Amal Kiran's Correspondence with The Mother

31 October 1937

Mother,

D writes: “The Mother’s power has broken down all the barriers peacefully, and to my utter amazement Mrs. C said I could go in November for Darshan but must return soon.” So D will be here round about the 20th of next month.

She writes further: “Please ask Mother if she would allow me to bring a blue-flame stove, as I am to have hot water every morning and enema every week. Besides, if it is cold I can have a little warm bath. If food is too spicy on certain days I can boil some vegetables. And please let me know which rooms I shall have. I like the rooms I had last time very much as they are open and clean; also those inmates are very good. Tomorrow I shall consult Dr. S as I have a severe pain in my chest. Hope nothing will stop my coming.”

D has enclosed a letter for you, which I am sending herewith. Any reply to it? And what reply shall I give to the inquiries quoted above?

You may write to D that she can come. The rooms she was occupying have been nicely arranged for J — they are most comfortable now. I hope she will not spoil them with her cooking. I do not like much the idea of it — but . . . She asks to pay only Rs. 30 a month. Considering the present accommodation the price is somewhat ridiculous, but as she says she cannot give more, then...

Of course, if she has any serious illness, she must not come.

31 October 1937