A Pioneer in Padangtegal

I recently met the chief of Padangtegal village in Ubud who is trying to make a big difference in his … More

The Freedom to Float

A few days ago, in the midst of a morning meditation with friends J & N, this vision appeared to … More

Tabanan with a Twist

It was time for another trip to Tabanan, but it was a visit unlike any other. A silent retreat center … More

Holey Silence

It’s nothing short of mesmerizing to hear how an entire island downshifts from full-tilt, speed-racing living into first gear, then … More

Woman on a Mission

Most travelers who arrive in Bangkok typically have an itinerary that includes sights such as Wat Pho, Chinatown, Chatuchak and … More

My Guru, The Slug

The labyrinth welcomed me back today with an open embrace. I stood at its opening, in open-toed sandals, vacillating a … More

A Tale of Two Chickens

For a long time, I’ve had regular company at the labyrinth. So too have the organic and medicinal gardens: among … More

The Saraswati Effect

Today, not surprisingly, this being the island of the gods, is another day of celebration: Hari Raya Saraswati, when Balinese … More

Selamat Sabtu

A dozen or so of us, representing six countries, joined together for a Friday evening fest & feast, the first … More

A Quasi-Christmas

Perhaps because I am now one of the many expats living in a largely nondenominational community, within a Hindu pocket … More