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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…

A shopping spree

Having a village encamped on your property comes with many surprises. Vendors of all sorts can sniff out an itinerant crowd and sell them everything from fresh fruits to fashion.