Kurukulla: The Wise Guru

27 December 2012 Hazel , 2

Christmas week! Time methinks for a holiday from all serious debate and difficult issues and deep and meaningful reading. Light relief is called for.

Apparently some of my readers were disappointed not to get some hints as to the Christmas story I was writing for my grandchildren. A deliberate decision on my part because family members (adult) object if I spoil the surprise by giving sneaky previews.

But, after the event, I can now reveal all, and share a glimpse into Christmas Day chez nous. (Apologies for the variable quality of the pictures – still tinkering with settings, but reluctant to spend all of Boxing Day pfaffing with something so tedious, and technical support limited during the holiday period.)

The story centred around four cousins who time-travelled from Scotland in the 21st century, walking backwards up a winding staircase …back in time to the home of a wise guru, Kurukulla, which in Tibetan means dances the rhythms of wisdom. The Wise One gradually transforms them into mini disciples and puts them through a series of initiation ceremonies …

and as they acquire knowledge and wisdom she adds jewels to their faces … Magical creatures add surprise elements …and a banquet wins the hearts of chocoholics…The end result: four beaming grandchildren.It only remains for me to rid the soft furnishings of the smell of sandalwood and musk, and wish you all a peaceful and prosperous 2013 – contentment and gratitude in the good times; strength and wisdom if troubles come your way.

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