There’s a place in Bali that I’ve probably never mentioned before. Never dared to write about. Mostly because, other than … More
Tag: Asia
The Heart & Soul of Sidemen
Even if you live in a place like Bali, every once in awhile you just need to get away. So … More
Musings about Bangkok
This is what happens when I spend a week in this humming, thrumming, 24/7, 7-11 megalopolis: I’m overcome with Observer … More
The Sethsayer
Three days after my last blog posting, when I was still reeling from the incident that threatened to push me … More
A Rest from the Fest(s)
Barely touched down in Bali, I was greeted (surprise!) by a couple of Ubudian friends at the airport (not there … More
Rifles in the Morning
Zehoo? (Is that all?) The male barista asks from across the counter, as he shoots a quick glance up at … More
48 Hours
In the space of 48 hours, or less really (if you don’t take into account the 12 or so hours … More
Bali’s Monster Mash
It’s hard to describe the almost palpable sense of excitement and anticipation among my neighbors over the past weeks, the … 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
Ibu Robin & Baby’s Angels
I just finished reading a novel called Butterfly People. The author, Robin Lim (known as Ibu Robin to locals), is … More
Healing Pilgrim 