Bliss Botanica

Yesterday, Renata and I headed out on a 2k trek up to the Botanic Gardens. We wanted to spend the … More

Writing from the Soul

What I really want to write about is the marathon writing retreat that I attended over the weekend. Held at … More

A Soul’s Last Hurrah

I joined in a pilgrimage around the neighborhood today, Tebesaya. Peliatan. Ubud. It was a procession unlike anything I’d seen. … More

Wayan’s Way

Early this morning, shortly after breakfast, I set out on a pilgrimage. I was headed to a temple, but not … More

War or Peace

It took me nearly forty-five minutes to walk to Penestanan, up the stairs to the path leading to the yoga … More

Holy Metal

Twice a year, the Balinese people hold ceremonies and pray in temples during the day of devotion to Sanghyang Pasupati … More

La Symphonie Naturale

As daylight fades, an unnamed conductor assumes her position on a darkened outdoor stage.  Unlike the bright stars above, she … More

A Dog’s Pace

In the small neighborhood of Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, somewhere in the middle of the island of Bali, lies a … More

The Healermen of KL: Part VI

Then there were two. And by two, I don’t mean the iconic Petronas twin towers. I mean Brian and Soma. … More

The Healermen of KL: Part V

Richard is another man who carries a message of peace; in his being and in his speech. A Californian by … More