BALI STATE OF MIND

 

The Archipelago

Lyrics of Bali State of Mind

by unknown.

Some folks like to get away

Take a holiday from the neighborhood

Hop a flight to Miami Beach

Or to Hollywood

But I am taking China Airlines

Transit over Anchorage and Taiwan,

I'm in a Bali State of Mind.

I've seen all, snow, sleet/freezing rain

5 PM as dark as 9PM

New York City slushy mess

Been driving on ice covered road

But I know what I'm needing

And I don't want to waste more time

I'm in a Bali State of Mind

It's still cold outside, but I can't wait for my next month getaway vacation. I convince myself to start prepare what need to bring, who should I meet, where am I going to stay, what am I going to wear and not to mention the most important think how much funds available to bring.  I love vacations ... who doesn't???? ... I sometimes think I live for vacations ... waaakakkkkakakakk .... The ability to suppress reality for a few days ... no bills due dates, no time lines, no project plans, no alarm clocks, no cooking, no cleaning, no rushing here and there, definitely no obligations of daily living ...... just thinking about it brings a sense of vacation state of mind!


One of the places that I have always wanted to visit again and again has been Bali.  I went to Bali four years ago and don't know why I felt so drawn to go there again.  And yes, this spring I am traveling abroad to Bali, Indonesia to attend my nephew's wedding.  Surely, the best and unforgettable destination for a romantic wedding.  Accommodation checked!   Rental car checked!  Party gown checked!  Bathing suit ....... wait a second ...... that's not on my list ..... need to loose some inches to bring my sexy back ...... hahahahahh ..... Well, I have to remind myself that I will have to live in the moment.

Little that I know about Bali.

In 2009, the Island of Bali was rank #1 World's Best Islands by Travel + Leisure Magazine.  This Island of the Gods is part of the 13,700 islands that make up Indonesia, the largest archipelago in the world.  Bali always a favorite destination for me and those in need of a little relaxation. Green and lush, rich in culture and scenery, their kindness and hospitality are legendary, this tropical island continues to attract visitors from around the world including domestics.  Even after the 2002 bomb attacked by this Radical Islamic organization, Bali stands up and rebuild its tourist industry once again.


After Bali, we are flying to Jakarta, capital of Indonesia and the largest city in Indonesia.  Jakarta is located in the island of Java.  All my relatives and good old friends lived in Jakarta.  Some relatives already make plans for a family gathering on behalf of us, not to mention my childhoods friends from Caltex, class of 82 already start making plans for our small reunion.  After all, its been 30 years apart, some of them I met 4 years ago, but I am looking forward to see others.  And I can't wait to write a story about that.

My flight is next month ...... doo wop doo wop .......wish me luck .... I am kinda scared of flying ...... :((((



Till next time folks,
Warm regards,
Mia