gearing up in equipment that seems so unnaturally foreign with tubes supporting my breath that strongly resemble a hospital´s apparatus. meditating on the sound of my inhale that is amplified and rooted from deep within my aqua lungs. bubbles escape through each exhale of survival. equalizing the pressure in my ears to convince my body that sixty feet below sea level is where i am supposed to be. falling from the surface into a deep blue hole of abyss just to find myself greeted by life of all forms. psychadelic synchronicity with wonders of the underwater world. i become the [View Full Entry]

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embarking on my independent journey. leaving vibrant textiles and entering a land full of dark unclothed bodies and luscious lip smiles. the sounds of spanish dialect now replaced by indistinguishable accents of english, creole, and garifuna slang. welcomed by bare feet and dread adorned heads, i step off the bus to the sounds of blasting reggae tunes and the sight of red, gold, and green everywhere. i enter bliss with a one hour speed boat ride. the wind blowing so intensely that i can barely open my eyes to see this wonderland. i turn my senses off and enjoy the feel [View Full Entry]

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antigua and atitlan... once again, familar with the unfamilar. feeling at home in Latinlandia. cobblestone streets set amongst lush greenery and steep volcano walls. walking the streets with awareness, for each stumble upon a stone reminds me to be in the present moment. stray dogs wander amongst crowds of colors. sunset rainbows intertwine amongst vibrant textiles and wardrobes. street vendors selling homemade tortillas piled high with fresh avocado, vegetables, and beans...orgasmic taste buds turned on! ancient architecture and cathedrals hold onto traditional culture as tourist shad [View Full Entry]

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gangotri... hey everybody! just got back from the journey of a lifetime and wanted to update everyone. gangotri...seriously one of the best and worst experiences i have had in india. let me start with the negative...the ride from hell...returning back to india from the backpackers haven of Bagsu. diving in head first...full force. rising before the sun in a deserted Rishikesh to board our 4AM bus. not a soul in sight nor a sound within reachable distance. even the cows and the dogs rest peacefully on the side of the road. climbing aboard a rickety bus packed with all indian men [View Full Entry]

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a few words on seeing the dali lama speak yesterday... walking into a sea of monks...bald heads and round bodies decorated in maroon and yellow robes. hands in prayer position, bowing heads, voices expressing mantras, and delicately moving mala beads. all attention forward focusing on the sacred words of the dali lama with all do highest respect. a small figure that barely fits over the podium captures the mind, body, and soul of hundreds. energy more powerful than words, for his presence is enough. persistently reminding us all to purify the subtle mind, to reach dharma- complete fre [View Full Entry]

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hey everyone! we arrived in bagsu about two weeks ago and we are loving the mountain vibes. a small mountain village tucked snug between the Himalayas. evergreen and pine trees cascade down steep mountain sides with snow covered peaks in what feels like only an arm's distance away. cleanliness from beneath the soles of my feet, up through my body, and eventually filling my lungs with fresh air. cool breezes transmitting pure scents that seem so foreign to India. thunder and lightening storms scattered between sunshine filled days. tibetan smiles of purity portraying a different form of strugg [View Full Entry]

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hey friends and family! just updating on the past bit of time... arriving into rishikesh fresh off the train. stopping to sip some chai as we are first introduced to the himalayas. with the sunrise reflecting on mama ganga, i take a deep breath of fresh air and enjoy the peace and quiet that was longed for since i set foot in this country. as the morning approaches, musical chanting of mantras and ringing bells emanate through the breeze. indulging in the tranquility of fresh water and mountain air, we make ourselves at home in our temporary abode. after a few [View Full Entry]

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hey everyone! so it probably seems like i am an internet dork but there is so much to share with everyone. just left varanasi, passed through agra to see the taj mahal today, and going to delhi before we hit up the mountains and slow down the pace for shanti shanti time. varanasi...introduced to us as "the holiest city in the world," "the city of burning and learning." experiencing the intensity of india within our first week. truly feeling a deep love and a simultaneous hate for the ground we are walking. our first introduction to mother ganga. although the energy [View Full Entry]

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hey everyone! we arrived in india safely and have officially begun the next leg of our journey... different flavored aromas approach my nostrils as i set foot on the indian filled flight. leaving thailand with a bang, experiencing one more insane taxi drive to the airport. already nostalgic for the amazing experiences thailand has offered me. immediately understanding the craze of our next adventure as rude men carelessly push us aside, as they rush just to wait. sarah and i both smirk at each other as we realize that our true meditation is about to begin- practicing patience in india. our [View Full Entry]

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hey everyone! a bit of an update... the past month can be summed up with one word- "ocean." we began our coastal tour in sihanoukville, cambodia with fresh breaths of ocean winds after exploring one polluted city after another. my sand coated body kissed by the sun and instantly healed by the salt water. colorful sunsets complimented by full moon rising cycles that continue to keep us aligned with the universe. thatched roofed restaurants and bars bordering the beach that is now occupied by tourists. and although we came for relaxation shanti time, the desperation of others continues to keep [View Full Entry]

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