A Southern Odyssey

There is joy in small things. Even here in Bali. Especially if you live in Ubud – and find yourself … More

Kuda in the Compound

Even I must admit that the tiny banjar (hamlet) of Timbul, a half-hour’s drive up to the highlands and rice … More

Dog Day Afternoon

His name is Peter. He’s a dog, a Bali dog. Black and white, a little strange-looking if you ask me. … More

Being in Deep Shift

Somewhere over the Java Sea, my body gave out. The first clue revealed itself during takeoff, when I glanced over … More

How To Keep A Home & Heart Ticking

The after-effects of a whirlwind visit back to my hometown took their toll, still in the process of winding down … More

The Season Formerly Known as Spring

Finally, blessedly, thankfully… it happens. The long-awaited big thaw. Before you know it, spring descends on the city with a … More

Namaste Nepal

In April 2008, after months of planning and nearly three months of traveling around Southeast Asia, I landed in Nepal. … More

The Mother of all Stones

For the past week, I’ve been drinking copious amounts of apple juice while gearing up for a liver flush. If … More

The Great White (6) North

It happens while I’m watching a Chinese acupuncturist pull needles out of my dad’s arms: My phone rings. It takes … More

Where the Grass is Greener

Yesterday morning, the local weatherman welcomed me to -16 (did you see that MINUS sign, my tropical friends?), that, thanks … More