Where the Grass is Greener

In many parts of the world, ’tis the season for children to be heading back to school. Many of these … More

Wings of Time

Yesterday morning, on my way to the pool, I walked through the forest and came to an abrupt stop  when … More

An Auspicious Anniversary

A couple of days ago, in the middle of a massage, memories of last year surged through my mind and … More

Nature’s Balm

Have you ever pitched a project to a total stranger, confident of its meaning and purpose, sensing that the stars … More

The Penjors Have It

Celebrations and fireworks are getting under way half a world away. But here in Ubud, blessedly, there’s not a single … More

Cock-a-Doodle Days

The roosters of Tebesaya are at it again. But there’s something different in the air today; it’s the first morning … More

Hope Blooms

Even in Ubud, you can bet that the first day of summer will prove to be an auspicious one – … More

The Art of Writingness

What a joy it’s been to stumble across and join the weekly writing circle, so ably – and energetically! – … More

The Day(s) After

Apropo my posting yesterday, inquiring minds may want to know:  How did I manage to sit in a car for … More

A Wild Trip

What choice do you have, if upon your return from an evening in Penenstan, you find the book you borrowed … More