the act of being holy

Being holy comes at a price...apparently. We are back from our "pilgrimmage" of sorts. It was a 12 hour bus ride each way. Then once we got to the temple it was slight madness. There is something about most Hindu worshippers that cannot be justifiably described. Its like in the presence of God, or even otherwise, all civic sense, common sense, and courtesy is inherently lost. If you ever find yourself so desperate late at night...go to a crowded temple... There is nothing quite like being groped and handled by villagers and wannabe tycoons in the presence of God. I'd of taken a picture for you but cameras were not allowed on the temple premises. Good thing...having it in my hand might have incited a panic of epic proportions.
Then my uncle's cell phone got swiped right from his belt case. How the hell does that happen?!? And at a place of worship!! Only in India. Incredible India.