“Sudah pilih?” I was seeking out locals on my way home, asking them – point blank: Did you already choose? … More
Tag: humor
The Matpackers
Back in the day, when I was a child and traveled en famille, we would pack all of our belongings … More
Just For Laughs
In Indonesia, immigration is no laughing matter. Authorities take their responsibilities very seriously. In fact, some might say it’s a … More
Lines in the Middle
What’s wrong with this picture? No idea? Ok, so try this one: Still stumped? Ok, how about this one, taken … More
Opening Hours
You know how it is when you want to go to the bank: You can write it into your day’s … More
Long Live the Kris
The Balinese kris (or keris) is a ceremonial dagger historically used as a weapon of execution (secondarily to a spear) … More
Always Carry On
Returning from my morning swim in Penestanan, I ambled up the incline through a gully that lies between Campuhan and … More
A Case of Mistaken Identity
This afternoon, like yesterday and tomorrow, I was wading thigh-deep through bushes of Cat’s Whiskers when I had a flashback … More
How to Fry a Frittata on Your Back
A few days ago, in the middle of Eka’s yoga class, I was so overcome with pain in my backside … More
The Asian Umbrella Tax
They don’t tell you about it when you sign up for a tour, purchase an air ticket and visa, or … More
