Cremnants & Polls

Like any good house party, the morning after the day before tends to bring with it certain undesired responsibilities, including … More

The Sweep Cycle

Amidst the handful of sounds rising with the dawn – roosters, dogs, bikes, metal shutters – lies one so unique, … More

The Shortest Memory in the World

I must have the shortest memory in the world.* Somewhere in between the time I go to sleep until I … More

Exile… with a Smile

My intention was to write about last night’s gathering at a lovely sprawling house on the edge of the jungle. … 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

The Woman in the Picture

Look closely at the picture below. Notice anything? Probably not. It’s an altogether uninspiring (let alone not particularly well framed) … More

The Bully & Mr G.

One of my favorite Sunday activities is to join J & N at their villa compound for a few hours … 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

What The (Full) Moon Did

Some things just NEVER happen in Bali, at least not in Ubud. So, when a day starts off with a … More