MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We hope you all have a wonderful day with friends and family and of course, that Santa had you on his 'nice' list.
Our time in Ubud was great. We found a gorgeous room in a family compound for $20/night, complete with pool, breakfast on our porch, and hot water AND a bath! Luxury. The simple things matter! We took a wrong exit on our way into town, and ended up walking through a Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Usually there is a fee for this, but we just stumbled upon it and sauntered our way around it. The monkeys were quite evil. Kleptomaniacs. Mischievous laughs. Adorable. Hilarious.
We were able to feast on delicious meals at a tiny restaurant (4 tables) for super cheap -- Liza got mie goreng (fried noodles) for 80 cents!! Mark opted for nasi goreng special (fried rice with egg) for $1 !!! Oh yeah, living large!! We did find a lovely little cafe with a lovely friendly waiter and we went there a few times for some healthy drinks (and maybe a brownie, apple cake, and milkshake) including wheatgrass!! It was good -- we joined the fan club at the cafe!!
On our second last night there, we went to see some Ketchuk dancers (google it). It was pretty amazing that every person in the village that 'hosted' the performance, had contributed to the dance in some way. From 60+ men providing the music with their voices, to the elaborate costumes, to the actual set up of the dance, they were beaming with pride. They were so happy to show us some of their traditions and it really made for a special evening.
One of the biggest highlights was that we actually had some down time. We both read 1-2 entire books during our stay there; however, this down time also proved quite difficult ---- Liza was itching to do more, see more, and the thought of having to stay there another 1.5 weeks was almost unbearable. Clearly, it is hard for Liza to relax. Mark on the other hand .....
Needless to say, we left Ubud this morning for Sanur. This is a 5 km resort area with a great beach. We feel quite out of place, as there are no travellers here, only vacationers. Most are seniors staying in swanky hotels and having more than their fair share of bintangs (bali beer).
We are planning on staying here for 5 days, then taking a boat to a smaller island for some scuba diving (Steve, this is where the night dive comes into play ...... the challenge is on!!) and new years.
It doesn't feel like Christmas and Mark is sad about that. He would prefer to have the 'Christmas spirit' present in him. Liza, on the other hand, is quite pleased that it doesn't feel like C-mas at all, as she would feel homesick if it did (first c-mas away from her family). We are sure that there is snow falling, carols being sung, and merriment (lots and lots of merriment), and we hope that you have a wonderful Christmas day!!!!!!!!!!
Love and Hugs,
Liza and Mark
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Hey guys,
Merry Christmas and enjoy that night dive!
Merry Christmas Mark and Liza!!! And Mark, did you get my message on facebook??? Anyway, sounds like you guys are having an awesome time, can't wait to see the pics :)
WOW! How spectacular is your trip already! Enjoy this new and different experience! Merry Christmas, thinking of you! Take Care you two, all the best!
Merry Christmas Liza & Mark. We'll be thinking of you today, as we sit around the table & raise our wine glasses to say cheers! Continue on with your spectacular adventure & enjoy it thoroughly. Take care & have fun, Love Mom & Dad.
Merry Xmas to both of you. Our Xmas is just beginning - Adriana made us one of her famous breakfasts, no peeking till she calls us down. Yours is probably coming to and end - since you're 12 hours ahead. Hope you had a wonderful day.
Love
Mum and Dad
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