The wails of a lone wolf echo through the night. It feels so close but is probably miles away.  We gaze at the community bonfire, sitting on the wooden balcony of our rustic home-away-from-home, a cool breeze eases the heat that appears to be rising with the moon. Seems like a good night to take a nighttime stroll with some stargazing stops along the way. The moon shines bright and high lighting our path.

The wolf is quiet now and the air is filled with the sound of beating drums. Hypnotically drawn towards the sound we go deeper into the desert. A mysterious woman appears in the shadows of the cactus and willow trees and beckons for us to follow. Intoxicating clouds of smoke drift toward us creating an alluring mood. Exotic aromas of patchouli, spice, amber and sandalwood rise through the air. Soon we are dancing in the moonlight with people in wild elaborate dress and bright make-up. Communicating only by expressions and gestures, they seem possessed by a joyful higher vibe that we want to feel too. The music gets lowered and we are ushered back onto the desert path where we came from. Back to our home under the stars, down to earth and in a dreamy daze that doesn't seem real. The wolf howls at the far away moon. Seems like the perfect night to light a candle...