I’m learning more than I could have hoped for here in the jungles of Bali! We have been blessed with powerful guest teachers. We spent one day with a Sanskrit teacher, one day with an Ayurvedic physician and one day with a Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) master to enhance our studies.
On the Full Moon Eclipse we spent the day offering prayers of healing for ourselves, for our friends and for all beings.
There are SO MANY things to share with you…so I will begin by sharing one of my favorite things. As you know, I love to walk – so I am delighted to have a fabulous 3 mile walk through the jungle, gardens, rice paddies and aloe vera fields. I’m also delighted to have a 4-legged companion who accompanies me every day as I walk. His name is Boulou:
We start out on this road and then pass by the organic gardens that provide most of the food we are eating here at Bali Eco Village.
Then we walk beside rice paddies:
Then we climb up a hill to get a good view of the 2 volcanoes:
We pass cows ….
And often pass people as they balance wood, jugs of water, bundles of rice and baskets of food on their head:
Our last stop is at the Aloe Vera field to pick some shampoo/conditioner/skin tonic 
And we are welcomed back by the beautiful statues that adorn Bali Eco Village:
Sending you love,
Devika
I am touched by the chronicle of your journey to Bali. Thank you for sharing your experience and your prayers.
Thank you for sharing, Deb. My trip to Bali in 2006 changed the course of my life. I’ve been thinking of going back soon, and your beautiful entry/photos has pushed me over the edge. ENJOY, and please keep sharing when you can.
thank you, dear Devika! allowed me to stop and smell the rice! aaahhh, so serene and peaceful…with love, Ellen
Devika,
Thank you for your inspiration and blessings! So Much Love,
Suraya Devi (the name my Ustadji – that is, my Sufi vocal teacher in Austin gave me)
Deb,
Your journal is very inspiring. I have been sharing your journey w/ my yoga friends…
We are in awe and envy, and send you positive healing energy!
Namaste..
Deb
Thank you for taking me on your journey. I enjoy reading your updates and what you have learned. I will continue to sent prayers, love and Reiki your way. Stay well Susan
Deb, thank you so much for taking time to take photographs and share your experience with us. Love and blessings
Queen Victoria Ann
What fascinating reading along with the pictures. It felt like I was walking right with you. Thank-you. Hugs, Lu
Would you be willing to share the aloe shampoo and condioner recipe with us?
Devika,
I love hearing of your journey in Bali, the blessings, the courage, the lessons, and of course seeing the beauty of your surroundings. Your new name just tickled me in how it seems to expand who you are and why you are here.
many joys to you,
Liz
Sounds so amazing and peaceful!