my back hurts

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Its been an eventful week here in Bali land with many big ceremonies happening and more to come as we have now entered the month of March! Saturday was the day to pay worship to the God of books and everywhere you go everyone will say, “selamat hari raya saraswati.” Its like the equivalent of wishing someone a merry christmas but instead wishing them a happy day of saraswati. Everyone everywhere was dressed in their best, heading to the temples, and even the kids dressed for praying at school so that they could say thank you to what they call the God of books. Although I feel the sadness in the thought of putting so much hope in something false, there’s something beautiful about a big ceremony day here. Moms and dads dressed in their finest balinese traditional clothing, little girls wearing makeup and jeweled blouses with beautiful sarongs.. its really special. Im really excited because this Wednesday is another important day, and Edi’s whole family will be going to the temple. Last week I went to the market with Edi’s sister in law. (I call her mbok Kadek) We went to buy my sarong and some fabrics for my blouses for the ceremonies coming up. We had to go to the tailor to get the shirts specially made to fit, and I’m really excited to own my own traditional clothing. On wednesday I will go with Edi’s family to the temple. I told them that if I go, I will be praying to Jesus there, and asked them if thats okay, and they said it was fine. I know they understand that my desire is to be immersed in the culture of their people, so that I can better understand. Im stoked to get all dressed up in my new clothes and see everyone in their village. These things are really social events for the people in the village, its a good time to see eachothers families and catch up on the news of things. Im excited to talk to everyone and learn more about these special people.

I also have a prayer request. I have really hurt my back and I dont really know how. I just ask that you guys pray for a quick recovery for me, because its really hard for me to slow down and be put on the sidelines. I cant really do much of anything at the moment and its pretty painful. I would be really grateful for the prayers.
Anyways, I will show you guys lots of pictures of my experience on Wednesday!!

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