The Lotus

"As a lotus flower is born in water, grows in water and rises out of water to stand above it unsoiled, so I, born in the world, raised in the world having overcome the world, over unsoiled by the world." Buddha

There is something just so mesmerizing and complex about the lotus. It's multi-layered levels, independent of each other with a burst of color, but joined and united together for this spectacular display.  With stem systems that seem murky an dirty, stagnant even, but look, look closely, it's magic.  

Ubud-Cremation Ceremony

Whilst in Ubud Bali this August there was a large cremation service held in Ubud. At times I felt as if this was a public-private cultural ceremony but I found everyone to be quite nice and friendly!  

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Don't Mess With Baby

While visiting Monkey Forrest in Ubud Bali, I saw what I thought was the beginning of monkey revolution. Of course I started backing up I don't trust them! I've seen them mug people of their sandals (while dangling on their foot), snatch water bottles and play tug of war with purses, caps and anythingthey can grab.

However, upon a much closer look these two were just protecting a baby; maybe theirs I don't know but they flanked her take a look! 

KAFE

The food of Bali is some of the most delicious food I have ever eaten. I never seem to tire of Nasi Goreng (fried rice). However, the MSG bloat is so horrible I often need a break from traditional Balinese food and sometimes just want a clean salad. The best spot we've discovered for this needed reprieve is called KAFE located in central Ubud. Here are some pictures of some of the best food ever! 

One of the best Pesto dishes ever!

It is a very busy spot.

Cute area with cd's, soaps and recycled bags!

The best vegetarian samosas I've ever had!