Chapter 62

• The second day began with a burst of energy as we embraced the tourist life with vigor.
• Keith drove us to the majestic Tanah Lot temple, where the ancient shrine perched on a wave-lashed rock. We wove through the crowded paths, past stalls selling sarongs and trinkets. Rosa was in her element, bargaining for silver jewelry and handwoven bags. I bought a simple, beautiful offering basket made of palm leaves—a small, sacred thing that felt my own and a cute vintage necklace purely.
• Apparently, it was for good luck.