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Author: healingpilgrim
Stumped in Singapore
A couple of days after the final results were called in the recent Indonesian elections; and in the wake of … More
A Fine City… of No-Nos
The Republic of Singapore, a city-state with a current population of nearly 6 million residents, is known by many nicknames; … More
The Purple Pinky
“Sudah pilih?” I was seeking out locals on my way home, asking them – point blank: Did you already choose? … More
The Book Journey Lands.. in Bali
My memoir has LANDED! A pilgrimage is the kind of journey on which you embark with certain hopes and wishes. … More
Tour de Sanur
Right when you think you have it figured out, you’ll be proven wrong. Part and parcel of living on this … More
In The Beginning…
“Imagine being transported back in time, all the way to the Garden of Eden.” That is often my answer when … More
Sneak preview!
Dear followers, fellow bloggers and first-time visitors! With a brief detour off my regular (or not-so-regular recently, sorry!!), I did … More
Capping a Decade of Railroad Bridge Ties
In early 2009, the Cambodian railway system was in shambles. A French company was brought in to repair the network … More
Two Beaches, Worlds Apart
I’ve seen my share of beach. From Spain to France, from California, Florida and Mexico to Bermuda and Turks and … More
Healing Pilgrim 