it’s official…we’re in love
I’m gonna keep this one short. But, by all means, please keep the questions and emails coming. Our friends and family have all been asking if we’ve settled in; if Bali has been what we expected; if it’s all that we’ve hoped for; if it’s getting easier…
Our two-month anniversary of living in Bali is here, and I can definitely say that we have found our groove. A routine, if you will, and a very nice one. It almost deserves a Marvin Gaye soundtrack to go with it. Seriously. And I can talk for hours on end about what we did and didn’t expect. I think I might save that for another post, because I will just get all philosophical about it, because that’s just how I am.
That said, I have a gazillion photos to share, and we haven’t even really done any touristy stuff yet. We are just getting started…so I will keep shooting and promise to share more later.
Besides, the truth is, we just bought a bunch of pirated DVD’s for super cheap (my apologies to my brother, Kalae, but that’s all they have available to sell here, in the malls and everywhere…and somehow, it’s completely legal???), and I just want to veg out in front of a movie in our cool, air-conditioned studio…aaaahhhh.
For now, here are some photos. This is a typical day for us: wake up, stretch, eat breakfast, check the surf, paddle out, eat again, and work on business/creative projects at home when the waves aren’t good — maybe go sightseeing, if we feel inclined. And then, Repeat. It’s going to be hard to leave, and I don’t know how we’re going to break it off to beautiful Bali gently when the time comes…
oh bali, you're crazy as hell, but i LOVE you
everyone wants a piece of the action
where are we? i think we were supposed to go over there...
one of my favorite spots. you can hear the monkeys from the line-up at this spot.
cliffside surfcheck
entrance before walking through a tunnel
loving the adventure...more sea caves
that one day, when it was big...
shooting from a distance, under the shade
empty peak...seek and you shall find
bigger than it looks...
hello baby cow...now, stay there
everyone is on a mission...
diggin the freshly-blended fruit juices. my favorite? watermelon juice.
we like lemon iced tea, too.
oh yeah, did I tell you? Brendon shaved his beard off.
here is one of our favorite places to scarf some food down after surfing...cheap and deeeelish
here is a picture from another (fancier) restaurant...balinese seafood satay
the best thing is knowing we can get dessert, anytime, anywhere...
Lovely pictures and writing…tell brendon he looks younger without the beard…..white light and love.
Lynne
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thanks, and yes, I’m liking the new look, too :)
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So happy to hear you guys are happy! Your pictures are gorgeous. I hope you stay long enough for me to come visit. Love and big hugs, Vanessa
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Thanks, Vanessa…if it’s possible, I would love that. We would have a blast — adventures are always double the fun with friends, you’d love it here…lots to do and see!
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check your pulse, check your breathing. everything is slower. savor it. Phil
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will do, Phil :) oh, and you were right about the monkeys…one grabbed on to my bag, and I tried to run away, but he still kept hanging on!
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oh my, Bali looks wonderful! You are very lucky to be living there! :) I just wanted to say thank you for following my blog, it’s a real honor for me. Also, I’ve added you to my blogroll because I think your blog and work is just amazing. Keep them coming, I want to hear all about Bali!
Best wishes, Audrey from Transylvania!
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