What was the significance of the khichdi offering for the woman from Berhampur, and what challenges did she face in fulfilling her vow?

The khichdi offering was profoundly significant for the lady from Berhampur, as it was the catalyst for her entire journey to Shirdi. As Chapter 28 explains, her devotion was sparked by a dream where Sai Baba Himself came to her door and asked for khichdi. This created a sacred vow in her heart. The main challenge she faced was a prolonged delay after arriving in Shirdi. For fourteen days, she was unable to make the offering. On the fifteenth day, she arrived at noon only to find Baba already eating behind a curtain, a time when no one was typically allowed to enter. Her challenge was to overcome this obstacle, which she did by pushing the curtain aside herself, showing the immense power of her resolve.