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Veeraswamy Krishnaraj

Adventures of Bosco

In a quaint little town, Bosco, a man of many talents and a heart full of kindness, decided to expand his family. He bought a lively puppy and named it Biscuit. With patience and love, he trained Biscuit to fetch and perform various tricks and tasks. Bosco already had a clever monkey named Ramduth, and now with Biscuit, he faced the challenge of creating harmony between his two beloved team members. To his delight, Ramduth and Biscuit got along swimmingly. They complemented each other perfectly, forming a dynamic duo. Together, they became an inseparable trio: Bosco, Ramduth, and Biscuit. They traveled everywhere in Bosco’s vintage car, a charming vehicle that had seen many adventures. Ramduth, ever the industrious monkey, even learned the art of housekeeping, washing and drying dishes with remarkable skill. One sunny afternoon, the trio set out to shop for food. Bosco parked his car near the bustling market, where the vibrant colors and lively chatter filled the air. Since the shop owner didn’t allow animals inside, Ramduth and Biscuit waited patiently at the entrance. Biscuit wagged his tail cheerfully, while Ramduth sat in a meditative stance, exuding calmness. As Bosco shopped, he noticed from the store window that some pedestrians were taunting and annoying his loyal companions. Biscuit’s tail stopped wagging, and Ramduth’s serene expression turned to one of distress. Bosco knew he had to act. With a deep breath, he summoned his yogic powers. To the troublemakers, Biscuit transformed into a growling rhinoceros, its massive form and fierce demeanor sending shivers down their spines. The friendly passersby, however, saw only the adorable puppy. “Do you see the rhino?” the troublemakers exclaimed in fear. “I don’t see any rhino. You must be imagining things,” replied the good-hearted people, shaking their heads. The troublemakers, convinced they were hallucinating, quickly fled the scene. It was a temple town. Ramduth went into a meditative mood and sat by the shop. People began paying homage to Ramduth, who resembled Hanuman to the devotees. Bosco, with a subtle gesture, restored Biscuit  and Ramduth to their true form. The trio then continued their journey to the Ram temple, a serene sanctuary surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sounds of nature.

Upon arriving, Bosco parked the car and a kind Ram devotee approached, offering a banana to Ramduth. As Ramduth ate the banana, he transformed into Anjaneya, also known as Hanuman, a divine vision visible only to the devotee. Overwhelmed with reverence, the devotee prostrated at Ramduth’s feet, receiving a blessing with an open right palm, the Varada Mudra. This miraculous transformation was Bosco’s way of rewarding the devotee’s faith.

After receiving the divine blessings, Bosco and his team headed home. On their way, they spotted an abandoned kitten, mewing pitifully by the roadside. Bosco, ever compassionate, picked up the tiny creature and went door to door, asking if anyone had lost a kitten. When no one claimed it, Bosco used his yogic insight to discover that the kitten’s mother had died of postpartum hemorrhage, leaving the kitten orphaned. Bosco named the kitten Malini, after the goddess Parvati, and brought her home. His next task was to introduce Malini to Ramduth and Biscuit, ensuring that the newest member of their family felt welcomed and loved.