The purchase of Dewi Tara!

 We were on a shopping trip buying some items for the building, when I spotted a stone carved statue of a Balinese Goddess, Dewi Tara. I loved her and thought she would look nice in the outdoor bathroom. When I enquired about her, asking her name, the shop keeper said she is the wife of the ocean God. Upon hearing this, I knew she was meant for me! Our bathroom has beautiful views over the Bali Ocean, so I believe Tara will be very happy in her new home! I didn't stop to think about how difficult it would be to transport her up the hill.....

 I have great respect for the Balinese workers, who gathered around Tara with enthusiasm and worked out an easy solution...... 

Even as they approached the entrance way and had to lift Tara up into the bedroom, the workers did the job with such ease (as I stood by watching and hoping she would make it in one piece!)



And here she sits with such poise and beauty!!!