Everyday from 10:30am - 11:30am I did Karma Yoga at the Health Hut. Everyone at the ashram does one hour of volunteer work and I was most grateful to get this job versus bathrooms! I spent the hour either taking orders or working back in the kitchen chopping fruit or making tea! The hut is open twice a day and it sells fruit salad, fruit juices, porridge, toast and tea. Needless to say, when you only get two meals a day it can get rather busy! I was a big fan of porridge and bananas or the banana milkshake!
The lady I am with in the picture is the only paid employee and she has been there for six years. She speaks very little english but told me that her husband died six years ago from bad spirits - the alcohol kind, and now she is working to support his mom and dad and her two children. She is such a hard worker and strong as an ox. I look like a giant next to her so you can imagine how little she is. When I left the ashram yesterday (more details to come) and said goodbye to her she gave me the warmest hug and a blessing which I did not understand, but I definately felt the meaning.
6 comments:
You look happy,healthy,rested and not too thin.All is well here.
Went to Bax and Meindas for supper last night,all 18 of us at the same table. There was much slurping and talking.Emma might like earrings, as would her grandma!Looking forward to your next posting. LOVE Ma!!
What are you doing for New Year's? Stay safe darl.
Love Sue
Hey Tracy,
You look great. I can only imagine how wonderful you must feel after two weeks of yoga and slowing to the pace...
Best wishes and blessings for a sweet entry in 2009.
safe journey home, too.
Dianne W
Can't wait to hear the details of the Ashram. Looking forward to hearing about the rest of your trip as well. Think of us when your clock strikes twelve tomorrow. Should be a good start to 2009 for you. Love You and Happy New Year!
Lisa
T -sounds like your time at the ashram was very fulfilling!I can't wait to hear about your whole trip. I have to admit though that I miss you tons and tons!We will have to get together pretty quickly after you get home. I checked out pics of then ext beach you are going to - it is so beautiful!! have fun and see you in about 2 weeks!!
Anita
You look fantastic! Happy New Year!! Can't wait to hear all the details when you get back. Lots to update each other on!!
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