Why is it that otherwise perfectly rational people will travel to remote (and sometimes godforsaken) places all around Asia, fumbling … More
Tag: family
The Birthday Tree
The other day, I was flipping through a local Ubud info mag, when I came across the listing of auspicious … More
Calling Dan
There’s something to be said for planning your entire evening around making that important phone call to your father on … More
He (Four)scores!
I was stirred awake at five this morning – not by roosters or dogs, not an alarm clock or priest’s … More
Why Do I Love These People
In the spirit of a long standing tradition, I accepted an invitation to join my family for a two-week vacation … More
On Familiar Ground
It was the day after my birthday. I was still floating, as if on a planet out of this world. … More
Their Dads & Mine
I have been thinking alot about fathers lately. And not just because it’s father’s day. So many of my friends … 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 