Thank you!

Its 5am here and I'm wide awake... Packing and reading all your emails. I am overwhelmed with your well wishes, thoughts and prayers and I just wanted to say thank you so much. Its a bizarre feeling to know so many people are thinking of and praying for my safe return. That collective consciousness is very powerful and I believe the universe hears your prayers. I'm so sorry to worry you, but remember (and I quote)... "Worrying is praying for what you don't want"... So put your focus on what you do want - in all life situations. Its very powerful.

As i packed I chose many things to donate and leave behind (I didn't plan on donating my fabulous travel yoga mat that's been so many wonderful places with me but when I think of where I left it - in that dark ancient Vashista Guha cave - I think of some Yogi who now enjoys it and that makes me smile. So among the things I'm leaving are 2 pairs of shoes, lots of clothes, all my filthy socks (oh my goodness - I walked in my sox everwhere we went since shoes are not allowed in any stores, temples, ashrams), medicine, wipes, soap... After seeing endless people living on the streets also decided to leave my blanket and pillow and one of my favorite Underarmour sweatshirts - those three things will bring someone so much warmth and comfort! Its damn cold here at night in the mountains. It tickles me to think of someone wearing that UA sweatshirt! How cute is that? And I have another at home so I can do without this one. We are all also excited to "support the local economy" here and get some last minute shopping in today! So at least now I have some extra room in my luggage for that too! Win win win.

We leave for the airport late morning and I feel very fortunate to be escorted by two Indian nationals who will ensure a smooth and safe send off for our group. I'll try to send another update later.

Thank you again for all your prayers and love. It has made me very emotional knowing I'm in so many thoughts. I feel very safe and protected. Thank you for that.

Namaste
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