So Laurie comes back to the room last night with a scarf of very pretty material completely wrapped around her head and a curious "you won't believe what I'm about to tell you" expression on her face. And then she tells me...after getting the warm oil poured very slowly across her forehead (which put her to sleep by the way; she was lying on her back and the oil running throughout her hair and completely soaking her scalp) Anjali informs her that she cannot wash her hair for 3 days; not to mention that this will continue to be done for the next 6 days. What about the pillows you say...good question: some rubs with one of the bathroom hand towels, and one of our hotel bathing towels folded over the pillows and, voila, you have the making of the new sleeping arrangement; special for Laurie. And the scarf? That was given to Laurie by Anjali since no one mentioned to Laurie that something like that would be needed. Anjali had not intended for that nice material to be used in such a manner, so yes, a replacement will be in order.
Well, Laurie did mention that she enjoyed the treatment (Shirodhara) very much; but did express some concerns about reaching a level of 'Greasehead' status that even I have not yet come close to attaining. And, she was to go shopping tomorrow as well...in public for crying out loud! Well Anjali would have none of that - "...treatment is more important than shopping." And, for good measure she informed Laurie that no one, Laurie included, was allowed to discuss her foot condition and make any references to such in the negative. This was under strict orders from none other than Dr. Pendse (the non-shopping Dr. Pendse). He really wants Laurie to dramatically reduce her sense of worry and concern, as he sees this as a contributory factor to her condition.
Well, whaddya know, I come home today from my treatment and Laurie tells me she's feeling better. Then, she goes out for the pre-planned shopping excursion with the other Dr. Pendse (Aruna; the doctor that shops; as well as her sister). Nearly four hours later a knock comes to the door and I open it to not only Laurie, but one of the friendly, young, not very big, hotel workers (bell-hop, room service, hospitality), trying to maintain his balance with the multitudes of bags he has in his possession (you guessed it...the CHERRY ON TOP).
I gotta tell you, Laurie is now seeming like her old self. All it took was getting greased over and shopped out (at least I hope so, unless there is a plan to purchase some more luggage to haul it all back). But hey, she said that she was able to stand for a lengthy period of time and do some walking without pain, and when the pain did come it did not last as long as it has been. We're making strides here folks. Also, in fairness to Laurie, she informed me that both Aruna and her sister kept telling her that the likelihood of her ever returning to India was slight so there was no reason not to buy out as much of the city as is humanly possible in one day. It's great seeing Laurie feeling so much better today and looking so as well...and there's a photo to prove it...
As for me, I slept a solid 7 hours last night and it was agreed at my session this morning that I deserve not one, but TWO gold stars!! Vikrant ended up working on me alone today as Gajanan's condition seems to be getting worse, so he rested in Dr. Pendse's office. And yes, I did bring the computer in again for another round of musical Panchakarma. Today has actually been very warm and folks are out in full force, as Sunday is the day to rest, shop, gather with family, meander around, etc. We were reading about other parts of India, like Uttar Pradesh, which is the state that borders Nepal up in the north, and where the Taj Mahal is. Turns out, even though you would be extremely (and I do mean extremely) hard pressed to find a spot around here to be alone (save for the hotel room) that this isn't even the most populated state in India. There's roughly three to three and a half more people in this country than ours, at one-third the size.
Anyway, fifteen days of treatments under our belts, which by the way seem to be tightening; and we are starting to look at the home stretch...
Well, Laurie did mention that she enjoyed the treatment (Shirodhara) very much; but did express some concerns about reaching a level of 'Greasehead' status that even I have not yet come close to attaining. And, she was to go shopping tomorrow as well...in public for crying out loud! Well Anjali would have none of that - "...treatment is more important than shopping." And, for good measure she informed Laurie that no one, Laurie included, was allowed to discuss her foot condition and make any references to such in the negative. This was under strict orders from none other than Dr. Pendse (the non-shopping Dr. Pendse). He really wants Laurie to dramatically reduce her sense of worry and concern, as he sees this as a contributory factor to her condition.
Well, whaddya know, I come home today from my treatment and Laurie tells me she's feeling better. Then, she goes out for the pre-planned shopping excursion with the other Dr. Pendse (Aruna; the doctor that shops; as well as her sister). Nearly four hours later a knock comes to the door and I open it to not only Laurie, but one of the friendly, young, not very big, hotel workers (bell-hop, room service, hospitality), trying to maintain his balance with the multitudes of bags he has in his possession (you guessed it...the CHERRY ON TOP).
I gotta tell you, Laurie is now seeming like her old self. All it took was getting greased over and shopped out (at least I hope so, unless there is a plan to purchase some more luggage to haul it all back). But hey, she said that she was able to stand for a lengthy period of time and do some walking without pain, and when the pain did come it did not last as long as it has been. We're making strides here folks. Also, in fairness to Laurie, she informed me that both Aruna and her sister kept telling her that the likelihood of her ever returning to India was slight so there was no reason not to buy out as much of the city as is humanly possible in one day. It's great seeing Laurie feeling so much better today and looking so as well...and there's a photo to prove it...
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| What'd I tell you, is that a beautiful, happy, contented smile...or what? And she's looking at me...awww, lucky me!! |
As for me, I slept a solid 7 hours last night and it was agreed at my session this morning that I deserve not one, but TWO gold stars!! Vikrant ended up working on me alone today as Gajanan's condition seems to be getting worse, so he rested in Dr. Pendse's office. And yes, I did bring the computer in again for another round of musical Panchakarma. Today has actually been very warm and folks are out in full force, as Sunday is the day to rest, shop, gather with family, meander around, etc. We were reading about other parts of India, like Uttar Pradesh, which is the state that borders Nepal up in the north, and where the Taj Mahal is. Turns out, even though you would be extremely (and I do mean extremely) hard pressed to find a spot around here to be alone (save for the hotel room) that this isn't even the most populated state in India. There's roughly three to three and a half more people in this country than ours, at one-third the size.
Anyway, fifteen days of treatments under our belts, which by the way seem to be tightening; and we are starting to look at the home stretch...
School's out...right in front of the clinic (about 5:40 pm)
Corn on the cob vendor - not on my current diet (sigh!)
Shubha Raatri (Good Night) for now, and Namaste to all...
Dear Woman Who Holds Her Oil and Man With A Grease Head Who Has Now Been Replaced By A Greasier Headed Woman,
ReplyDeleteHip-hip-hooray for you two and your practitioners! I am so happy that you are both feeling so much better. I am all for reducing worry and concern on all fronts. I bet that prescription would help all of us live a happier and healthier life. I plan to take that wise suggestion to heart. Love to you and happy healing into the home stretch. Love, Jill
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