Last Friday was my eldest nephew’s last day of high school. Except that GG was at home, like all seniors … More
Category: children
Jewel: A Feast for the Senses
It’s shiny. It’s new. And, to paraphrase the tagline on its promotional brochure, it adds “a little sparkle to your … 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
Vilnius to Valbonne
It’s unlikely that Lithuania appears on the radar for a family reunion. Indeed, it’s not a country that usually falls … More
Adulation of O
If you were asked to choose someone to advocate on your behalf, for just about any cause or argument that … More
Red and White on Parade
All over Indonesia today, citizens marked Independence Day – Hari Merdeka. But preparations and celebrations started long ago. Since the … More
A Long Wait.. and Baby Makes Four
The other day, I set out for one of the most significant Balinese ceremonies that I’ve ever been honored to … More
Sidemen Surprise
Every time I escape the throngs and noises of an all too highly-seasonal Ubud, I feel a giddy sense of … More
The Kumzitz Krowd
Somewhere on the north coast of Bali, some friends – adults, children and a newborn baby – met up to … More
Magic in the Market
It’s the day before Galungan, a bi-annual celebration and one of Bali’s highest, holiest days of the year. I know … More
