During a break from a wedding ceremony in Mas yesterday, we went to the main temple, where preparations have been … More
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A Pura Pilgrimage
My friend Bagus (Balinese for good or nice) owns a warung a few minutes’ walk from where I live; he … More
Off Limits. Verboten. Period.
All across the island, Balinese are today celebrating Kuningan, the holiday that takes place ten days after Galungan. This last … 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
Healing Pilgrim 