I live in Delhi with my husband and I spend my time reading and watching shows on OTT platforms. Despite staying occupied, I often miss my family back in Orissa.
On my birthday, a close family friend surprised me Happy Krishna Ji plushie from Jai Jai. He said, that they are working towards a bal swarup of Krishna ji’s design, and wants to know how I feel about spending time with my childhood friend. I remember the day he gave it to me, I was feeling a bit homesick and overwhelmed, but as soon as I held Krishnaji in hand, it felt like a little bit of sunshine had entered our home. To be able to hold your source of strength, love & hope tight in your arms, gave me so much more comfort, and with for the three weeks I spent time with Krishna ji by my side, it meant the world to me and his comforting presence made me so happy.
More than being a plushie, Happy Krishna turned into my constant companion. There was one evening when I was feeling rather anxious and decided to sit with the plushie while watching a show and it helped lift my mood. I think, somewhere his presence makes me revisit my childhood – and the filter free playfulness that came alongside. It’s reassuring to have a tanglible presence of calm and positivity.
Infact, Happy Krishna brought Sidharth (my husband) & me even closer. Indian men have a tough time expressing their emotions, but childhood memories & the effect it has on our subconscious really helped. He’s always had a special connection with Krishna, and now we both find more ways, reasons & occasions to speak about diverse things while having our Happy Krishna around. We even have a little spot in our living room where we keep it, and it’s become a part of our everyday life. He’s our source of hope & happiness in the middle of this busy city.
Three weeks later, when I had to return Happy Krishna, s that the team could work on improvising designs, and asked me what could be worked upon, it took me a sea of strength to let him go. I told them, he’s perfect, and make sure my Happy Krishna comes back to me as soon as possible. Best wishes to Jai Jai team.
