Leaving the Jungle

The past three months, I’ve lived in a room with a view – of a jungle. In fact, most days … More

Why Do I Love These People

In the spirit of a long standing tradition, I accepted an invitation to join my family for a two-week vacation … More

The Spirit of Singapore

I had a few hours to spare while I was in the city, so I walked from Little India, all … More

A Meditation on Walking

Nearly a dozen people gathered yesterday at J and N’s rice-field hideaway for meditation and pot-luck. By consensus, we agreed … More

The Lady and The Lexus

The corner of Jalan Raya and Jalan Suweta could be considered the epicenter of Ubud. Heading south, alongside the Tourist … More

Bebek Crossing Ahead

Living in a city such as Ubud, and walking across town in the early morning hours (as I love to … More

In Praise of Metal

Yesterday, the ceremony of Tumpek Landep was celebrated all around Bali; a holiday dedicated to Sanghvang Pasupati, the god of … More

The Penatahan Diaries – Part I

I just returned to Ubud after spending the past five days living in a house on a hill, deeply immersed … More

The Asian Umbrella Tax

They don’t tell you about it when you sign up for a tour, purchase an air ticket and visa, or … More

Mother of All Ceremonies

Another day, another ceremony on the island of the gods. Today the Balinese gather at temples to celebrate Pagerwesi – … More