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The Balinese, Still Rising to the Occasion

In the last two decades, the Balinese people have endured extraordinary challenges: a series of bombings that killed foreigners and … More

Bali, ceremony, COVID19, family, gratitude, healing, Indonesia, life, Pain, spirituality, Trauma

Musings on Nyepi in the time of COVID19

Unlike in years past, the 2020 edition of Bali’s New Year (aka Day of Silence) hobbled its way into the … More

Bali, ceremony, comfort, community, COVID19, creativity, Day of Silence, Nyepi, silence, spirituality

Sacred Metal (& Mourning)

This past Saturday evening, satiated from another jam-packed day at the Ubud Writers Festival, and fatigued by the blazing sun, … More

Bali, ceremony, death, Judaism, mourning, Pittsburgh, religion, spirituality, Ubud

Behind The Scenes (Of a Balinese Marriage)

Once in awhile, Ubud catches me off guard. Even after 6+ years of island living, I feel like I’m immersed … More

Bali, ceremony, family, happiness, life, marriage, Ubud, wedding

Balinese Swag (or Goodies for the Gods)

There’s no telling when and where the Balinese will hold their next ceremony. Which is why it’s often been said … More

Bali, ceremony, family, home, nature, offerings, Travel, Ubud

The Last Hurrah

After awhile, well 5 years later anyway, I suppose you get used to hearing sounds at all hours of the … More

Bali, ceremony, cremation, death, night, spirituality, Ubud

Burning Buffaloes

The burn is on. Understandably so, as it’s once again the season for mass cremations. Bali-style. The greater metropolitan area … More

Bali, ceremony, cremation, death, life, spirituality, Ubud

Parade of Sanggah Penjors

Recently, my blogging friends Terri and James over at Gallivance impressed me with their glowing tribute to the Balinese flower-mandala. … More

Bali, ceremony, foodc, Galungan, religion, ritual, Ubud

Holy Cargo

When the ancestors came, I was in Ubud. It was the festive day of Galungan and the Balinese were awaiting … More

Bali, ceremony, prayer, religion, sabbath, spirituality

Magic in the Market

It’s the day before Galungan, a bi-annual celebration and one of Bali’s highest, holiest days of the year. I know … More

Bali, ceremony, children, Galungan, holiday, joy, market, Ubud

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