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  1. pollyanna

    Earning Money in Indonesia

    I hope this hasn't already been answered but I searched and couldn't find the answer to my question. On a KITAP (retirement) is it a requirement that one cannot work or than one cannot earn money? In other words, is it legal to invest in a business and earn money from that investment as long as...
  2. pollyanna

    Ukelele

    Any ukulele players in Ubud that would like to meet up to strum and sing? A friend of mine is putting together a group who want to play for fun and have a good time.
  3. pollyanna

    whats up with Bali Deli?

    I used to think we didn't have as much choice in deli products around Ubud as people in the south but in reading this thread I realize how lucky we are to have the Ubud Deli between Mas and Ubud. They have great variety, quality, really helpful staff, and they deliver around Ubud. They also make...
  4. pollyanna

    Ubud Village Jazz Festival

    ronb, it is Cold in Bali. Definitely cuddle weather and too cold for swimming.
  5. pollyanna

    Burglary in umalas

    I've mentioned our attack and robbery previously on Balipod but you can read about it here. I agree with all SHoggard says about community relations, not only for reasons of safety but because it makes us more connected to our Bali life. Wayne, my hat's off to you for all the work you did to get...
  6. pollyanna

    Poolpumps.

    Have you considered a solar pump? A friend from Australia only uses a solar pump on his farm in Australia and is totally happy with it.
  7. pollyanna

    Kennels with good Rep.

    I agree with RonB. I can't speak highly enough of Bali Kennel in Sanur. The owner and staff all genuinely care about the pets in their care. Mine go down to Sanur once a month for grooming and they are always happy to be there. It is like a play date for them. The dogs who are boarding or there...
  8. pollyanna

    Concerns about airport noted

    We would all applaud journalism that exposes airport safety issues the airport would rather we remain unaware of but irresponsible journalism for sensationalism is irritating."Remarkably, no-one died," said the article. Perhaps "thankfully" would have been a better adverb if one were needed. The...
  9. pollyanna

    import duty

    I understand the question about food processors. I can't live without mine. Ubud Deli has them and they are good ones - Kenwood.
  10. pollyanna

    My cost of living in bali & Bali compared to Jakarta

    People in Australia become rude or cross when someone living in Australia cannot communicate well in English. The same is often true in America. The comment often made is, "If they want to live in an English speaking country, they should bloody well learn to speak the language." But I have been...
  11. pollyanna

    My fav places for breakfast

    Thanks for this widder. I didn't even know Bar Luna was open for breakfast and it's good to see an Ubud recommendation.
  12. pollyanna

    Australian couple accused of taking baby to Bali for circumcision

    The title says they are an Australian couple.
  13. pollyanna

    Landslides plague Singaraja-Denpasar highway, two believed dead

    I like the little landslide graphic you attached. In Bali we can probably find most, if not all, of these types of landslides. Just half a km from us the road is falling down the cliff from rock mining and the subsequent erosion. Very dangerous because non-locals driving through don't realize...
  14. pollyanna

    Bali Police discover ecstasy that looks like candy

    You're right, but anyone who takes lollies from a stranger on the street probably is getting just what they deserve.
  15. pollyanna

    Shipping small personal items from Canada to Bali. Suggestions?

    Shipping door-to-door might help with the hassle but it won't necessarily help with the expense. Our movers contacted us when our stuff reached Surabaya and said we owed 20% more for customs duty. It seemed excessive at the time but our only option would have been to go to Surabaya to check out...
  16. pollyanna

    Looking for a graphic designer

    Agus, your work is great, clean-lined, contemporary, and creative. Nice website, too.
  17. pollyanna

    Strict enforcement is needed

    "ITs dog eat dog, family counts for nothing." This isn't even close to my experience with the Balinese. The ones I know are closely intertwined with their family and family counts for almost everything. "Theres not too many Javanese government officials serving in Bali. They're all Balinese."...
  18. pollyanna

    iPhoneography in Bali

    Canonman, I love that attached canoe shot. So beautifully evocative.
  19. pollyanna

    Physio in Ubud

    I just saw this and notice that it is a couple of days old. Are you still looking?
  20. pollyanna

    Building My First Property

    You could think more laterally about who you hire. We have a man, Dewa, who comes three days a week. He cleans the house and does it well but I do most of the kitchen stuff except for the cleaning. He does the daily garden maintenance but we have a "real" gardener come a couple of days a month...