ॐ♥ Notes from a dusty spiritualist...

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Come fly with me and other tawdry 60's songs

I leave in the morning. The taxi arrives around 3.45am, and my husband will drive with me to Calcutta's Dum Dum Airport (I couldn't make that up...), a 3 hour ride away at that time of the morning when the roads are quiet.
There, my winged chariot will take me 2 hours away to Bangkok. I'll arrive at lunch time and depart the following evening. My hotel is booked, my shuttle will be waiting at the airport, and the streets of Bangkok beckon. On my list, Thai spices for Brenda in Paraguay--a shopping order only an expat in a third-worldish kind of shopping environment could understand.
So I'm ready: my bags are packed, my heart is starting to ache, and the sounds of the village are sharper, keener than usual...I want to remember every birdsong, every leaf, every flower, every footprint, every quirk and endearing trait that might normally frustrate but which today are like precious jewels I want to gather into me. As we draw away, my eyes will fill with tears, and I will think, as I always do, "I wish I was staying..."
See you in Bangkok...






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  2. I hope you have a safe flight! You're on your way to New Zealand, correct?
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  3. How long will you be there?
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  4. You're off to New Zealand just as my father in law is flying here from New Zealand. Wishing you a safe flight with good on board meals, and hopefully you won't have 2 kids like mine kicking the heck out of your seat.
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  5. You have a very cool life, Braja. And your writing is wonderful. Enjoy Bangkok!
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  6. is Vodka Mom posting for you while you are globetrotting? now THAT would be good. "use the vodka bottle as your prop for the sitting duck position" safe travels!
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  7. Travel safely!! Give my best to Tauranga! xo
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  8. New Zealand? WOW! Is that where you are originally from? I sorry I forget!!!

    Doesn't matter really!!! Your from EARTH just like everybody else!!

    Have fun in Bangkok!! Take photos! Post blogs!! You know, the usual!!!

    Safe flight too!!!
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  9. Can't wait to hear where your travels are going to take you! I love that we get to come along!
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  10. Have a great time, can't wait to see pictures!
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  11. Have fun! Don't do anything Vodka Mom wouldn't do.

    I wanted to leave it wide open for you.
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  12. Have a wonderful time Braja :-)
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  13. I always wanted to go to Bangkok... But my old co-workers (who did a conference there) told me that if I ever did, I should never eat at a restaurant where I see staff washing dishes outside with dirty water. I always appreciate travel tips - because you never know.
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  14. Be careful of those Tuk Tuks in Bangkok.

    Have a great trip.
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  15. Uhh.. May the Force be with you.(ahem)
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  16. Take care, have a great trip, stay safe.
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  17. Happy Trails Braja. And Happy Adventures.
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  18. Be safe Braja, we need you!

    Peace - Rene
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  22. You are too good. Hanging with us in Bangkok. I'd be all, "See ya suckers!" until I arrived at my final destination. Be safe, and we'll talk to you soon! :)
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  24. What! We thought you are going off to a far of land to tide over summer heat of an Indian village, when did you plan this Bangkok trip? Did I miss anything as I was away, anyhow enjoy Thai food and the famous nightlife out there.
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  25. The village will still be there when you get back, and you know everything will still be the same. Just think of all the material you'll have to blog about.

    Ya, I didn't think that would help either.
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  26. For how long are you going there ? I mean...you are coming back right ?

    Well, have a fantastic time there. I have some wonderful memories of Bangkok ! Wonderful memories !

    Safe trip. The keen sounds of the village will stay with you...in the hustle bustle of Bangkok !
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  27. have a lovely flight into fantasyland!
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  28. Sounds kind of like you are leaving permanently--its just a trip--right?
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  29. Have a safe journey. I know you will miss the Village, but It is not going anywhere. Have a fun trip to Bangkok and your destination.
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  30. Safe trip!
    I too cry to leave - then love the trip. hope you do too.........Aloha
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  31. Gosh, that's come around quickly - All the very best on this journey, Braja - Rest well, eat properly, haggle like a loon, and keep in touch, dahling! See you in NZ! x
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  33. Once you survive Dum Dum airport, you can do anything.

    Safe and joyful trip!
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  34. Have fun in NZ, girlfriend. And if you weren't already missing home, you wouldn't be who you are! XOXOXO~
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  35. Have fun, Braja! Can't wait to see the pics!
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  36. Thats awesome Have fun shopping and have a blast! Hope you find some unbeaten paths to explore! And enjoy the crazy food!
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  37. Confucius says.. man who go through turnstile sideways going to Bangkok. Sorry I couldn't help it. Have fun in Thailand!
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  39. I am so out of it.... I hope I get to talk to you before you head out!!! How long in Bangkok before heading to NZ? And what a beautiful little post. I can't imagine the ache that your body/mind/soul are feeling at the prospect of leaving India behind. Another exciting chapter lies ahead, though, and you know that your loyal minions anxiously await your reports on life through its changing arenas. :)
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  40. I hope the trip is uneventful and the stay is enjoyable. You'll continue to blog, yes?, and I will continue to check in on your and your other-side-of-the-world life...
    And I will continue to save to come to India.
    xoxo
    Pearl
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  41. I loved the short time I spent in Bangkok. Have a great time!
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  42. "One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster..."
    Your post just brought that song to mind, since we're on the subject of old and obscure songs (in the title anyway)
    Have a great trip!
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  43. What takes u to Bangkok? I barely have a reason to go to the grocery store
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  44. Henry the Dog's MumMar 11, 2009 12:05 PM
    Have a wonderful time, keep in touch and I do hope your back holds out. If Henry were here he'd give you his love:) xxx
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  45. Safe journey, my friend. Wear your red panties!
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  46. New Zealand is on my list of places I'd love to visit... Have a wonderful time!
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  47. holy shit, did you leave without me:??? My alarm didn't go off!!!!!


    goddammit.
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  49. Sadbhuja just rang and told me you were in a car accident. I thought I would read your blog.
    I'm thinking of you. I'm praying.
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  50. I hope you are having a great time!
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  51. I'm with you ...
    all the way.
    Have a foot massage for me in Bangkok please.
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  52. I'd say something nice, but I think I'm jealous.

    I've got something for you on my blog; despite my jealousy you totally rock.
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  53. The accident was serious. You can read a short summary of it.
    http://aniruddhaji.posterous.com/pray-for-jahnudvipa-and-braja

    Please pray for them...
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  54. more news:
    http://www.prabhupada.org/rama/?p=4422
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  55. Wow... I just don't get that melancholy when I leave Indiana.
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  56. Dear friends of Braja, my name is Paul (Prananatha das) and I'm a close friend of Braja's from NZ. I'm currently staying in Mayapur. It is with great sadness that I must inform you all that Braja & her husband Jahnu had a serious car accident on the way to the airport. This is NOT a joke. Their taxi collided head on with a truck at high speed at aprox 6am yesterday morning. She and Jahnu are in the ICU at Kolkata Apollo hospital. Braja has suffered a broken arm, facial injuries and possible hip injuries. She had plastic surgery on her face yesterday. She is conscious. Jahnu has suffered broken ribs, punctured lungs, punctured liver, broken legs and arms and has a fractured skull. He has not regained consciousness since the accident. He has a 60% chance of survival. We all devotees here in Mayapur are very shocked and saddened by this event. We are praying for their swift and complete recovery and ask with folded palms that you all will add them to your prayers. I am here in Mayapur till Sunday 15th March and will follow this blog as much as possible and send through information as it comes to hand. Yours in service to Lord Krsna and His devotees, Prananatha das, Sri Dham Mayapur.
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  57. who's feeding the moo's? how come no one called me?
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  58. I like Bangkock.

    Just not that much. I do, however, have some GREAT fake Channel purses from the place.

    The seedier parts of town were frequented by some folks I was with at the time.

    I could not deal with that. I knew it was happening. I knew it existed. I knew, if I saw it, I would cry, stuff one of the children who were being abused into my suitcase...and flee.
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  59. I want to share with you all a link to a video which was produced in Mayapur just recently. Braja personally sat with me for several hours while I was doing the editing and she made some excellent suggestions. She loved this video very much and planned to watch it every single day that she was away from Mayapur. It is a short (6min) montage of the Pancha Tattva Maha Abhiseka which took place on Feb 25th, just a few weeks ago. Here is the link. I hope you like it. Ys Pd
    http://vimeo.com/3510011
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  61. OH MY GOODNESS! Paul - I've just read about Braja and Jahnu's accident... I'm in tears here. Thank you for letting us know and please please keep us updated about their progress. I'm so shocked to hear about their accident... I'm praying for them both, especially Jahnu. Please let us know if he has recovered consciousness yet... And send my love and prayers to the two of them.
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  62. Awantgo - will you be able to keep us updated about Braja and Jahnu's condition?
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  63. Braja - I just want to let you know that I am praying for you and Jahnu and your taxi driver. Stay strong!
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  64. I'm not the praying kind but my thoughts ans wishes are with you.
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  66. Praying for you and your family.
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  67. Gosh, this is so terrible. I don't believe in prayer but I will think good thoughts for the medical staff treating them.
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  68. Sending lots of positive thoughts. You dont know me but I have popped into this blog from time to time......Best wishes and I hope that you read this message soon Blu xx
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  69. Braja- I am on my knees praying for you and your husband today. My heart is aching for you both- and know that all of us are sending you love and strength.

    xoxoxox
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  70. Everybody - I have posted up a link on my blog: http://ladyfi.wordpress.com where you can read updates on their condition.

    Many thanks to the kind people who are writing these updates!
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  71. Oh, I'll certainly be praying. . . confident that Braja and her husband will recover.
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  72. I am devastated to hear this. You get better THIS INSTANT! Don't make me come over there with my mad healing skillz.

    Seriously, sweety, you all pull through this and come back to us. We love you.
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  73. Braja! I just heard from ladyfi in a comment over at Amy's! Beyond huge amounts of prayers and strength and love are being expedited to you, your husband, and the driver of your vehicle! I'm glued to Vaishnava blog feeds, waiting for updates. My thoughts are with you constantly.
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  74. I pop in here from time to time, you don't know me. But I wanted to send my positive thoughts to you and your husband and the driver as well. I'm am hoping for you all to make a quick recovery.
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  75. My friend,... I haven't the words for this sadness. My thoughts,prayers and maybe even a meditation are going to you and Jahnu and your driver. I hope you can feel all the love, coming from so many parts of the world, as it aids your healing process.
    careful xoxo's, Amy
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  76. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Get well soon.
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  77. Braja,

    I don't know what to say...

    Yes, I do: all my best to you, your husband and the other gentleman injured. I am sending all of my love to you for as long as you need it.
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  78. Braja - I am totally devasted. There are no words to describe my feelings of helplessness. Please get better soon. My thoughts are always with you.xxxx
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  79. Ohhhhhh, sweet Braja. I am in shock here.

    I will pray and pray and pray and pray. You have my word.
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  80. Braja, I just heard from VodkaMom. You and your husband are in my prayers. Know that you are being covered in prayers and well wishes from all over the world.
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  81. Braja, oh my goodness! I just got the news from Sassy Britches. I am sooooo sorry to hear what happened! I don't even know what to say. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your husband. I wish you all the best.

    Cora
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  82. Braja and Jahnu - we are praying for you incessantly. Please come back to us!

    We love you. I love you. Be healed, my friend. Be healed.
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  83. Paul - it's easy to set up a blog, if you'd like to do so - it might be an easier to keep up with all of the updates. And maybe keep us from bugging you!!

    With you having a sign-in, you've already done most of the work.

    Thanks so very much for keeping us informed. May you be richly blessed!!
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  84. I've just heard from Maggie Dammit. Get well, Braja. You, your husband, and the cabbie are in my prayers.
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  85. Prananatha dasMar 13, 2009 08:05 AM
    Dearest friends of Braja & Jahnu, please visit the following website for updates on their condition. http://www.prabhupada.org/rama/?p=4422

    It seems that Braja is very much conscious and Jahnu is showing some signs of recovery. Please continue your prayers, your positive thoughts, your well wishes as we all in Mayapur are doing also.

    Kindest regards Prananatha das
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  86. Prananatha dasMar 13, 2009 08:07 AM
    PS, I will visit them both in hospital this Sunday and post a report to you all. Prananatha das
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  87. I am thinking of you and your husband, Braja.
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  88. Braja....I just came over from Lady Fi's site and am so sorry to hear about all you have gone through so suddenly. Prayers will be spoken on your behalf and that of your husband and the cabdriver. May healing and blessings come your way. With warmest wishes from California.
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  89. Sending neverending prayers Braja's way, asking God to send an army of Guardian Angels to take turns tucking her and her husband under their wings.
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  90. Oh honey! I just heard about the accident from Maggie.
    Sending my thoughts and prayers to you both.
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  91. Just a reader who wants to say, get better, be well, to both of you.
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  92. I just heard the sad news Braja. You, your husband, and the other man will be in my heart and prayers. Speedy recovery Braja.
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  93. Ok, Ok, I'll take up yoga....I am very worried and saddened. My prayers are with you, your husband and driver. You are strong, spiritual and above all, loved by everyone.

    Rest and heal, Braja - We are all here for you.

    Lisa
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  94. Braja,
    You and your husband are in my prayers. I wish you a speedy recovery. So sorry about your accident. Get lots of rest and we will hear from you soon.
    Nicole
    http://8792nuthouseplace.blogspot.com
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  95. Braja, My heart is sick! I wondered why you didn't call from the airport like you had promised. I am in shock. I am praying for you all. Please know how much you mean to me and how often I think of you. I am so anxious to hear from you.
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  96. Oh Braja. I've just got back to France and found out about the accident. I've sent you an email, hoping that one day VERY soon you will be reading it. I'm devastated. I cried when I heard. I'll pray for you, even though I'm not religious. I'll email you a very special photo of my little Henry too, because I know how much you love him.....xxxxxxxx
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  97. I just heard about your terrible news, and just wanted to stop by to wish you and your husband a speedy recovery!

    Rest and heal, Braja.We are all thinking of you guys!
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  98. Devastated is the right word. Lifting you all up in prayer. Picture me by your bedside, yelling at the nurses in a "Terms of Endearment" way and drinking chardonnay out of a plastic cup from a cafeteria in an Indian hospital, (the cup not the chardonnay; though if they'll do that I may soon be your neighbor). Love to you and Jahnu and, the hell, the cab driver I've never met. I'm just sick with worry.

    Thanks to Awantgo and LadyFi for the updates. You guys are amazing. Blessings to you as well.
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  99. Braja, couldn't believe it when I received an email from Belle with the awful news about your accident. So hopeful that you and your husband come through it all OK.
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  100. Braja - I just read your post about karma and now this one . . . how terrible the world is sometimes. It turns on a dime; you know that.

    Sending you and your husband strong, healing thoughts and love. Please get better. xx
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  101. I can't believe it. I'm so sorry. Wishing you both a quick recovery. Sending love, prayers and healing vibes. Everyone is thinking of you.
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  102. So sorry to hear of your accident. Sending many warm vibes your way for a speedy recovery for all three of you.
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  103. Braja and Jahnu, I am sending you positive thoughts of love and light and energies for healing - And strong wishes for a quick recovery for both of you and your driver.

    This has been a most horrific shock, and please know all who care for and love Braja, and the followers in their shared faith, that you are all in my thoughts and wishes - I love you deeply, even although we haven't met, and selfless love is a very powerful emotion xxooxx
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  104. Braja,
    You and your family, all of you are in my thoughts today. I have been out of it but I just heard what happened....
    ((HUGS))
    I wish you all a speedy recovery.
    M
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  105. Braja, my thoughts and hopes are with you and your husband. Wishing you both a speedy recovery.
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  106. Bee just told me about your accident. Don't know any details, but know it was serious. I'm so sorry! My heart aches for you. I will pray and send you the strongest thoughts of love and recovery! Lots of Love, Alyson.
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  107. Braja,
    Hope rests eternal in the human breast.

    I am praying for you and especially for your husband's recovery, and know that the power of prayer among this community will be powerful.

    Your words of your last post were ethereal.. and chilling to the bone. Truer words were never stated.

    Deep breaths. Namaste.
    Colleen
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  108. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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  109. Hi Braja,

    I hope by this time you will be well enough to read all these wonderful wishes for your recovery. We are all praying for you, your husband and the driver involved in this terrible accident.

    Roshni
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  110. Although we’ve never ‘met’ I feel that I know you from following Henry the Dog’s blog.

    What a terrible shock. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your husband and the taxi driver.

    Marie (from the Bogof blog)
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  111. Braja, Sending warm wishes and lots of prayers for healing both for you and your husband:)
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  112. This was NOT why I wanted you to wear the red panties, myne red headed yogi. We are all sending positive energy, prayers and well wishes to you, your husband and the other driver. Peace be with you.
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  113. Braja,

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your husband now. I have no other words.
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  115. Braja, I just found out the news and I have no idea when you will finally find these messages but I just wanted you to know that my eyes are filled with tears right now and I am hoping and praying HARD that you and your dear husband pull through this terrible incident. It tears me apart to think of the pain you must be enduring and I thank God that you are such a strong woman. I will be waiting anxiously for more updates on how you are doing. I am sending love and positive vibrations to your corner of the world!!

    XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
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  116. Get well, Braja! We're all praying that you and Jahnu and the driver have a speedy recovery. We love you!!
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  117. Some more news about their recovery:
    http://mayapur.com/node/1075
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  118. Braja,

    My family, friends and I are praying for you and your husband. My heart aches to hear that you are going through such a painful moment. It's times like these I really wish I were Superman to rescue good people like you from bad things like this.
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  119. Have a wonderful safe trip and record as much as you can and share some with us when you get back?
    "Thai spices for Brenda in Paraguay--a shopping order only an expat in a third-worldish kind of shopping environment could understand."
    Wonderful choice of words.
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  120. Martini mom shared your story.
    You are all in my prayers for a smooth recovery and a safe return home.
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  121. Braja, thoughts and best wishes from So Cal. xoxo
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  122. Braja,

    I just had to explain to my husband (again) why I have tears in my eyes. I believe in you and know that your faith and good karma will pull you through. I won't stop praying for you all.

    Beth
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  123. I LOVE YOU. Sending light and grace!
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  125. I am praying for you both, for a full and rapid recovery. I am hopeful that the love and support of so many in the blogosphere will bring you both home, healthy and happy.
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  126. Oh, dear Braja, I am so terribly sorry to hear this horrible news. I cannot even comprehend what I just read. I am, like so many here, in shock. I hope you know that we are all thinking of you and sending you, your husband, and the driver love, prayers, and profound wishes for a speedy recovery. You are loved.xoxo
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  127. I am dreadfully sorry to hear about your accident. My fervent best wishes for your recovery.
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  128. All three of you are in our prayers. You will be fine.:)You have a ton of people who are wishing you well and a speedy recovery, and I am one of them. Take care.
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  129. sending love dear friend to you and yours..be well xx
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  130. Sending a lot of good thoughts and wishes to you and your family for your recovery. I'm so sorry this has happened to you.
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  131. I'm sending all my love to you and Jahnu. Lilly sent me an email about your accident and the website where I could read what happened. Please, mend quickly, we're all eager to know that you are both recovering.
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  132. sending prayers on the winds...
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  133. will definitely visualize all three healing quickly. stay strong.
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  134. To Paul (Prananatha das),

    Thank you so much for keeping us posted here. Braja has many MANY friends here from her blog. If you can PLEASE tell her that "Panties" (it's what Braja calls me) sends love and good thoughs and prayers for a speedy recovery.

    Braja - We love you!!!!
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  135. Prananatha dasMar 13, 2009 05:40 PM
    Dear friends, Tomorrow morning just before leaving Mayapur, I'll print out ALL your posts on this page and personally read them to Braja when I see her on Sunday afternoon at Apollo hospital. Your servant, Prananatha das
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  136. Braja, you don't know me, I have been following your adventures. I read about the accident on Mary Moore's blog. We will all be praying for quick healing and complete recovery.
    ♥Lilly
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  137. Sending love and prayers xoxo dar
    I found info on Braja at
    http://www.prabhupada.org/rama/?p=4422
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  138. Sending healing thoughts from my family to yours.
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  139. I hope for your health and well being.
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  140. Braja - I add my prayers to the hundreds that are already praying for you & yours.
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  141. our prayers for you, jahnudvipa and the driver ....
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  142. Sending much love and strength to you tonight.
    Liz
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  143. Prayers and thoughts - for you, your husband and the driver. Be well.
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  144. So very sorry to hear the news. I'm sending quiet thoughts for you and Jahnu, and the cab driver.
    June in Oz
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  145. Oh Braja... No. Not you... Not your husband.
    No. you will be fine... You will both get better. You have to!

    You have to! you will get better! You will!
    You Will!

    I love you. I really and truly do.

    You will get better! You will. You have to.
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  146. OH my god Braja! I was blog surfing and saw ur story on other blogs..
    I am soooo worked up now!
    what happened!
    Are you ok? Are you safe? hows your husband and the driver....

    Oh my god!!!!!
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  147. I just found out this horrible news as well. Anxiously awaiting your return.
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  148. I just heard the news from Suzy over at "Hollywood: Where HOT comes to die" -- I am sending good thoughts your way and hoping for a speedy and complete recovery for you all.
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  149. My prayers are with you, your husband, and your driver, Braja.
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  150. p.s., I love you, my friend.
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  151. I just heard the news from Sassy and was shocked and saddened. You are all in my prayers and thoughts Braja.
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  152. Braja,
    Lisa at I Didn't Get The Message is hosting a moment of silence on Saturday at noon (wherever anyone in the world is at that time, in whatever time zone)...so throughout the day you, your husband, and the driver of your taxi, should be receiving bursts of strength and support as noon hits all over the world.

    Love, Sassy B
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  153. I don't know you but I know that I serve a Risen Savior and I am lifting you to Him in my prayers. God bless you and your husband.
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  154. Oh dear, dear Braja. I am praying for you and your husband. May you heal fast and well. We love you.
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  155. I left my prayer on an earlier post that seemed so appropriate - about Karma. I'm back, with more prayers for you, your husband and the driver. The universe is brimming with love for you.
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  156. Braja,
    I can not believe what you are enduring... you, in your lovely mellow way, who guide so many with your peaceful wisdom. Your words have touched my life in real ways. I believe in prayer and mine are with you, your husband and the driver. Stay strong and faith filled.

    Lee
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  157. I don't know - never even visited your blog before. VodkaMom sent me here. I'm praying for you and your husband.
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  158. Braja, Get better... please. You can't believe the amount of prayers and positive energy being sent your way from all over the world right now. We are all praying for you, your husband, and your driver.

    Be well, my friend, and come back to us soon.
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  159. Dear Braja! Sending you lots of loving thoughts from Sweden to heal you, your husband and your driver.

    I'd also like to extend a huge thanks to your fellow devotees who have kept us all updated with news about your recovery.
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  160. Sorry - me again! I was wondering what happened to the truck driver... I hope that he too is all right.
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  161. Braja, recover.

    Or I'm going to be very pissed off.
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  162. Sending some positive thoughts, prayers and vibes your way, in hopes that you, your hubby and the taxi driver all heal quickly!

    Thinking of you in Ohio, and sending peace, love and healing!
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  163. BRAJA I am praying for you!!

    Be strong and come home to us!!!!
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  164. Braja - OMG... I just heard the news and can't believe that it happened. I know Apollo hospital is one of the better ones in India - I'm sending you lots of hugs and hopes for a quick recovery.

    Jill in Chennai
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  165. Sending my love! My heart really goes out to you.
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  166. I just read about it on Blognuts blog!!!! Braja, positive thoughts from here as well... Hope the three of you find the strength to get better soon!!!!!!!!!!!! :-( :-(
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  167. Braja - just coming back, as I will be every day, to let you know that we are all sending good thoughts and peace your way. You and Jahnu are strong - and use that strength to heal. Prayers all the time.

    Chasing sleep for y'all.

    Love always..
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  168. still sending love- will continue to send love xx
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  169. Braja - sending postive thoughts and prayers your way.

    NOTE TO BLOGGERS - I just found an email address of someone who is handling enquiries for Braja - perhaps you could email her your messages and she could ead them when she is up to it.

    A number of devotees are constantly at the hospital and Ramadevi dasi, who is spending a lot of time with Braja Sevaki at the hospital is handling any inquiries about them at her email address ramadevi.acbsp@pamho.net.
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  170. I'm adding my thoughts and prayers for your fast recovery. Sent by Fhina's blog.
    Rosaria

    sixtyfivewhatnow.blogspot.com
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  171. Thoughts and prayers being sent out for you, your husband and the taxi driver. (Here via Margaret and Eudae Mamia's blogs...) I hope everyone recovers well and without complications.
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  172. Beautiful woman, I am so very sorry to hear of your suffering. You are very much missed.
    I look forward to hearing tales of you and your husbands recovery.

    best wishes Ribbon x
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  173. Braja,

    A blog world-wide High Noon Prayer is taking place on Saturday, March 14th at 12:00.

    All bloggers will take a moment to stop and say a silent prayer and send good wishes your way.

    So, you better listen, feel the love and get your ass out of ICU now.

    Sheesh, we have to do everything around this place. :)
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  174. Best wishes and positive thoughts from Pennsylvania USA. I just found you a week ago through Vodka Mom. I hope you're laughing and smiling again soon. They say it's the best medicine. Peace.
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  175. I'm so sorry to hear about your accident. My thoughts and love are with you and your husband!
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  176. Being able to feel the various passages and momentous occasions in our lives is so essential. So many people go through and never acknowledge anything...but your ability to ascribe significance is essential.
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  177. Braja. I am praying for you and yur husband trough this horrible time in your life. He will make it! We all here in bloggy land and beyond are praying for you. You have a lot of great friends spreading the word and everyone is praying for you

    Hugs

    Patti
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  178. Wow...Ok...I came here through Lucklys who came through I don't know who...but I feel deeply touched by this tragedy, I'll be praying for them, let's all gather our best bloggers' energy, they've got to heal.Please.
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  179. All of my positive energy is coming your way, Braja, for you, your husband, and the driver. Know that you are loved. We pray for our speedy recvovery.

    the Grandpa
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  180. Oh, sugar...may you be blessed by the gods of healing with swift recovery, sound in mind, body, and spirit. All of you. If you should find yourself needing anything from the Southern portion of the US, it's yours - providing I can fit in it a bubble-pak for shipping.

    Shade and Sweetwater,
    K
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  181. Oh Braja! I've just heard the news. I am sending all my positive energy your way, for you, Jahnu and your driver.

    Keep strong and get better soon, I want to feel you laugh again when you write a comment.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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  182. Braja,

    Sassy posted about this last night, and of course, anything that my blog besties need, I'll do in an instant. So, when the moment of prayer was requested, I was right on top of it. I'm almost ashamed to say that I was worried, but I didn't feel the true impact of your blogging until I headed over to your blog today. And here I find myself. Reading through almost 200 comments, most dedicated to your speedy recovery.

    I cried. I don't cry. Ever.

    It's amazing the love that we bloggers posses for each other. It's sad that it takes something like this to make us realize it, but I'm glad that I did.

    I'm praying for you.. it's just before noon eastern time, and I'm dedicating a few minutes to you and all of my blog friends now.

    Get better
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  183. prayers, blessings, healing and all manner of love to you all for a speedy recovery on every level....Patrice
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  184. Braja, feel the wave of love from your fellow bloggers. (I know you do) We circle around hand in hand for you and Jahnu along with your driver. We pray a speedy recovery for all. We all miss you and wait for your return. Amen!xoxo
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  185. So sorry to hear about your accident. I will be sending my positive thoughts for your quick recovery your way.
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  186. I don't really "know" you but I've seen comments you've left on other people's blogs and I want you to know that you are in my prayers and I have lifted the 3 of you up for total and complete healing. May your journey be made easier by the love and support of your friends and family. Peace be with you.
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  187. Braja, my prayers for you and your husband and for the driver of the taxi. I hope that you can feel the love from every comment posted.
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  188. Braja, My prayers, too, are for you and your husband and the taxi driver. You poor girl. Please feel the love sent by your bloggy friends.
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  189. Braja, I pray for peace, comfort and healing for all of you! Hugs to you and yours!
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  190. Love and healing thoughts to all three of you.
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  191. I add my prayers for your recovery.
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  192. So many hearts are pulling for you, your husband and your driver.

    It is my hope and prayer that you all recover quickly and fully!

    Vikki
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  193. still roaming around looking for you xoxo
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  194. Some people will do anything for attention.


    (I love you like a sister and am praying day and night. Can you feel it???
    God is with you, as are the hearts and prayers from all of us...)
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  195. Braja...May you, your husband and the driver recover quickly from this unfortunate, terrible accident! We in the blogging community have been offering up our prayers, healing thoughts and best wishes. God Speed! Lisa
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  196. Braja, I read your blog every day and was anxiously awaiting updates from Bankok and New Zealand. I am praying for you, your husband and the driver. You MUST get well because I will see you in Puri in 2010. Queenvicki
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  197. Oh, sweet and amazing Braja...

    I know you all are feeling all the love pouring toward you from your friends and loved ones out here. It's powerful stuff.

    I'm sending my very best wishes and thoughts and prayers to the three of you. I just know you're going to be all right.

    Much love,

    Anna
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  198. What the hell? How did I miss this?

    You're the only woman who calls me a "bitch" to my face.

    I know that you are going to be fine. I feel it. I am focused on your hubby and have set my Church Ladies on the task in their prayer group.

    I am surpressing the urge to say, At least you got to have plastic surgery. But I surpressed it. LOVE YOU!!!
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  199. Crapola! I just found out what happened!

    Lord I'm glad you are okay and that I pray everyone has a speedy and safe recovery! Prayers ascending to you, the hubs and the driver!
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  200. I am always the last to know something in my family, and now this? I am so saddened and disheartened to hear the news of your accident, Braja. I stopped everything I was doing to send a prayer and some good healing light your direction. My very best to you and your dear husband Jahnu, and that poor taxi driver. We are all here for you and pulling for your quick and complete recoveries.

    Warm hugs,
    Kimber at Fragrant Liar
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