Once upon a time in Bali …


Arrived in the town of Ubud, here in Bali. Long flight from Denver to SF, from SF to Singapore, from Singapore to Bali. Pretty smooth travel overall, and had plenty of time to catch up on TV/Movies that we had on our to-watch list (Ex: Veep with with Julia Louis-Dreyfus is funnier than I remember).  Here’s Leah geared up ready for the long 17 hour leg to Singapore. 


We FaceTimed with parents and sister today to let them know all is well.  Frankly, I don’t know how it could be better … weather is nice, high 80’s and light breeze … and Balinese people are super friendly and willing to share stories from their history, culture and local events. One event that is on the horizon is Nyepi (pronounced Nep-yee … I think) on Wednesday March 22.  It’s translated into “Silent Day” where the airport is shut down, internet is shut down, supposed to only use electricity for emergency … the island will be “dark.”  And despite the perceived inconvenience of stepping away from gadgets, this is a good thing.  Take time to reflect and cleanse the island from previous year’s misdoings, bad omens and wipe the slate as the yearly Balinese calendar turns the page.  

In the meantime as Silent Day approaches, we’re enjoying morning sunrises, friendly creatures on the property, dips in the pool, and exploring the Ubud food scene (ex: The Sayan House with great views of evening sunset).






Will continue to update with stories and pics, but off to a good start.

Brice (and Leah)


Comments

  1. NateMarch 17, 2023 at 1:52 PM

    Looks amazing! Happy to have seen you both before you left. "Silent Day", I like it. Cheers!

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