We've had a very good time in Bali so far but have lots more that we want to do. Today was busy with getting flights and visa extensions and felt like we might miss the chance to see some of the culture and color that make Bali so great. We didn't have to worry for long as a huge cremation ceremony was soon parading down the street as part of the process to send an important priest off in style. Everyone encouraged us to follow as much of the event as possible. We had to settle for watching the people and floats march by and it was very worthwhile.
This evening we went back out to catch one of the dance and music performances scheduled. Wow! we saw and heard an amazing performance and had front row seats for the whole thing. There was so much color and energy in the story performed I felt exhausted from just watching it. We also managed to cover quite a bit of ground in Ubud today and enjoyed great food along the way. We also met a woman from Canada who has started a program to bring reading glasses to children and artist who need them to continue their studies and work. Her program seems to be taking off and we were quite impressed and inspired by meeting her.
It's been another long day and tomorrow we pack up and head to the airport. We are already looking forward to coming back to Bali and then hopefully some of the islands beyond as we are just about at the half way point on this amazing adventure.
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