Gifts From the Seed-Giving Father by Visakha Devi Dasi
When the mystery tree in our yard turned out prolific, we appreciated its fruits as gifts of the earth, the rain, the sun-and Krsna. On a dank February day last year, my family and I moved to a rented house. We were glad to be relocated, despite the... read moreOdd Inedibles or Divine Delights – The Choice is Yours by Visakha Devi Dasi
Upside-slime cake, slugetti, pureed slug tartare-ugh! I'll stick with my fruits and vegetables, thank you. Beneath an azure sky, kids romp in a spectacular, sun-sparkled fountain, lively Scotsmen dance on the main stage, and crowds gather at dozens of... read more
A Dinner Discussion by Visakha Devi Dasi
Two dining companions explore vegetarianism and India's neglected cuisine. We were eating baked eggplant halves stuffed with vegetables, chickpeas, and deep-fried panir (fresh homemade cheese). "What's this?" my companion said when she came... read morePursuing Life’s Pleasures by Visakha Devi Dasi
An allegory from the Srimad-Bhagavatam sheds some light on our modern struggle for enjoyment. When we view the world around us through the eyes of the scriptures, our understanding of it changes. The scriptures tell us that because nothing is permanent in... read more