People watching is one of my favorite hobbies. The crowded streets of Chinatown were the perfect canvas to enjoy the diversity of people from all over the world. Men and women in all shapes and sizes, mixed ethnicity couples, and one guy asleep … [Read more...]
The Ramayana Ballet, Indonesia
April 17, 2014 by
The ballet symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. As I watched the dancers, through tired eyes, it took me back to my childhood and the mythological stories steeped in the depths of the Hindu culture. The beauty of the movement captured the … [Read more...]
The Prambanan Temple, Indonesia
April 16, 2014 by
The ancient Hindu temple at Prambanan, dating back to the 9th century, was built to honor the Creator (Brahma), the Preserver (Vishnu), and the Destroyer (Shiva). The structure is breathtaking and its impact on my mind, is profound. This ancient … [Read more...]
Saving Face
April 10, 2014 by
The people of Singapore, at the conference, are soft-spoken and friendly. Part culture, part service orientation. As we checked into our hotel, I realized we had overpaid for a night. "Would it be possible to get a refund," I asked politely. The … [Read more...]
