The Penjors Have It

Celebrations and fireworks are getting under way half a world away. But here in Ubud, blessedly, there’s not a single … More

Would You Like Bee Pollen?

It’s not every day that you’re offered this sweet ‘n sticky treat – unless, of course, you happen to live … More

A Nice Day for Rice

It says so right here in my pocket Balinese calendar:  June 23rd is an auspicious day for putting rice into … More

Good Things

It’s a good thing that flights coming into Bali usually arrive in the middle of the night – thereby wisely … More

The Day(s) After

Apropo my posting yesterday, inquiring minds may want to know:  How did I manage to sit in a car for … More

A Wild Trip

What choice do you have, if upon your return from an evening in Penenstan, you find the book you borrowed … More

A Reason for Walking

Why do you walk? Sure, to get from here to there. But do you ever walk for any other reason? … More

Tying the Knot (But Filing the Teeth First)

If you should ever find yourself in Bali, take care not to leave home (that is, your temporary home in … 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