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Dec 08 2010
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Update..

I know it’s been a while since my last post but I’m finding it hard to find inspiration to write. It’s so different this time around. I’m no longer on vacation but living my life day-to-day… and my life is frankly quite boring! Nothing is new and exciting anymore. I’ve barely taken any pics – that’s how uninspired I am right now.

One new thing that has happened recently is that I’ve landed a part-time job writing biographies of celebrities for an English school here. The pay is below average in Canadian standards but is on par with some manager positions here in Bali. Take a look at some of the articles I’ve written: Click here. Super easy ya.
Until next time..
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Nov 15 2010
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Learn to fly

Today marks 3 weeks that I’ve been back in Bali and I think I’ve finally settled into a daily rhythm or routine. It feels good to have a sense of order and structure back in place – loose as it may be. Truth be told, even though having absolutely nothing to do feels great, it only feels great for so long. As such, I’ve decided to put pen to paper and write down a few priorities that have been floating around my head for the last while. This way, you’ll be able to hold me accountable 🙂

  • Finish my teaching course
  • Spend at least 15 minutes a day learning/reviewing Bahasa
  • Polish resume/CV
  • Work on devising a method of income (e-lance, P/T jobs etc)
  • Drink more water
Out of all these, earning a source of income is definitely the most stress inducing (no surprise there – spending $$ without any coming in isn’t very fun). I’m not sure what the best course of action is yet but I’m definitely going to keep my eyes and ears open in case an opportunity arises. Who knows, my dream job may pop out of thin air and give me a job on the spot. All I know is that I have to be ready to dive in, holding nothing back. Sort of like jumping off a cliff without a parachute…
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Nov 04 2010
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Beautiful Bali

It’s funny being back in a place that you thought you knew pretty well only to realize that you either a) forgot everything or b) didn’t actually know anything at all! I’m finding myself in that situation a lot lately – especially with regards to streets and getting around town. Things either look completely unfamiliar to me or I have my directions completely backwards! Hopefully a few more days riding the streets (yes, no accidents so far!) will allow me to get my bearings all sorted out.

I love being back in beautiful Bali (30+ temperatures and all) but I already miss a few things back home – like Vancouver water! Also, one thing that I’ve noticed is how startlingly quiet it is compared to a few months ago – a lot less tourists on the street which isn’t a bad thing at all.

I haven’t taken out my camera yet so I don’t have anything to show for the last couple of days. We’re going to check out Sanur this weekend so hopefully I’ll be able to share some pics then. Oh, I also have internet set up on my phone so feel free to send me an email – I love receiving them 🙂

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Oct 26 2010
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One week

In less than 7 days, I’ll be on a plane back to beautiful Bali for an indeterminate amount of time. Am I excited? Yes. Am I nervous? Yes. Am I happy? Yes. Am I sad to miss Christmas? Hell yes.

I’m not worried though – Bali charmed me the first time around, I have no doubt that I’ll fall under its spell again…

Oh, and if you have any suggestions on bringing Christmas cheer to paradise, I’m all ears 🙂

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Jul 16 2010
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Home Sweet (?) Home

After almost 3 months of continuous traveling (Ottawa, Cuba, Montreal and Bali) I’ve finally made my way home. It’s definitely a bittersweet experience. I’m very happy to be home and sleep in my own bed, and see family/friends again but sad at the same time to leave Bali. I had such an amazing experience there that it’s almost feels like a let-down to be back in Vancouver. I know I’m probably suffering from post-vacation syndrome so the plan is to let things settle down…

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