Birthing Stones

After the roar and frenzy of downpour, thunder and lightning from yesterday afternoon until this morning, I awoke with anticipation … More

The Roundabout Way

I walked the labyrinth twice this morning and both times nearly lost my way. Maybe it was just a reflection … 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

The Day After the World Didn’t End

When I spoke with my sister this morning, who is on the east coast of the U.S., the time difference … More

Life and Death

Last Wednesday, I left to Sidemen, where for a few days (and except for my cellphone), I disconnected from the … More

A Festival of Light

‘Twas the second night of Chanukah And in the town of Ubud A party was happening As we knew it … More

Bring on the Light

I read an article yesterday in which an explanation was given for why it is so hot in Bali these … More

A Boy’s Touch

It could well happen, one fine day, while out walking on a quiet stretch of street in Ubud, that you … More

A Meditation Strategy

The second Sunday since my return to Ubud signaled also a gathering just outside town, a gathering of friends at … More