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March 28, 1977
My mother, aged 84, is doing well yet a colostomy is a torturous burden. She thanks you for your kind regards. I visit her daily, and I give thanks that mid the sorrow and the care of her, still I have Jainism and a kindly "Mr. Editor" who encourages my humble poetry writing.
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More than you know, I thank you for your kind encouragement regarding my complete book. Believe me, writing it, finishing it, sending it off to you, is my private "reason for living".
May 8, 1978
What can I say about 'Obeisance to Moon of Love' by Ganesh Lalwani.... except, I wish I had written it !!!!
At your convenience, could you let me know of the meaning of 'Unto Arhats', etc. which Parsva says to the dying serpents. It is the 'unto' which I do not understand. I ask for the reason, I often chant this Mahāmantra to dying creatures in my garden, on the beach, even beside highway, only I thought I should say 'Namo Arhantānam ; etc.
How fortunate I am, to have found Jainism in this body. You, Mr. Editor, have helped, encouraged and inspired me. ...
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