A Semblance of Home

Every so often, living in Ubud, but more specifically WALKING in Ubud, tests the limits of my patience – and … More

A Slightly Manic Morning

So if you get a virus when the internet at your guesthouse has suddenly cut out, with no explanation, and … More

The Seaweed People

On the northern coast of an island just off Bali, live the Seaweed People. The rhythm of their lives flows … More

Bittersweet Homecoming

In many ways, it was a sweet homecoming. During this past week, while getting errands done, going to the clinic … More

The Softest Landing

After weathering the regular amount of turbulence crossing over to Bali – this time, slightly amplified by the lightning storm … More

Mr. Dumpty’s Legacy

Once upon a time, I faintly remember, in a distant time and era, a parallel universe if you will, I … More

Rare Finds #4

Not far from this placid wintry scene, indeed only a short walk away, is a place where I’ve found signs … More

Rare Finds #3

Imagine cracking open a vintage tin box, stored away unbeknownst to yours truly for more than 40 years, engraved with … More

Rare Finds #2

When you embark on an underground archaeological excavation in the thick of a deep freeze, there’s no telling what surprising … More

Rare Finds #1

During the ongoing hibernation period most closely associated with the northern hemisphere’s perpetual freeze-thaw-refreeze, certain items have been sighted throughout … More