still unemployed (furloughed), working on getting settled into our new condo, still depressed and getting more so as this lockdown drags on, and the threat of unemployment benefits expiring in July.

 

[Nyingjé Tso]

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Me too. I’m kind of scarce these days. Still unemployed (furloughed), working on getting settled into our new condo, still depressed and getting more so as this lockdown drags on, and the threat of unemployment benefits expiring in July.

Vanakkam

Yeah, I was kinda worried not to see you much around on Facebook but I'm glad you're healthy and settled !

Is there no hint of reopening on your side ? D: or at least any possibility for hire and work from home ?

 

[Jainarayan]

Vanakkam

Yeah, I was kinda worried not to see you much around on Facebook but I'm glad you're healthy and settled !

Is there no hint of reopening on your side ? D: or at least any possibility for hire and work from home ?

Our governor (I never thought I could hate anyone as much as I hate that jackwagon, God forgive me) keeps extending the “health crisis” and keeping businesses closed. Now it’s the beginning of July. He’s squeezing us, and giving us little by little. He’s trying to get federal aid to balance the budget.

A coworker told me they’re going to start back in the office 3 days a week. They’ve been working from home but I haven’t heard anything about us who are furloughed. I fear this may be an excuse for the company to cut back. If they’ve done without us for 2 months...

Unfortunately if I remember correctly the company said they’d provide benefits for 3 months. That will be July 5th. After that if I’m still not working I will have no health coverage or life insurance. And now unemployment has gotten stupid with payments. They owe me $1200 for the past 2 weeks, another $600 this week.

I do a mantra daily to Lord Hanuman for my job. He helped once before.But I’m more despairing now than I was then, so I hope he doesn’t think I’m faithless I’m just scared. And I know that what will be will be if it has to be, prayers notwithstanding. But I continue everyday.

Sorry to sound whiny, but as desperate as this sounds for me others have it worse. Some small businesses have closed permanently. Some people are still not getting unemployment even after 2 months. So yeah, it’s pretty bad here.

 

[Nyingjé Tso]

Our governor (I never thought I could hate anyone as much as I hate that jackwagon, God forgive me) keeps extending the “health crisis” and keeping businesses closed. Now it’s the beginning of July. He’s squeezing us, and giving us little by little. He’s trying to get federal aid to balance the budget.

A coworker told me they’re going to start back in the office 3 days a week. They’ve been working from home but I haven’t heard anything about us who are furloughed. I fear this may be an excuse for the company to cut back. If they’ve done without us for 2 months...

Unfortunately if I remember correctly the company said they’d provide benefits for 3 months. That will be July 5th. After that if I’m still not working I will have no health coverage or life insurance. And now unemployment has gotten stupid with payments. They owe me $1200 for the past 2 weeks, another $600 this week.

I do a mantra daily to Lord Hanuman for my job. He helped once before.But I’m more despairing now than I was then, so I hope he doesn’t think I’m faithless I’m just scared. And I know that what will be will be if it has to be, prayers notwithstanding. But I continue everyday.

Sorry to sound whiny, but as desperate as this sounds for me others have it worse. Some small businesses have closed permanently. Some people are still not getting unemployment even after 2 months. So yeah, it’s pretty bad here.

Hey don't apologise about anything, it's not your fault ans it's absolutely normal to be scared :0 I find you even very brave to be able to handle this.

Let's Hope it's settled by July then... Isn't there any way for you to scrap some money while they process what they owe to you ?

Stupid online things like surveys or testing Can be done remotely and temporary being a little something on the table :/

Hang in there Jai

 

[Jainarayan]

Hey don't apologise about anything, it's not your fault ans it's absolutely normal to be scared :0 I find you even very brave to be able to handle this.

Let's Hope it's settled by July then... Isn't there any way for you to scrap some money while they process what they owe to you ?

Stupid online things like surveys or testing Can be done remotely and temporary being a little something on the table :/

Hang in there Jai

Thanks.

Fortunately they started catching up with the payments. This hold up affect a lot of people. The governor said it was a banking glitch, but that was an outright lie. He’s been squeezing us, holding funds hostage, and blaming the bank... Bank of America, one of the largest banks in the country. If I got a part time job it would just be to alleviate boredom. The state would adjust benefits to keep it the same amount as I’m getting now. And with the way the system is so fouled up it would be a nightmare getting paid. We’re at the state’s mercy.

 

[Martin]

Our governor (I never thought I could hate anyone as much as I hate that jackwagon, God forgive me) keeps extending the “health crisis” and keeping businesses closed. Now it’s the beginning of July. He’s squeezing us, and giving us little by little. He’s trying to get federal aid to balance the budget.

A coworker told me they’re going to start back in the office 3 days a week. They’ve been working from home but I haven’t heard anything about us who are furloughed. I fear this may be an excuse for the company to cut back. If they’ve done without us for 2 months...

Unfortunately if I remember correctly the company said they’d provide benefits for 3 months. That will be July 5th. After that if I’m still not working I will have no health coverage or life insurance. And now unemployment has gotten stupid with payments. They owe me $1200 for the past 2 weeks, another $600 this week.

I do a mantra daily to Lord Hanuman for my job. He helped once before.But I’m more despairing now than I was then, so I hope he doesn’t think I’m faithless I’m just scared. And I know that what will be will be if it has to be, prayers notwithstanding. But I continue everyday.

Sorry to sound whiny, but as desperate as this sounds for me others have it worse. Some small businesses have closed permanently. Some people are still not getting unemployment even after 2 months. So yeah, it’s pretty bad here.

It's been very tough for people here in the UK too. Lots of people are currently furloughed on 80% of wages, though it's likely there will be more redundancies due to some businesses folding. We're lucky to have the NHS here, so we don't have to worry about paying for health care.
I'm retired, and feel fortunate to be in that position, not having to worry about jobs and income like a lot of people.
Anyway, eventually things will return to a new normal, and I hope most people will come out of it OK.

 

[Jainarayan]

Anyway, eventually things will return to a new normal, and I hope most people will come out of it OK.

From your lips to God’s ears!

 

[Aupmanyav]

First time in more than 20 years that our group of families did not congregate for 'Raksha Bandhan'. Don't know if things will improve by 'Bhai Dooj' (that is the second day after Diwali)?

Meanwhile, great celebrations all over India with the consecration of land (Bhoomi Pujan) for construction of Rama temple at the place where the Babri mosque existed. The whole day is being telecast by all news channels. Prime Minister Modi attends the ritual at 11:30. Home Minister Amit Shah and Petroleu/Steel Minister Pradhan have tested +ve. Environment Minister Babul Supriyo in quarantine.

 

[Aupmanyav]

The quitest Janmashtami as far as I can remember Hopefully, things improve by Diwali..

 

[Sw. Vandana Jyothi]

The quitest Janmashtami as far as I can remember Hopefully, things improve by Diwali..

Hi, Aupji, namaste
And felicitations. Maybe Sri Krishna and His devotees are quietly doing a rethink re speeding up the schedule for His next avatara?

 

[Aupmanyav]

That is not possible. It is at the end of Kaliyuga 425,000 years from now. But crossing these many years, the name of the Lord will be helpful.

They say, that is the easiest thing in the world, Nama Japa.
"Ram se bada Ram ka naam" Anoop Jalota (The name of the Lord is greater than the Lord Himself)

 

[Sw. Vandana Jyothi]

That is not possible. It is at the end of Kaliyuga 425,000 years from now. But crossing these many years, the name of the Lord will be helpful.

They say, that is the easiest thing in the world, Nama Japa.
"Ram se bada Ram ka naam" Anoop Jalota (The name of the Lord is greater than the Lord Himself)

Why, Aupji, spoken like a true bhakta! Nama Japa is the divine dispensation for this age. But you know very well that dear Sri Krishna can change His plans re incarnating any ol' time He feels like it. Never a good idea to tell God something is not possible, especially if the lament of His devotees is sincere. Besides, some portion of His delight in His lila surely must be in demonstrating His power over possibilities. Especially to atheists.

 

[Vinayaka]

The quitest Janmashtami as far as I can remember Hopefully, things improve by Diwali..

Wait and see, Brother, wait and see.

I have no expectations.

 

[Aupmanyav]

The date has been decided by the omniscient Lord. Kaliyuga has right through this period. Did not Pareeksheet accept it?