After weathering the regular amount of turbulence crossing over to Bali – this time, slightly amplified by the lightning storm … More
Tag: peace
The Equanimity of a Eucalyptus
One of the downsides to being a light sleeper, currently in possession of an overactive monkey-mind (yes, imagine, post-Camino?!), is … More
A Lesson from the Weed(s)
Just back from nearly a week’s stay at the silent-meditation-retreat-center-still-under-construction. By 6:30 yesterday morning, I was again out at the … More
A Labyrinth Grows in Bali
One week ago today was the third anniversary of my tumble off that decrepit third-world iron bridge. I woke with … More
Miracles of Sky & Sand
Last weekend the Balinese marked yet another Purnama (full moon) with offerings, visits to temples, the whole gamut. But the … More
Bliss Botanica
Yesterday, Renata and I headed out on a 2k trek up to the Botanic Gardens. We wanted to spend the … More
War or Peace
It took me nearly forty-five minutes to walk to Penestanan, up the stairs to the path leading to the yoga … More
Holy Metal
Twice a year, the Balinese people hold ceremonies and pray in temples during the day of devotion to Sanghyang Pasupati … More
La Symphonie Naturale
As daylight fades, an unnamed conductor assumes her position on a darkened outdoor stage. Unlike the bright stars above, she … More
The Healermen of KL: Part III
I’m still learning that sometimes our biggest gifts materialize in the smallest of packages. Including those that lead us towards … More