Comments on: Enjoying an Ashram Stay http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689 Becca Morn's blog, plus the ramblings of her rabid brain-hamster Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:01:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 By: Becca http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689&cpage=1#comment-27401 Becca Sat, 28 Jun 2008 05:32:33 +0000 http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689#comment-27401 You must've heard wrong, friend.  No ATM at the ashram, no.  In fact, I said right in my post above here -- bring plenty of rupees in cash for incidental needs, as there is no ATM at the ashram. You must’ve heard wrong, friend.  No ATM at the ashram, no.  In fact, I said right in my post above here — bring plenty of rupees in cash for incidental needs, as there is no ATM at the ashram.

]]> By: yogi http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689&cpage=1#comment-27364 yogi Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:11:59 +0000 http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689#comment-27364 I heard there is an atm at the ashram now, correct? I heard there is an atm at the ashram now, correct?

]]> By: Becca http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689&cpage=1#comment-26996 Becca Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:24:56 +0000 http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689#comment-26996 The store is called "Kanchan" or "The Miss", and it's #6, Ground Floor, Public Utility Building on MG Road.  The shop is in the SW corner, inside.<br /><br />We were just shopping there a couple days ago, and the owner, Mr. Sanjay Mehla, was very helpful.  One can get basic, non-embroidered punjabi outfits starting at 495Rs.  It's 795 and up for the slightly fancier ones with better fabric.  For festival-grade punjabis, expect to pay 1200 or more, depending on how elaborate.  They have sizes up to "double extra large" -- but these do cost a little more as they use more fabric (only fair).<br /><br />They also sell saris (and be sure to ask for the petticoat & blouse to go with it).  In recent years though, it's been mentioned that a nice festive red punjabi is also acceptable -- and can be more convenient for women unfamiliar with wearing saris.<br /><br />In fact, if you tell them you are shopping for clothing appropriate for the Penukonda ashram, they'll help steer you toward the right colors (white or light pastels) and length (below knee for the top).<br /><br />As for covering the feet, yes -- a spare scarf or sarong.  Me, I actually use pillowcases, as it's easy to tuck my feet and ankles in and keep 'em from the gnawing mosquitoes.<br /><br />See ya soon, Maya! The store is called "Kanchan" or "The Miss", and it’s #6, Ground Floor, Public Utility Building on MG Road.  The shop is in the SW corner, inside.

We were just shopping there a couple days ago, and the owner, Mr. Sanjay Mehla, was very helpful.  One can get basic, non-embroidered punjabi outfits starting at 495Rs.  It’s 795 and up for the slightly fancier ones with better fabric.  For festival-grade punjabis, expect to pay 1200 or more, depending on how elaborate.  They have sizes up to "double extra large" — but these do cost a little more as they use more fabric (only fair).

They also sell saris (and be sure to ask for the petticoat & blouse to go with it).  In recent years though, it’s been mentioned that a nice festive red punjabi is also acceptable — and can be more convenient for women unfamiliar with wearing saris.

In fact, if you tell them you are shopping for clothing appropriate for the Penukonda ashram, they’ll help steer you toward the right colors (white or light pastels) and length (below knee for the top).

As for covering the feet, yes — a spare scarf or sarong.  Me, I actually use pillowcases, as it’s easy to tuck my feet and ankles in and keep ‘em from the gnawing mosquitoes.

See ya soon, Maya!

]]> By: Maya http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689&cpage=1#comment-26968 Maya Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:10:55 +0000 http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689#comment-26968 Hi Becca, This is very helpful!  A friend was just asking about these kinds of details. I know we have bits and pieces everywhere so it is good to have a concise list.  An additional piece is about where to get clothes.  The Public Utility Bldg. on MG Road is a good place to get clothes, statues, and gifts.  Also, women often need a red punjabi or red sari for special occasions.  Another detail that may be helpful is clothes pins and/or hangers for drying clothes.(Nilgiri's Market again)   I know the NW Apt.building didn't have a clothesline last time I was there. Also, since people have to cover their feet when sitting in the temple or with Swami, a lightweight cloth or sarong is helpful.  A towel under your body, a cloth over your feet, and you are ready to take on the high energy of the Sri Sai Mandir. Thanks again for the list.  Looking forward to seeing you very soon! In Her Love, Maya Hi Becca,
This is very helpful!  A friend was just asking about these kinds of details. I know we have bits and pieces everywhere so it is good to have a concise list.  An additional piece is about where to get clothes.  The Public Utility Bldg. on MG Road is a good place to get clothes, statues, and gifts.  Also, women often need a red punjabi or red sari for special occasions. 
Another detail that may be helpful is clothes pins and/or hangers for drying clothes.(Nilgiri’s Market again)   I know the NW Apt.building didn’t have a clothesline last time I was there.
Also, since people have to cover their feet when sitting in the temple or with Swami, a lightweight cloth or sarong is helpful.  A towel under your body, a cloth over your feet, and you are ready to take on the high energy of the Sri Sai Mandir.
Thanks again for the list.  Looking forward to seeing you very soon!
In Her Love,
Maya

]]> By: GRANT LOMAX http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689&cpage=1#comment-26445 GRANT LOMAX Wed, 04 Jun 2008 07:11:14 +0000 http://www.rebeccamorn.com/mind/?p=689#comment-26445 We travel a lot and use Deetfree natural insect repellent. It also has a suncream and aftersun with the same repellent. It's the best. Check out deetfree.com   Lots of friendly advice - thank you for your notes Cheers Grant We travel a lot and use Deetfree natural insect repellent. It also has a suncream and aftersun with the same repellent. It’s the best. Check out deetfree.com
 
Lots of friendly advice – thank you for your notes
Cheers
Grant

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