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May 10th 2010

Published: May 11th 2010

Bali, Bali, Bali One of the places we’ve heard such great things about since we’ve lived here is Bali, Indonesia. I don’t think I’ve ever spoken with anyone who’s been there who didn’t like it. After traveling there for the kids’ Spring Break in March, we’re in the same camp. It’s an amazing place - beautiful, friendly, peaceful, relaxing, and fun! After a major travel debac... Read Full Entry

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Praying Women

Praying at the holy water temple, Tirta Empul

Tirta Empul

These believers lined up to take turns in the holy water fountains.

Resting at the Temple

Westen and Anika took a break to watch the ceremony (shown in the next picture...)

Worshiping

We tried to discretely watch this prayer ceremony. We didn't exactly blend in!

This is Chocolate?

It's hard for me to believe that this is where chocolate comes from!

Grinding the Beans

Anika is taking a turn grinding coffee beans.

Posers at the Rice Field

Mid-Way on the Rafting Trip

Enjoying the waterfall next to the river

Balinese Gas Station

What a load!

We had to hike a long way up the hill after rafting, but we couldn't complain. These tiny women did the same, but with our rafts balanced on their heads!

Yikes!

Look out for the Ogoh-ogoh!

Siam Sally's...

Cool!

Beach Beauties

Here are Serge and Mike with their new girlfriends!

Surfer Girl

Surfer Boy

Post surfing...

The kids had a great time surfing. They were tired, beaten up by the waves, and HUNGRY!

Back in Shanghai...

Here's our driver discussing our accident with the police.

11th May 2010

Kevin D
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Awesome
Your pics and story are awesome as usual. Good reminder too of what the rest of the real world is up to. (BTW - I always thought Serge looked good in a skirt!)

11th May 2010

Ralph
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Thanks for the trip to Bali.
Shanghai Sally (Siam Sally) Thanks for the great Blog. It's been a while since we've heard from you. Looks like once again you all had a great adventure. Your old house, 40 Coddington, sold once again. The Purcells are moving to a larger house in Victor. We enjoy keeping up with your exotic travels. Please stop in to say hello if you are back here this summer. Ralph

12th May 2010

Ellen
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Simply amazing
Wow... I am sitting here just in awe at the pictures and visuals you describe of Bali! What an amazing and wonderful experience for you all. Its on my "bucket list" for sure! Miss you all and can't wait to here these stories in real time this summer!

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