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

Under My Nose

Like many people who come to Ubud for a short while and then decide to stay longer, I’ve been trying … 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

Cock-a-Doodle Days

The roosters of Tebesaya are at it again. But there’s something different in the air today; it’s the first morning … 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

A Day’s Worth of Detours

The sunrise this morning was spectacular. Almost biblical in its grandeur. Not an orb rising into a clear blue sky … More

Full Moon Catastrophe Living

There was a full moon last night, a lunar eclipse – and I got my period. The moon was full-on, … 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 Art of Writingness

What a joy it’s been to stumble across and join the weekly writing circle, so ably – and energetically! – … 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