IT'S HARMLESS!

"We still enjoy swimming." says the couple vacationer swimming this morning at the beach. I went for a walk this morning and I've seen a bit of the dead sea grass floating covering the crystal clear waters. 

If you've been on the water in Nah Trang yesterday you've seen clear water but this morning, you are looking at dead sea grass plaguing the area. The staff here told me that this is the time of the year when dead sea grass are floating on beaches. I was thinking that it's probably the effect of the typhoon which is happening nearby countries. I've been to few beaches but I don't remember seeing dead sea grass this much. The moment I opened my curtain, I saw them floating near the shore, “fisherman are not affected as its not really covering a lot of the sea.” say's the hotel staff.

The fresh water kills the sea grass -- meaning some sea life must go elsewhere. "It's essential for their survival. Whether it be for their reproduction or just as a refuge for their habitat, without those sea grasses they can no longer reproduce or use those areas.” 

 

It was indeed a cleaning up time on for the beaches. I was looking at them collecting the brown sea grass and putting them on the boats to dispose. The cleaning took at least few days. For now, the dead sea grass come and go but at least it's not a lot like the other weeks. I've seen that tourist are enjoying their time because they have access to the sea. 

I FEEL YOU

Ocean, waves, water, color, skies and clouds

The sounds of the sea, so calm and so with the time.

Waves coming, closer and closer then it disperse on the shore.

Inhale and exhale, the wind, the air...

So fresh, it cleanse my spirit and my soul.

The colour, so blue when its shallow, 

The colour, so green when its hollow.

The distance, so wide,

You cannot hide.

People swimming, laughing, enjoying your wave force, that splashes to their skins ashore.

I admire your glorious size,

The infinity that sometimes resembles love...

Sun sets in and your colour change.

And even in the dark your beauty shines in.

Its time for me to continue walking and these i'm grateful.

Thank you Lord for all these wonderful gifts.

A sight of admiration that never fade.

Sunset in my life

“Sunset is a wonderful opportunity for us to appreciate all the great things the sun gives us!” ― Mehmet Murat ildan

Whoa! It has certainly been a while! I remember the last time I was taking photos of the ocean was when I was in Indonesia, that was a year ago. My photo shots is taking me everywhere and I'm really enjoying it. I've been putting my heart and soul into my new project and hopefully it will be fruitful in the end.

The majority of my time will be spent on my website, as i'm busy upgrading and updating my details and busy also doing my project.

Today, I thought to change my cover photo because I thought its about time. Lolz. This sunset photo inspired me a lot lately. From the word “sunset” it already says something powerful about life.

I thought this photo speaks to me so well. I've been through all the ups and downs this past months. Many incidents that is teaching me and reminding me that sometimes, “shit happens.” In some ways, it hit me a bit and changed the way I see and do things.

Over time, I must say that at one stage, my inbox has been flooded with emails from friends around the world, reminding me.. and I quote.. “hey, you're not that.. people think you're like that, but you're not..” OR “..expect people to judge you but let it be, it will pass, real friends will always be there for you no matter what...” what a sweet lines to read, right?

T'was really a one wonderful feeling to know that there are people out there, who cares, loyal and will emotionally support you. I was also touched when I talked to my best friend Abel about life and shit... he said, “people love to see you fall so don't get provoked with their nonsense.. be strong and have faith...” – Going back to my zodiac, it came to me and made me remember, is this really the year of the dragon where its being picked by the sheep? Apparently, not all the dragons are spitting fire, isn't it.. lolz..

As I was taking a photo of the sunset. I thought i'm gonna sit on this big stone and leave my camera next to me. I started again to reflect with so many things. I knew this is what I needed to do. Rewind and unwind.

You know, there's something especially powerful about connecting with people. First, strangers. You will get to know them, become friends, then fights, then hatred, then enemies until suddenly. Sadness.. then again, happiness because you start to meet another strangers and will become friends... its a cycle. But if you come to think about it, seems, to be a Stranger from the start but the connection brought you to life. The journey into wholeness, fulfillment, bliss, self-awareness and purpose that just makes you come even more alive.

So, as the sun started to slowly bidding goodbye. I finally realized that, what happened today is gone. We can't undo things. I guess the sunset speaks a lot with me today. It basically says that, I should work on letting go and stop caring what everyone else thinking and instead define MYSELF. That's a lot of thinking but I figured out how to turn those dark days into something much bigger. I learned that I should continue to live life (on purpose). I learned what it meant to feel blissfully alive while living in alignment with my truth.

(sigh) Anyways, It's now getting dark so I have to go back to our room. On my way back, I took few snap shots of the beach. Which i'm gonna be sharing with you soon.

Life must move on even if the sun sets. Tomorrow is another day filled with sun that shines upon us. Be grateful and happiness will naturally comes back to you.

Much love my dear Friends and thank you once again for reading my long journal today.

A WEEK TRIP TO BALI INDONESIA

My Bali adventure, where to begin? This is my third time to visit Bali and my  Bali experience is something that can’t be explained, it’s a cultural and spiritual journey that needs to be experienced in order to be understood. Bali is called “The Island of The Gods,” and appropriately so.

This trip, I was lucky enough to experience some of the most beautiful locations and resorts the island has to offer, beginning in Nusa Dua, then to Sanur and Uluwatu.

When I wasn’t shooting I was enjoying the luxury of Centara Grand Villa  There we had our own swimming pool. I also went for a walk near the shopping center. The thing I love most about Bali is that it offers something for everyone, amazing wave breaks, unique shopping, some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and for the foodie, fantastic restaurants.

I feel as though Bali is also a reminder of how important kindness and generosity are: the locals are so lovely and cheerful that it would be hard to have a bad day, someone was always putting a smile on my face.

The four day trip to Bali was really engaging. First, we went to visit the Uluwatu Temple which is one of the oldest temple in Bali. It is also located high on a cliff top at the edge of a plateau 250 feet above the waves of the Indian Ocean. One specular view.  There are also monkeys around the temple. These monkeys inhabit the temple and cliff face hoping for a banana or some peanuts from the visitors.

On the second day, I went to visit Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, or Pura Bratan, is the second most important temple in Bali after the mother temple Besakih. “The temple is found on the shores of Danau Bratan (Lake Bratan) in the mountains near Bedugul.  The temple was built in 1926 and is dedicated to Dewi Batari Ulun Danu, goddess of lakes and rivers.” – Here, I didn't really enjoy much because of the rain. Weather was not cooperative, my driver told me that.. weather in this area is unpredictable. Funny because when we left Nusa Dua, it was all blue skies but the time we are arriving to Pura Bratan, its all foggy, windy and raining non stop. When I went inside the temple there was a ceremonial happening. We are not allowed to go near the ceremony so I stayed inside the shed waiting for the rain to stop.

Third day, Tanah Lot Temple is probably the most famous of Bali's temples and mean "Land in the Middle of the sea".  The temple sits just off the coast on a rock, which is quite spectacular. The temple is visited quite often at sunset and provides great photos.  The temple is believed to be the work of 15th century priest Nirartha.”

I really had a great time those days. The experience that I carry with me during this travel allowed me to become more adventurous. I've seen few ceremonial activities before like the  “Ogoh-ogoh” performed with demonic statues and floats filling the streets which symbolize negativity and bad spirits. The statues are burned at the end of the night to cleanse them of all things “evil”.  That parade was really something. I should have stayed longer last year to witness but im looking forward to see that this year, perhaps?.

Something that i've learned in Bali was the part when they do the reflection and meditation. It was truly  a wonderful experience which I was so glad to be a part of it. Its more on  to focus on peace within ones self.

Anyways, please enjoy viewing the photos as much as i enjoyed taking them. Thank you too for reading all my long notes.. time to time.. lolz.

Amazing Saturday!

Had an amazing Satruday! 

Hi my Beau-Friends,  Hope everyone are well today.  Sharing you my beautiful Saturday experience! 

As usual, took for about 3 hours drive from Bangkok to Centara Grand Modus Resort Pattaya. We arrived around 4 in the afternoon. When we arrived, the GM (General Manager) and the staff were there to welcome us. There was an ongoing event when we arrived so it was pretty busy.

I thought our Saturday night stay at the hotel was fantastic but let me share from start: ;)
First up: There are 3 or four buildings on site, don't get lost as to where the reception is, just ask the staff when you arrived and they will show you. Secondly, The location is fantastic because you are right on the bay, meaning you will really enjoy viewing the perfect setting for unbelievable sunsets each night. The rooms are good. Different style and nice decorations. The best part, I love it when i feel like I'm in my bed when traveling. The bed and the pillows are soooo comfy.. (reason why I'm loving Centara Hotels & Resorts) ;)

Same night, me and my niece went for a dinner at the all-day dining restaurant - Modus Bistro. Different ambiance, decorations are mostly made of metals, different inspirations. We sat next to the hanging chains, very heavy.. And yes, we had a great time at the restaurant catching up whilst having our Vegetarian Pizza plus the Greek Salad! Beautiful! In short, we wrapped up our evening pretty good.

Before leaving the next day, me and my husband, we went for a walk at the pool and the beach area. There are two pool there, one for adults and for kids and its facing the ocean. Something that i missed though was visiting the The Sanctuary of Truth temple which is very close to the hotel. I love beaches and sands but thought visiting temples when in different places in Asia is cool too.

T'was a night at the hotel. The overall experience is pretty cool. Totally!