Sai Ram,
The crowd has left. There is plenty of space in Kulwant Hall. The weather, which warmed up a few degrees for several days, is back to normal of 33-34C (Low 90’s).
Lovely days with a nice breeze at night.
What is strange about this time of year is that the weather is hot and breezy as if it is summer while leaves fall from the trees as though it was autumn.
A quick moving thunderstorm went through the area about 3 a.m. on the 31st. A modest amount of rain and slightly cooler temperatures.
People are gearing up for the many holidays in April including Rama Navami, Tamil New Year, Vishnu and especially the one year Anniversary where a large crowd is expected.
Wednesday – March 21 to Thursday – March 22. Rudram, bhajans, arathi and Darshan.
Friday – March 23. Ugadi. Happy New Year. It was Telegu New Year but also celebrated in other parts of India under different names. In the morning a Vedic scholar spoke about the significance of the new year (Nandanam) according to the religious almanac (Panchanga Shravanam).
Afterwards, university students sang a few Telegu songs leading to an Ugadi discourse by Sai Baba.
In the evening, V. Sriramachandra Murthy gave a speech about the significance of Ugadi from a Sai viewpoint. After which Nithya Santoshini gave a wonderful concert that lasted an hour. She sang in Telegu and Hindi with solos in Tamil and Gujarathi. It was moving and soothed us to peace.
Saturday – March 24. Rudram, bhajans, arathi and Darshan.
Sunday – March 25. Another Gratitude Program. This time is was by boys leaving Brindivan Campus. Again songs and words of appreciation as they poured out their heartful thanks to Baba for everything.
Monday – March 26. It was Rudram, bhajans, arathi and Darshan. What was amazing was as we were waiting for the curtain around the Samadhi to open, I saw Sai Baba’s face. It was very large, located in front of the mandir 1st and 2nd levels, even higher. He was smiling as he blessed the few of us that were there.
A little later, after the curtain opened a tremendous Shiva Lingam of the type used on Shivaratri white in color and as big as the whole Samadhi was seen for the entire bhajan session. As time went on, liquid flowed from the lingam down the front of the Samadhi where it became energy that penetrated the hall.
A smell of Jasmine filled the area in front of me as arathi finished.
Tuesday - March 27. It was Rudram, bhajans, arathi and darshan. However at 6:15 with bhajans being sung, Baba blessed me with a strong smell of Jasmine.
Tonight, one year ago, an ambulance pulled up to the residence and waited. It was dark. About 5 minutes later a late model car came closer to the front door. The person got out, went to the trunk, opened and closed it before driving away. Shortly, the ambulance drove away.
We learned the next day that those around Baba were concerned about his health so they wanted him to go to the hospital. Baba said “NO”.
Wednesday – March 28. Today was the day that Baba was taken to the Super Speciality Hospital. Of course, everyone expected that it would be temporary that he would return soon.
This morning during bhajans Surya blessed me.
Wednesday – March 28 to Saturday – March 31. Rudram, bhajans, arathi and Darshan.
Saturday – March 31. Sri Sathya Sai Primary and Higher Secondary School as well as Easwaramma English Medium School closed for a 2 month vacation. However, the university campus will continue until April 15th.
Exciting News. At least as far as I am concern. For a year people have wondered how the Central Trust would function and wondered if there would be adequate money to keep everything functioning as it was.
Word was released tonight that the Central Trust was willing to extend the Anantapur Water Project to include an additional 118 areas. It will cost between Rs 75-80 Crore which will be funded by the Trust. The original project was done in 1994. Trustees and other official met with the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for approval so they can begin. There have been several other water projects over the years fund completely by the Trust. All of them were turned over to respective state governments for operation and maintenance.
Last Year - It was at this time one year ago, that the intense prayer and concern for Baba started. Word was that Baba physical body was in poor condition. If it had been an ordinary person, there would have been no doubt that the body was a goner. But this was the avatar. He could do anything at anytime. The body had been near death before and even dead and came back to life when all hope was given up.
Most people expected another miracle. Baba was teaching us. All life as we knew it changed and would remain in suspension until recovery. At this point, we waited and we prayed.
Baba Statue: The word is that a decision on the statue has not been made. Many people on the Central Trust and elsewhere are opposed to a Statue as it was not in keeping with Baba’s teaching to go beyond the form. However, it was understood that some people want a physical image to look at here and at their center.
At any rate, at this point there will be no unveiling of a statue at Anniversary or Guru Poornima.
Baba Miracle:
Prasanth Sai, an alumnus from Bhagawan’s University is currently serving Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust in its Vidya Vahini mission. What he wrote was condensed.
In 2007 a group of 6 students were learning the KP system of astrological predictions. We gave one of our charts for KP to explain specific areas such as profession, longevity, and education without mentioning the person.
One such day, Mr. KP asked, “Is he alive? We: “Yes”
Mr.KP: “Is he really there? Where is he? Here? Do you know him?”
We told him that it was my chart.
Mr.KP: “is there any specific incident that happened recently in your life? Maybe near Swam.” I said, “Yes”.
Mr. KP: “Do not see this chart anymore. Your life is in His hands. In this chart there is no longevity. Do not see this anymore”
The author of the article explained that he had a low blood sugar problem during early morning hours for several months and was unable to compensate. In a group interview, Baba held his hand which corrected the problem.
However, the real miracle was that he has no lifeline. He is in effect immortal as
Sai Baba made him his own.
The Western Canteen changed its Breakfast time to 7:30 to 9:00 & 9:30 to 10:30.
“Sai Grace” has been translated into Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and Marathi. However the middle section will contain some fresh articles. Telegu edition will be released on MahaSamadhi Day. The other issues will follow later.
Attached are remembrance of Baba’s last physical darshan, a quote from Sai and a picture of the mandir when there was sand in front (Year?).
An incredible 9 minute video of Baba giving darshan in Kulwant Hall: http://vimeo.com/39385142.
Passport-Visa issues. A column that appeared in the Deccan Chronicle newspaper on Friday March 31st called “Visa bloopers” by Shashi Tharoor. My thought was if people such as Tharoor were so aware of the unfairness of the current system and the inconveniences it causes for Indians and foreigners why hasn’t anyone done anything?
Seema Messages are “The Moment of Prayer”. The Breath of Love” and “The Power of Your Will”.
Thought for the Day
26 March 2012
People are bereft of gratitude, which is not right. One should be grateful for the help they have received from others as long as one is alive. There are two things you must forget: the help you have rendered to others and the harm others have done to you. If you remember the help you have rendered, you will always expect something in return. Remembrance of the harm done to you by others generates in you a sense of revenge. You should remember only the help you received from others. The one with these sacred qualities is an ideal human being. Love is God, love is Nature, love is life and love is the true human value. Bereft of love, one is equivalent to a corpse. Love even the worst of your enemies. Lead a life filled with love. Then you will experience joy, peace and security in your heart.
Baba
Thought for the Day
22 March 2012
Today, people's behaviour is not good because their thoughts are polluted. And because their thoughts and actions have become perverted, the country is passing through troubles and turmoil. People have filled their mind with thoughts of mundane, ephemeral, and transient things. These thoughts are negative in nature; only those based on Truth are positive. If the feelings and intentions behind your actions are good, the results will also be good. Sacred thoughts, good words, and noble deeds are the true human values. Thoughts are your permanent assets. As is the thought, so is the mind. If thoughts are good, humanity will blossom into Divinity.
Baba
Thought for the Day
28 March 2012
Your enemies are not outside. Your bad thoughts are your worst enemies and thoughts based on Truth are your best friends. But today, people do not befriend the thoughts based on Truth, which are essentially divine. Practise to make friendship with Sath, the eternal Truth. Sath means Being, the ever-present God. Worldly friends and enemies change with the passage of time, but sath is the true and eternal friend. This friend, God, is always with you, in you, around you, above you, below you and protecting you just as the eyelid protects the eye. Truth is God. Love is God. Dharma (righteousness) is God. When you worship God by following these principles, He will manifest Himself immediately. Love God wholeheartedly. Make friends with Him. You can achieve anything if you have God as your friend.
Baba
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