about me * read: 3 minutes * Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy W ant to know who I am? Me too. I’m still trying to find out. But here’s what I’ve learned so far: I’ve been a Haré Krishna follower for sixty years. I joined in New York in 1966, when I met … Continue reading About Me
The Teacher and the Slug
a short story ** read: 4 minutes •• Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy L alita Dasi strolled along the forest path softly singing the Haré Krishna mantra. From time to time she stopped to adjust her sari or smooth a wrinkle. Her father, Herbie, walked behind. She looked back at Herbie. “How long … Continue reading The Teacher and the Slug
Tribute To a Great Soul 2026
** read: 8 minutes •• Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy Here is my yearly tribute to my spiritual master, Srila A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, on the anniversary of his appearance in this world in 1896. I' m in my room, sitting in front of my computer. I should be chanting Hare Krsna, … Continue reading Tribute To a Great Soul 2026
The Rain God
a short story ** read: 5 minutes •• Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy R ama Das sat on a bench at the edge of the park, facing into the city. Across the street was a row of stores. He started fingering his beads and murmuring the Haré Krishna mantra. A cool wind was … Continue reading The Rain God
The Soul of a Bird
a short story ** read: 4½ minutes •• Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy R ama Das strolled along a path in the park, chanting Haré Krishna. Suddenly he stopped. From the grass came a sound like someone whistling a long note, but high pitched and shrill. Rama took a few more steps. A … Continue reading The Soul of a Bird
A Humble State of Mind
an italian sonnet * read: 2 minutes * I want to chant Lord Krishna’s holy name For this I need need a humble state of mind But where on earth can someone ever find A mind that’s made the jump from wild to tame? I know I’ve only got myself to blame I should have left my cares and … Continue reading A Humble State of Mind
The Tyrant Who Got His Guts Ripped Out by God
a retelling * read: 8 minutes * Sri Krishna Are you fed up with all the little caesars trying to take over the world today? I sure am. But don’t give up hope. Read on to find out how the most horrible tyrant in the universe ended up getting his guts ripped out... and … Continue reading The Tyrant Who Got His Guts Ripped Out by God
Airplane Karma
a short story * read: 6 minutes * Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy T he smell of disinfectant mixed with room freshener filled the airplane cabin. There were sounds of people moving here and there, stowing their carry-ons, and finding their seats. The cabin was oppressively hot. Lalita Dasi’s carry-on was a bit … Continue reading Airplane Karma
A Feast of Banana Skins
a story within a story * read: 8 minutes * Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy A hot summer afternoon in the park. An occasional cloud drifted lazily in the bright blue sky. The warm breeze carried the scent of peonies, and a cricket was chirping in a bush. Two figures dressed in Hare … Continue reading A Feast of Banana Skins
A Sewing Machine for Krishna
a short story read: 6 minutes Naughty Krishna holding a piece of candy G ladys Murphy opened her front door. There on the porch stood her daughter Lauren. Gladys smiled. “Oh it’s you. I was expecting the repairman. Come on in, honey.” Lauren took a few steps inside, then stopped and inhaled deeply. A smell … Continue reading A Sewing Machine for Krishna