Category Archives: Southeast Asia 2009

I surfed for a few hours today. I caught at least one big wave. It was the one I’ve ever ridden–maybe 10-12 ft (3-4 m). I’m a n00b, yes; but it still was big for me. It is the most … Continue reading →

We went to the Seeds of Hope Bali Orphanage today. Jameelah spearheaded the effort. She really wanted to volunteer somehow in Indonesia. She found this orphanage online, and it looked like the perfect opportunity. We had fun with the kids. … Continue reading →

Today was our last day in Ubud. We started our day at the Blanco Renaissance Musuem. The Musuem houses the collection of paintings by the late Spaniard, Antonio Blanco. Blanco was an eccentric, wealthy, and perverted man. He searched for … Continue reading →

July 6 Our chauffeur picked us up at our hotel in Munduk. Or least that’s how it felt. Our driver looked at least middle-class and he drove a new SUV. We only paid $10/each. And we were the only passengers. … Continue reading →

July 4 What a lovely trek we had this morning. Our guide took us to the local waterfall–which was beautiful. Also, he pointed out all the different workers we passed along the way. Coffee, cloves, and cinnamon are grown in … Continue reading →