Dhanteras Puja With Elders
By Rtn. Jaya Prasad
On the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras, I decided to spend some valuable time with elders at Ananda Yaan. It was a celebration day for them and for me too. Upon arrival at the centre, I was greeted by Dileep, CC from Dignity and was warmly welcomed by very enthusiastic members of Ananda Yaan.
I noticed a small Puja had been performed on the occasion of Diwali. I did pranam to Goddess Laxmiji. Thereafter, I introduced myself to all of them. Told them that I had wanted to visit them for some time. And what better day to choose than Dhanteras.
It was a good and auspicious day to visit and wish them all a very happy Deepawali. And get their blessings in return. It was a pleasure to see them all with smiling faces enjoying their snacks and golas.
They shared with me that these afternoons mean a lot to them. They loved all the activities that they did at the centre like yoga, music, dance, the trip to Pune and, not to forget, Shankar Mahadevan’s visit.
Of course I myself was overwhelmed with this visit and felt that the afternoon was truly touching.