Just back from nearly a week’s stay at the silent-meditation-retreat-center-still-under-construction. By 6:30 yesterday morning, I was again out at the … More
Category: Inspiration
Let It Rain
It hasn’t rained in Ubud for at least a couple of weeks or more. But in the middle of last … More
A Joyous Temple Birthday
Shortly before 5 this morning, I was awakened to the sounds of roosters, men’s voices, women singing softly and the … More
Oh Holy Ground!
I meant to take Tjokorda Rai’s directive to heart; but little did I know how many opportunities would present themselves … More
Ceremony Central
A day without ceremony is, in Bali at least, like a day without sunshine. And since the possibility of a … More
The Joy of Quiet
I awoke yesterday to a blue sky peeking through stormy clouds, and to the sound of roosters, birds and rainfall … More
Gili(gan)’s Island
My friend B and I recently hatched a plan to spend a week on one of a trio of islands … More
On Swear Words and Other Lessons of Life
Earlier this afternoon, I was expecting to return to my lovely room at the guesthouse and write about this past … More
The Sweetest Spot
I’m at a loss to explain underlying causes of this phenomenon, but for the past few weeks, my body has … More
The Beach Boys of Amed
Just back from my first visit to the black beaches of Amed in Eastern Bali. Stayed in the sleepy village … More
Healing Pilgrim 