The seasons are changing in Greece. Its hard to drive my scooter around the island without fear of being blown into the bamboo stocks that hug the gravel roads. But i manage ;)
I have been in Greece for over one month now. Zakenthos was my home for one week. I lived in the "cockroach motel" - this horrible one bedroom apartment for the first three nights. i am not exaggerating either...i had one crawl onto my hand ....eww. Luckily for me, i met some really nice English people; they offered me a place to stay for free at their 4 star resort with a pool. There was a group of about 6 of us. We explored the lush island of zante on 4 wheelers, and took a boat cruise to remote beaches. There is a beach with a shipwreck in the sand...story goes, that the captain and his crew were all doped up and crashed into land...............i can believe it..haha.
I have my own apartment on the island of Paros. I have been here two weeks and i will be staying for another 3. I spend all my time at Tao's Centre for Meditation. My days consist of studying yoga, tai chi, hangin out with friends, going to the beach, walking in the little town of Naoussa...It is a very peaceful time that i am thoroughly enjoying. The practice room has a majestic feel - a sacred space that we honor each time we step foot in to practice. Its a peaceful paradise that I call home.
This island is full of life and rich with culture. Its quite an amazing experience spending my time at Tao's. It is owned and operated by 3 families from Israel. I can loosely claim I have been to Israel, living with them, experiencing the way they live, their food, culture and interactions - I am fully immersed.
Greek island, Israelie people, Thai food, Indian influence, Zen, Buddhism, and infusion of wonder...truly unique.
I miss Toronto and everyone at home. But life is good, happy, and healthy.
Great story...i was at my place the other day just doing stuff in my apartment with the door open...and in come a pigeon...he swoops right in! The little black bird was just hanging out, walking around my place, going under the bed and table. It was too funny, he didn't want to leave. I finally got him out, then he strolls in again! haha. I guess he knew he was safe with me...he sensed that i have a love for birds...and i miss my own little birdies so much.
Have a great weekend.
Peace and love
Ashley
