My World Adventures

Last night someone dear to my heart passed away. It has been at least 10 years since I have witnessed a life event such as this. Vijay's father has truly impacted my life in a way I will never forget, and I feel deeply blessed to have had the privilege of spending time with this man before he passed on to something greater. From the moment I entered the door of his home, I felt such great love and power coming from this man who was in immense physical pain. A tumor in his stomach was taking his life, yet he was constantly concerned about me and inquiring about my well-being. Even though it required great effort for him to speak, he wanted so much to help me in my research and answer my questions. From the moment I met him I felt like his real daughter and I now feel as though I've lost a family member. But, I am at peace because I know God has taken him for some higher purpose and he is now relieved of suffering. The Mishra family will always be apart of who I am. You can tell much about a person by what kind of family they have created. And in the Mishra home, I have experienced nothing but love, respect, humility, strength, service (in a way that gives new meaning to the word), devotion, sacrifice, peace, and joy. All of these things are a tribute to this great man and I will always remember his love and continue to be changed by his existence.