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Movie Review: The Courier (2020)
(Apr 26, 2021) This is a brilliant film, based on a true story during the US-USSR cold war where MI6 and the CIA hired a civilian salesman to spy on the Russians in transporting intel documents that could affect global balance in nuclear armament.....more »»
A Powerful Lesson from the Car Mechanic
(July 29, 1970) My Dad found a brilliant car mechanic- he could diagnose a car trouble with uncanny skill and get it fixed. With such a find, my Dad thought about putting up a car repair shop and have the guy be the chief mechanic. But the mechanic did something that put a stop to all that. I learned a powerful lesson.....more »»
Coffeemates, Breadmates and Yogamates in Chiang Mai
(Jan-Mar 2021) With my continued Covid visa extension, I get to stay longer in paradise. And with that, I revel in her wonderful peoplescape - the fun, the beautiful and the cerebral ....more »»
Frida Kahlo Overlay
(Apr 14, 2021) Frida Kahlo is such a compelling character. Her name is almost synonymous with pain and suffering. When I saw a Frida-face outline on a dress at Jing Jai Sunday Market, a light bulb just lit up for my next art project.....more »»
You Want to be Wonder Woman?
(Apr 8, 2021) My new hotelmate wanted me to teach her yoga. I asked her to give up 2 things to show she's serious. She kept negotiating. Finally, I told her something about being Wonder Woman that got her attention.....more »»
Who Missed Sunday School?
(July 30, 1970) I dreaded Mondays. As a 5th grader, the religion teacher would ask the class who went to church last Sunday. Like every other Monday, I would be the odd guy out coz my parents were not church goers. I would brace myself for the usual humiliating punishment. This went on every Monday for two fucking years!....more »»
Guess Who's Coming to Bread Day?
(Mar 1, 2021) Alan, Nicola and I were all protective about our dynamics on our Monday Bread Day. So far, no one has been allowed unanimously for fear of disruption. But then, Christine came along.....more »»
Kunjal Kriya / Vamana Dhauti (induced vomiting)
(Apr 1, 2021) Kunjal Kriya (induced vomiting) helps rid the stomach lining of excess mucus, food debris, and digestive toxic accumulation.....more »»
Varisara Dhauti (cleansing of the entire digestive tract)
(Mar 26, 2021) It is said that 90% of all illnesses begin at the gut. So what happens if we take steps to ensure the gut is clean? Vitality surges into our system, we become resilient from disease, and our functionality is optimized.....more »»
Spiritual Backpacker Interview by Napasorn 'Cherry' Suvarnapradip
(Mar 23, 2021) The one-hour interview was focused on the turn of events that took a working stiff like me, to walk away from the corporate world to live a life of nomadic mobility with no home, no job and not enough money - but thriving on my reliance with this benevolent universe.....more »»
Bangkok in Pictures
(Mar 17-21, 2021) Bangkok in day-to-day life pictures....more »»
Bangkok for Passport Renewal
(Mar 17-21, 2021) My passport was nearing its 6-month expiry threshold - time to have it renewed at the embassy in Bangkok. This trip also gives me a break from Chiang Mai, its pollution and its heat.....more »»
Private One-on-One Yoga Classes with Doriana
(Feb 17 - Mar 14, 2021) Doriana was a complete stranger until I met her at Ollie's and Ceylin's picnic at the CMU pond. I saw her put eye drops on her eyes. I said there is a better, natural and cost-effective way to moisturize the eyes through yoga. She asked that I do it, and not just explain. So, on the spot, I conducted trataka shatkriya, surya pradarshini mudra and sambhavi mudra. She felt an immediate relief. Only then did she ask me to teach her how to gain flexibility and strength through yoga.....more »»
Transformational Life Events
(Mar 13, 2021) While trading stories with Cherry, she found my life adventures interesting and asked if I could make a short presentation of the turn of events that led me to my present lot - a nomadic life in quest of spirituality.....more »» ARCHIVE:
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