Monthly Archives: November 2011

Sleeping Outside and a Bali International Mask Conference Update

Posted on November 30, 2011 by admin

It continues to be hot with occasional rain here in Singaraja. It’s hard to believe that it will be December tomorrow. After three years of faithful service, my air-conditioner broke down. Not the best time for it to happen with … Continue reading →

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Professor George DeVos – Rest in Peace

Posted on November 29, 2011 by admin

Living overseas can be a great life, but it does have its downsides. Most of us who left “home” long ago will probably agree that it’s the distance from family and friends that is the biggest downside (well, not being … Continue reading →

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Writing in Bali

Posted on November 26, 2011 by admin

I spend a lot of my time now that I’m retire writing and reading. One of the things that Bali lacks – at least in the north where I live – are good bookstores. Of course, there’s always the internet … Continue reading →

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Fixing a Hole Where the Rain Gets in…

Posted on November 25, 2011 by admin

Leaks do, indeed, keep my mind from wandering. I thought that when we tore down the old traditional roof last year and built a flat concrete roof that the days of frequent leaks during the rainy season would become only … Continue reading →

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Update on Bali News from Singaraja

Posted on November 16, 2011 by admin

International Mask Conference A few posts ago I wondered about the feasibility of the planned international mask festival in Singaraja. My question was centered around the possibility of completing the new building over at the old harbor by the opening … Continue reading →

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