Aisha has asked me to start blogging again. She wants to remember this phase of her life so her memories aren’t skewed to the times in our lives when we were a bigger family. So I’ll start taking pictures again for her and her sisters, and writing for them, although I know it will benefit me too.
As I sit around a candle and share intimately with three other women, I am reminded of how much I need this community of honest, conscious people around me to encourage me to be a better person and a better mother.
We’ve recently returned to Australia after six weeks in Bali, Indonesia. The girls loved it — between the wi-fi in the hotel room, the tropical pool and the ever-open restaurant — they had everything they desired! As we shared many days with other unschooling families, our children formed special bonds that we’ll maintain in Australia.
Born two years apart to the day, Aisha and Satria share similar interests in technology, travel and self-determination.
Now we’re back in our little bus in Perth, Western Australia, content in our confined space, equipped for all kinds of weather and outings. We’re meeting up with new friends and old, receiving the magic of life as it comes to us, and looking forward to more exciting adventures in the future!
I’m so thrilled to be able to follow your adventure again!
Yay! Maybe Aisha can help with photography and (internet research?) now and writing the blog too? I’ve missed you Lauren !
I’ve been wondering how you are doing.
It’s so lovely to hear from you! You’ve been on my mind and in my heart this week especially…..one year after life dramatically changed for you. Hugs from Iowa, USA, sweet Lauren.
Welcome back. Gotta say I am quite happy to have some more Sparkling Adventures to be reading.
Hello – I’m so glad you are blogging again! I’ve missed you and your family and would love to hear more about Bali.
So glad you are back – I’ve missed your stories. We readers benefit too you know. Thank you.
It’s great to see you back, I have missed you so!
So glad that you are back, you were so missed. Thank you for your willingness to share these beautiful adventures with your family.
So good to see you blogging again. I’ve missed you. Love you guys. .
Welcome Back Lauren! What an amazing thing to surround yourself with such beautiful, authentic people!! Praying nothing but blessings on you & your girls. . .
Welcome back, Lauren! I’ve missed reading about your family’s adventures, and have sent you good thoughts whenever you’ve crossed my mind. Glad to hear all seems well with you, and I look forward to reading more!
Long time reader, first time commenting. I just want you to know how much it means to all of us to see you online again. When I first discovered your blog I spent weeks reading through every post from the very beginning and it’s been a beautiful experience being able to follow your story. You are an inspiration to adventurers everywhere, and I speak for everyone when I saw we’re glad to hear your words and see your pictures again.
Lots of love from Minnesota, U.S.
One year on, (remembering Elijah Rainbow- he passed on my son’s 29th birthday) more adventures, I trust Bali was a time of healing for you and the girls. I’m glad Aisha has asked you to document and remember your journey, I’m sure she will enjoy taking photos too. I feeling blogging this time will be more relaxed, take as many photos as you like but only share the stories you want to.
You’re BACK! Hooray! Lauren, also thank you for sending the bumper sticker! Can’t wait to follow along.
I’m so glad your back blogging again! My sister in law introduced your blog to me a while ago and I fell in love with your way of life and your ease with words.
I wonder if you have ever been to esperance in WA and if we missed you passing through. I know my sister in law would have been utterly in awe of meeting you. You constantly inspire her.
Scrap that last comment. I just spoke to my mother in law and apparently not only did my sister in law get to meet you but you also stayed at their place…. I would have known if I was a half decent sister.