I'm dreaming of a wet christmas

when they say rainy season, they mean RAINY season. it's Christmas morning here in Bali and it has been downpouring for over 24 hours and it seems to come down harder and harder every hour. The small yard/garden in front of our villa has been turned into a small pond. Not exactly a white Christmas. Being away from the commercialized holiday season in the US, though, I have to say, has been a welcome relief. All the restaurants have signs saying "selemat hari natal" (Merry Christmas), but that's about it. We listened to an Irish music band (consisting of Balinese guys) last night (at the Cat & Fiddle). Really great musicians and subtlety in their performance. A great way to welcome in St. Nick (who did show up around midnight - in an inflatable Santa suit - drinking beer with the rest of us.

Merry Christmas to you all (in 5 hours!)