shanti evening

i had one of the most lovely evenings last night. i went out with goobe and her rather glowingly pregnant friend, a girl i met at our nia class, also canadian. we went to the shanti lodge, a little hippy-esque retreat decked out in dark woods and comfy chairs. a place where the geckos didn't even bother me.just a simple evening of chatting and reflecting and listening to the rain, but being under cover.

driving home was a new experience for me. i often drive home at night, but last night it was raining quite a bit, which by default made me drive more slowly. as i drove i noticed more than i ever have. typically when i am riding i am doing everything i can to not have an accident. full stop. but last night the road was clear and i went obscenely slow. i saw little huts on the side of the road, families tucked under cover watching the rain. dogs roaming the streets, looking for friends-much like the rest of us. spirit houses glowing through the damp air, the sweet waft of incense that has been infiltrated into my memories of thailand taking over my thoughts.

a simple night filled with amazing sensory experiences. it's funny how the simple things are the ones that will stay with you forever.

13 days until i go home.