Morning Moments
It is difficult to describe in words some of the early morning experiences in this part of the world. Yes Bali has traffic and infrastructure problems, etc. And there is a risk of overdevelopment. But there is also this: And…
Category Reflections
The life of a Lotus Flower
We planted a lotus plant in a large concrete pot about two months ago and have been watching it grow ever since. For the last four or five days we’ve witnessed its first flowering. The lotus flower has always been associated with…
Sauntering along, encountering the elderly
I do my best to take a walk each and every morning. Fortunately a lovely trail begins directly across the road from here. It starts among the rice fields, crosses a large stream (over a bridge), and then curves along…
Thoughts on a Silent Day
Here in Bali there is one day per year where we don’t have a choice about whether to quiet oneself or not. It is forced upon us, due to the unique way that the Balinese celebrate their New Year. They…