They said, “be happy. You have more beautiful skies, places, and everything better than here.”
I admitted it. Everything is better here, environmentally. But not without your presences. It is totally different. How could you expect me to be happy when you’re not even here with me?
They said, “enjoy! It’s a chance to travel.”
I would not say no for that. I love traveling new places. I always do. But not without your presences. Wherever I go, even just a simple visit to campus, there’s always things that remind me of you. Yes, every single of you. Our small talks, our jokes, our everything. And it always brings me back to the memories of us, when we were still together.
I wonder why I could not bare this feeling, the feeling of being away from someone, the feeling of the longing, the feeling of insecurities, frightening days and nights, and all those scenarios that bother my entire feelings and thoughts. Maybe I am being too comfortable, maybe I am being too attached to you, maybe I should try to have some spaces, but I can't bear the feelings living without your presences.
I want to be free, I want to be happy, I want to be always be with you.
Am I being to selfish?
Friday, 14 September 2018
Friday, 24 August 2018
First Step in The Netherlands
The journey to Netherlands has lots of preparation in my opinion. I am going to Saxion University of Applied Science, in Enschede, The Netherlands.
It is my first time in Europe, my very first trip to Europe, and my very first time to be far away from my love ones for more than six months. But here I am now, there are things I need to enjoy and learn, and let it be my experiences.
I might not be an expert here, but here I am trying to share something. There are several steps to prepare, but let me classify it into several parts.
It is my first time in Europe, my very first trip to Europe, and my very first time to be far away from my love ones for more than six months. But here I am now, there are things I need to enjoy and learn, and let it be my experiences.
I might not be an expert here, but here I am trying to share something. There are several steps to prepare, but let me classify it into several parts.
PRE-DEPARTURE PREPARATION: This preparation is the preparation for the registration up to the day before leaving for the study to The Netherlands. Usually, you will have a briefing from the Saxion University of Applied Science about things that you should prepare and the requirements.
A. Registration
In this part, you need to prepare several documents to prove that you are valid enough to be part of the family in the University. First of all, you need to sign up for studielink to ensure that you are valid for the applications to The Netherlands (studielink.nl). Next, you should fill up the requirements and steps to apply to the university you would like to register, then the related university will send you email to register in the university platform's. In this case, it will be sis.saxion.nl. The email will consist of your student number and the one time password (OTP) that you could change later on.
In order to be applicable for registering in Saxion University of Applied Science, you need to have at least 6 for IELTS test, and GPA of 3 out of 4. For Saxion University of Applied Science, you could register since October up to June. But the faster you enroll, the better, since you will receive the announcement faster and you will have more time to prepare for your departure. In addition, for Saxion University of Applied Science, you need to upload several documents in the link, which are:
Lastly, have fun!
A. Registration
In this part, you need to prepare several documents to prove that you are valid enough to be part of the family in the University. First of all, you need to sign up for studielink to ensure that you are valid for the applications to The Netherlands (studielink.nl). Next, you should fill up the requirements and steps to apply to the university you would like to register, then the related university will send you email to register in the university platform's. In this case, it will be sis.saxion.nl. The email will consist of your student number and the one time password (OTP) that you could change later on.
In order to be applicable for registering in Saxion University of Applied Science, you need to have at least 6 for IELTS test, and GPA of 3 out of 4. For Saxion University of Applied Science, you could register since October up to June. But the faster you enroll, the better, since you will receive the announcement faster and you will have more time to prepare for your departure. In addition, for Saxion University of Applied Science, you need to upload several documents in the link, which are:
- Photo
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diploma (or we called it as Ijazah and SKHUN in Indonesia); both original and translated version
- Transcripts of the grades in both original and translated version (up to the semester you take)
- Copy of Passports
- Language test (IELTS)
- Motivation Letter
B. Acceptance
After you finish the registrations, all you need is to wait to the announcement of the acceptance to your enrollment. The announcement will happen around December if you applied since October to November. You will receive the notification through email along with your acceptance letter and the fees that you need to pay to the university.
C. Payment
The payment will include the a-year of tuition fee in Saxion University of Applied Science, Visa Fees, Insurance, and your Housing Fee for a year. The university has deadline for the payments, and you will be officially become the student of Saxion University of Applied Science after you complete your payment.
D. Visa Preparation
Next thing to do is, preparing your visa. Saxion University of Applied Science will help you to apply your visa to the embassy, but you need to complete several documents in order to do so. You need to fill up some forms and upload it in the sis.saxion.nl.
- Antecedents Certificate
- Immigration Application Form
- Proof of Finances
Basically, Saxion University of Applied Science will send you the guidance to fill up those documents and you can ask the representatives too. But for a glimpse, the most important part is the proof of finances. You need to ensure that after the payment to Saxion University of Applied Science, the balance of your bank account number will still have the minimum requirements.
After finishing the applications to Saxion University of Applied Science, you will receive email from Saxion University of Applied Science that you are applicable for the visa application and you need to schedule your time to the Dutch Embassy in Jakarta. So you will need to schedule the appointment with the Dutch Embassy for the fingerprint and visa photo. After few days (maximum 10 working days, you could pick up your passport and visa).
E. Additional Information
It will be nice if you could try your best to get scholarships from Saxion University of Applied Science, because they provide various scholarships for the students inside and outside the EU. You could visit saxion.nl for more information about the amount of scholarships and the requirements.
DEPARTURE PREPARATION:
Before departing, you need to ensure that you bring the ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS with you. Because it will be necessary for the immigration and for opening Dutch Bank account. The documents needed are:
- Passport
- Legalized Birth Certificate
- Transcripts
- High School Diplomas
- IELTS
- Insurance Certificate
- Passport Pictures
- Acceptance/Admission Letter from the university
PS: make enough copies of above documents!
ARRIVAL:
After your arrival, ensure that you have your passport and admission letter to pass the immigration officers, pick up your luggage, and go to meeting point directly if you join the pick up services of Saxion University of Applied Science.
ARRIVAL:
After your arrival, ensure that you have your passport and admission letter to pass the immigration officers, pick up your luggage, and go to meeting point directly if you join the pick up services of Saxion University of Applied Science.
Lastly, have fun!
Wednesday, 15 August 2018
Six-weeks in Bali
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“You can have holiday anytime you want.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“You can come and go without doubting how.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“You can enjoy life even you are dumped.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“Society won’t judge even you are sucks.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
I said, “It would not be fun without your love ones.”
“You can have holiday anytime you want.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“You can come and go without doubting how.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“You can enjoy life even you are dumped.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
“Society won’t judge even you are sucks.”
People said, “Life in Bali is so much fun.”
I said, “It would not be fun without your love ones.”
Well, my journey in Bali for 6 weeks come to an end.
I have never expected that I will cherish all my time in Bali. From the co-workers to the environment. I thought my life would be super boring because I would be all alone by myself and I had no one I know. But miracles come to me.
One thing I kept being grateful of despite of being far away from my love ones, the one I used to spend my time with me, is my fellow trainees. Through many ups and downs, we went through it with laughter and silly stories of each of us. Through many unluckiness I had in life, I still have them as my lucky charms and happy pills. And I am so grateful that they still stick with me until the end of my Training Period. Special shout outs to my Mercare Squad!
I really would like to thank them for making my training experience become so unforgettable and become less tiring. Thanks for all the silly jokes during the break time and after work!
The next thing I would like to highlight in my training experience is my Accounting Department. In the middle of the business in the office, we still managed to have some fun making fun of each others and put on pranks on one and another. Despite our differences in ages, we still have lots of memories to cherish!
Last but not the least, my guardian angels that helped me a lot through my stay in Bali. Thank you so much for always trying to be there for me and help me nights and days no matter what time it is. Super grateful to know two of you since my first day of stay and really sorry if I made your life become so troublesome~ Thanks for transforming from strangers to friends and now to brother and sister to me! See you soon in another chance!
In the end, there will always good bye(s) after another hi(s). But I am so thankful that at least I have the chance to know each of them during the short period of my training experience in Bali. I might not always be the best version of myself but they always stick with me in every versions of me, especially my just-woke-up face lol
Thank you guys for making my 6-weeks so meaningful that I have never imagined that I will cry leaving each of you! See you on another chance!
Sunday, 17 June 2018
The Girl Who Finally Learns to Love
Who cares about introvert and extroverts?
People have their own insecurities, anxieties, and no matter who or what type of person they are.
And yes, here is a life of a little girl, who has been living and dealing with her insecurities and anxieties in her life.
Is it wrong to hardly trust people?
Is it wrong to ensure someone you love and you care is alright?
Is it wrong to treat someone special and make sure that someone is worthy for you?
Is it even wrong to remind them how much you love them, again and again?
No, it is not, darling.
Is it that hard to love someone as a friend, not a lover?
Is it that hard to love someone sincerely?
Is it hard to just ask how they are doing?
Is it that hard for you to type a message ensuring someone is alright?
Is it hard for you to spare someone time to listen to her stories?
Is it hard for you to make sure that people who loves you know that you love them back?
or if you don't, let her know.
Don't let her gives you loves that you don't even deserve.
Is it hard for you to spare some time to make the first move?
To just let her know that there is someone who will be there,
even when she doesn't say a thing.
A simple act that mean a lot for her.
She is that typical of girl,
who gives her time for people she loves without demanding others to give theirs.
She is that kind of girl,
who hopes that there will be someone who ask how she is doing.
She is that type of girl,
who rarely tell others if she needs their presence in her life,
just because she is afraid that people will pity her,
that people spare their time insincerely.
Yes, it is her,
the girl I am talking about this whole time.
And until today,
she pretends like everything is perfect and just right for her.
No one has ever expected that she will have those anxieties and insecurities.
Because no one understand how her past has made her today.
She has not lost herself in the middle of nowhere, but
she doesn't know who is her best friend.
she doesn't know who to trust and share stories with.
she doesn't even know how her life will change once she left her presences.
But after all, she finally learns, she finally knows,
how to love without asking to be loved back,
to love without expecting too much from others,
to love sincerely.
People have their own insecurities, anxieties, and no matter who or what type of person they are.
And yes, here is a life of a little girl, who has been living and dealing with her insecurities and anxieties in her life.
Is it wrong to hardly trust people?
Is it wrong to ensure someone you love and you care is alright?
Is it wrong to treat someone special and make sure that someone is worthy for you?
Is it even wrong to remind them how much you love them, again and again?
No, it is not, darling.
Is it that hard to love someone as a friend, not a lover?
Is it that hard to love someone sincerely?
Is it hard to just ask how they are doing?
Is it that hard for you to type a message ensuring someone is alright?
Is it hard for you to spare someone time to listen to her stories?
Is it hard for you to make sure that people who loves you know that you love them back?
or if you don't, let her know.
Don't let her gives you loves that you don't even deserve.
Is it hard for you to spare some time to make the first move?
To just let her know that there is someone who will be there,
even when she doesn't say a thing.
A simple act that mean a lot for her.
She is that typical of girl,
who gives her time for people she loves without demanding others to give theirs.
She is that kind of girl,
who hopes that there will be someone who ask how she is doing.
She is that type of girl,
who rarely tell others if she needs their presence in her life,
just because she is afraid that people will pity her,
that people spare their time insincerely.
Yes, it is her,
the girl I am talking about this whole time.
And until today,
she pretends like everything is perfect and just right for her.
No one has ever expected that she will have those anxieties and insecurities.
Because no one understand how her past has made her today.
She has not lost herself in the middle of nowhere, but
she doesn't know who is her best friend.
she doesn't know who to trust and share stories with.
she doesn't even know how her life will change once she left her presences.
But after all, she finally learns, she finally knows,
how to love without asking to be loved back,
to love without expecting too much from others,
to love sincerely.
Monday, 4 June 2018
Singapore with Memories #MemorableSG❤
Continuing from my April's post talking about reunions and memories, here is my another destination.
We will never know how much we missed someone until we were separated from them.
We will never know how much someone is worth in our life until distance takes its role.
We will never know.
The greatest gratitude of meeting someone after a long time of being apart is still acting the same thing, being mature together, talk about silly, childish and and mature things together, but yet not getting awkward.
Yes, that is my point in every memorable meeting.
What is the used of meeting if both sides could not express anything, yet getting awkward towards each other?
What in the point of meeting, if no one gets excited?
There will always be something special in every meeting, and that's what I love the most.
The uniqueness of every individual, the special moments that we created, and the memories we tried to recall.
Honestly, I am tired of being separated by distances.
I am tired of being forgotten few months or years after I walked away from a place or city.
I never knew how someone is precious to me until I walked away.
And now I live in a life where I tried to cherish all the moments before another regrets are approaching me.
I was a coward, and I am until today.
I was afraid of distance, of losing memories, and being forgotten.
Now I am afraid of distance, but challenging it at once.
Not because I am no more afraid of the feeling of being forgotten,
but I would like to know how I am worth and precious for others.
It has been a long time for me and my primary friend, Clinton.
Yet time flies so fast, we were in the end of our university year now.
We are both far away from our hometown, Medan.
We are both pursuing our further studies in other people's city, and he is in other people's country.
I will be going even further though in upcoming months.
We were just an ordinary classmate, like me and other students in the class.
At least I got reasons why he is unforgettable for me - compared to others.
We might not have specific memories of each other, but I remember how he loves to joke around and turned my stiffness into laughter.
Even until the day we met again.
It's been a while since we knew each other.
It's been a while since we met each other.
It's been a while since we shared stories to each other.
It's been a while since we thought of each other.
It's been a while since we created moments for each other to remember.
Yes, it has been a while.
It has been a long time, but thankfully we don't forget each other.
At least, I don't.
We have been separated for 12 years and more. Unlike the others, we barely contacted each other. First, we did not have each other contacts. Second, we were just a typical primary and secondary school kids that were not informed clearly that internet could connect you with others that are separated into different islands. Instead, we used it for games and finding each other that are even close to us in distance wised. Third, I did not feel the timing was right that time.
I remembered clearly when the first time we had our personal talks. Exactly in the mid of 2014. When we both were busy in trying to find university to enter. That time, what I knew were only happiness. I have missed him and other friends since a long long time ago. (If you don't trust me, you could check my 2012's post, I mentioned about them. And I have missed them even long before I wrote an article about them.) Due to that enormous feeling of missing somebody, what I knew was only excitement! I hope these kind of moments will never fade between us. Since that time, we contacted each other through Instagram's direct messages. Shout out to Instagram for helping us to keep in touch! Especially in 2017 when we contact each other more frequent compared to many years before.
Since the early year of 2018, I have been persuading and influencing my parents to have a trip to Singapore. Not only for holiday and vacation, but also to meet my old friend. Because going back to Jakarta and Medan will never enough for me to fulfilling my checklist. So yeah, Singapore is one of my destination. Early April, my dad suddenly asked me, where I would like to go. I said "Singapore or Sumba, you choose." Surprisingly, he told me that he would love to go to Singapore rather than travelling in Sumba with my silly desire of travelling villages and rural areas. So, we planned on the trip right in that day. Here and there, but then my dad mentioned if I would like to ask my friend to join, it will be nice, rather than meeting just for dinner. So with a total excitement, we planned the trip together with my friend. I was so excited since that day. I was waiting for June to come earlier than it supposed to be. Even though I have known that it might make my days in Indonesia becomes less and lesser each day.
And here it comes, June 2018.
I was super excited! Even days before the D-day I was impatiently waiting for the day I could run away from assignments and meeting this old fella. Cut the story short, I missed his birthday in the end of May. Lesson learnt: don't be too excited. I was too excited for the trip and I had bought him presents, but turned out on the D-day of his birthday, I forgot to wish him. Forgive my stupidity~
Finding a present for an old friend that you have not caught up in twelve years turned me crazy. I was thinking of a gift that suit him but could not find any, until I thought of comic characters, which is One Piece. I grabbed the present really quick, but after half an hour I returned back and changed the gift into Doraemon. Like what the f* I was thinking that time. Turns out he loved One Piece so damn much. *huft* *crying inside* But yeap, regretting will not change his present though, so I was trying to let go the thoughts of my stupidity.
Next, exactly in the first day of June.
We planned to go to Marina Barrage as our first destination, but turned out the bridge was closed for a while, so we went for a walk to the Gardens by the Bay. As what I always dreamed of, the paradise of flowers was waiting! The flowers were so beautiful and I am so amazed – even until now. The weather was so nice, cloudy and a bit windy – perfect for a walk and enjoying scenery.
"Alles komnt goed."
In Netherlands it means "Everything will be fine."
Yes, everything will be fine and alright as long as I have supporting family and friends.
Of course, I have had them, and all I need is have them to stay with me forever.
Thank you for being part of my life, and letting me be part of the stories in your life.
Such an honor to announce that you are part of my gratitude list in 2018!
Gefeliciteerd!
I will always remember these moments.
Of course, your journey from the west to the east, back and forth will always be remembered!
Singapore x Indonesia ♡❀ヅ❤♫
Dank u wel!
Even though our friendship will be dominated with 99.99% of long distance friendship, I hope that this kind of friendship will last.
Let's make another moments and stories that we could share towards each other in the future!
PS:
I was a bit shock with your voice when you first talked. I was always imagining you as my fourth grader friend that were still cute and chubby, with a child voice which is soft! lol. (Thankfully you are still chubby until now.)
I could not say that he remains the same after twelve years not meeting each other. Some part of him do change. But there is some part of him that remain the same. Whatever it is, whatever they are, I do really enjoy spending time and catching up with him. People do change, how could you expect someone to remain always the same for the entire years? If that happens, means they never learn for the entire years of living, right? As long as the changes are towards the positive sides, why do we have to disagree? Supports and guidance are all we need as a human being, and that is what friend is for, to exchange mind and thinking, ensure everything will be alright and if something out of plan happens, we have someone to help and support us!❤ and I am a proud friend ;)
Good luck with your summer job, final year modules, and final project. 加油！
Once again, thank you for making my life becomes much better.
We will never know how much we missed someone until we were separated from them.
We will never know how much someone is worth in our life until distance takes its role.
We will never know.
The greatest gratitude of meeting someone after a long time of being apart is still acting the same thing, being mature together, talk about silly, childish and and mature things together, but yet not getting awkward.
Yes, that is my point in every memorable meeting.
What is the used of meeting if both sides could not express anything, yet getting awkward towards each other?
What in the point of meeting, if no one gets excited?
There will always be something special in every meeting, and that's what I love the most.
The uniqueness of every individual, the special moments that we created, and the memories we tried to recall.
Honestly, I am tired of being separated by distances.
I am tired of being forgotten few months or years after I walked away from a place or city.
I never knew how someone is precious to me until I walked away.
And now I live in a life where I tried to cherish all the moments before another regrets are approaching me.
I was a coward, and I am until today.
I was afraid of distance, of losing memories, and being forgotten.
Now I am afraid of distance, but challenging it at once.
Not because I am no more afraid of the feeling of being forgotten,
but I would like to know how I am worth and precious for others.
It has been a long time for me and my primary friend, Clinton.
Yet time flies so fast, we were in the end of our university year now.
We are both far away from our hometown, Medan.
We are both pursuing our further studies in other people's city, and he is in other people's country.
I will be going even further though in upcoming months.
We were just an ordinary classmate, like me and other students in the class.
At least I got reasons why he is unforgettable for me - compared to others.
We might not have specific memories of each other, but I remember how he loves to joke around and turned my stiffness into laughter.
Even until the day we met again.
It's been a while since we knew each other.
It's been a while since we met each other.
It's been a while since we shared stories to each other.
It's been a while since we thought of each other.
It's been a while since we created moments for each other to remember.
Yes, it has been a while.
It has been a long time, but thankfully we don't forget each other.
At least, I don't.
We have been separated for 12 years and more. Unlike the others, we barely contacted each other. First, we did not have each other contacts. Second, we were just a typical primary and secondary school kids that were not informed clearly that internet could connect you with others that are separated into different islands. Instead, we used it for games and finding each other that are even close to us in distance wised. Third, I did not feel the timing was right that time.
I remembered clearly when the first time we had our personal talks. Exactly in the mid of 2014. When we both were busy in trying to find university to enter. That time, what I knew were only happiness. I have missed him and other friends since a long long time ago. (If you don't trust me, you could check my 2012's post, I mentioned about them. And I have missed them even long before I wrote an article about them.) Due to that enormous feeling of missing somebody, what I knew was only excitement! I hope these kind of moments will never fade between us. Since that time, we contacted each other through Instagram's direct messages. Shout out to Instagram for helping us to keep in touch! Especially in 2017 when we contact each other more frequent compared to many years before.
Since the early year of 2018, I have been persuading and influencing my parents to have a trip to Singapore. Not only for holiday and vacation, but also to meet my old friend. Because going back to Jakarta and Medan will never enough for me to fulfilling my checklist. So yeah, Singapore is one of my destination. Early April, my dad suddenly asked me, where I would like to go. I said "Singapore or Sumba, you choose." Surprisingly, he told me that he would love to go to Singapore rather than travelling in Sumba with my silly desire of travelling villages and rural areas. So, we planned on the trip right in that day. Here and there, but then my dad mentioned if I would like to ask my friend to join, it will be nice, rather than meeting just for dinner. So with a total excitement, we planned the trip together with my friend. I was so excited since that day. I was waiting for June to come earlier than it supposed to be. Even though I have known that it might make my days in Indonesia becomes less and lesser each day.
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| Singapore, with love. |
And here it comes, June 2018.
I was super excited! Even days before the D-day I was impatiently waiting for the day I could run away from assignments and meeting this old fella. Cut the story short, I missed his birthday in the end of May. Lesson learnt: don't be too excited. I was too excited for the trip and I had bought him presents, but turned out on the D-day of his birthday, I forgot to wish him. Forgive my stupidity~
Finding a present for an old friend that you have not caught up in twelve years turned me crazy. I was thinking of a gift that suit him but could not find any, until I thought of comic characters, which is One Piece. I grabbed the present really quick, but after half an hour I returned back and changed the gift into Doraemon. Like what the f* I was thinking that time. Turns out he loved One Piece so damn much. *huft* *crying inside* But yeap, regretting will not change his present though, so I was trying to let go the thoughts of my stupidity.
Next, exactly in the first day of June.
We planned to go to Marina Barrage as our first destination, but turned out the bridge was closed for a while, so we went for a walk to the Gardens by the Bay. As what I always dreamed of, the paradise of flowers was waiting! The flowers were so beautiful and I am so amazed – even until now. The weather was so nice, cloudy and a bit windy – perfect for a walk and enjoying scenery.
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| Flower Dome in Gardens by the Bay. June 1st, 2018. |
First destination was Flower Dome in Gardens by the Bay. I was welcomed with this kind of view and I was so enchanted to view all the flowers inside. The combination of flowers and the colors were so perfect to me. Even though it was kind of hard for me to find a way to enjoy everything and took pictures of the beautiful flowers, the visit was really enjoyable! (plus the air conditioner was really on point and fresh, even though it was super crowded there.)
The beauty did not stop there, I managed to take several pictures of the flowers, starting from the usual daisy flowers until the flowers that I did not even know the names. They were all beautiful, and I could not help not posting them and sharing them to you.
The second destination of the day is Cloud Forest in Gardens by the Bay. We were welcomed by the waterfall right in the front door and the air was super refreshing. I did not manage to take any picture of the waterfall, but I managed to take some picture inside. Cloud Forest itself consists of seven floors and in some floors we could see the different ornaments and views.
After enjoying all the beautiful views, we decided to go for dinner since we have been so tired walking all the way (and we were really not used to it, except Clinton.) I had a really nice talk with him during the dinner time, catching up with many old stories that I missed and talking about here and there. When the sky was getting darker, we decided to take another walk to Skytree, Helix Bridge, and all the way to Marina Bay Sands. The first day was super tiring but also exciting, because my wish to meet my 12 years' apart friend is finally granted!
The second day was fully dedicated for culinary hunting around Bugis, China Town, and of course playing around Universal Studio!
In Universal Studio, I spent around three hours with my family while waiting for Clinton to join, and then continue another three hours with him. The first three hours were for strolling around and checking here and there including taking pictures with some characters, and another three hours were for the super crazy attraction with crazy queues in it. Unfortunately, I could not meet Elmo from Sesame Street! At least I can still meet minions and Gru, and some other characters that I am not really into. But overall, it was great, especially the feelings after we rode the crazy attraction and made my heart pumped way-way-way faster than it supposed to. But thanks to the queue lines, we managed to share more stories during our time waiting in the queues.
Food wise, I did not have problem since what I tried was all Chinese cuisines, until I tried the Ma-La stall, which is super-duper spicy, I could not stand any longer but struggling in finishing my foods. (But the spicy chicken is freaking delicious oh my god I am in love!) My family and I have given up with the food for many many times, and on the other hand, Clinton is the only person who survive all the way from the beginning to the end without even feeling tortured. I was still feeling great and alright that day but then here the reaction came, on the morning when I would like to enjoy my breakfast before going back.
Thanks to our special and private tour guide, Clinton, we could enjoy our days in Singapore without getting lost. Thank you for the hospitality and patience to take care of me and my family. Of course, super big thanks for the willingness to accompany me. I am so grateful to announce that you have been participating in fulfilling my checklist!
I don't know it is only me, or the others feel the same, I feel like the time runs too fast. Even if the night comes later there, I feel like the time ticks absolutely fast. But even if the time changes very fast, I still consider this as one of my most memorable trip that I really need to be grateful of. If this short trip could be this memorable, why wouldn't us cherish these moments forever?
It is tough for me to bear the feeling after saying goodbye. For me, goodbye is not the hardest word to say, we are used to it since we are young. But goodbye is one of the hardest thing that gives me those complicated feeling that I could not sort it out. By saying goodbye means I am grateful enough that I am given the chance to meet someone, but on the other hand, it gives the pain of separation.
Is it wrong to wish for another chance to meet each other again? Ik miss je simpleweg.
You're right, Ton, I will never be disappointed of the beauty of the flowers in Gardens by the Bay, and I will never regret my decision of going to Singapore to visit those beautiful flowers as well as regretting the decision to be a friend of you, making you part of the stories of my life, and visiting you in Singapore.
The beauty did not stop there, I managed to take several pictures of the flowers, starting from the usual daisy flowers until the flowers that I did not even know the names. They were all beautiful, and I could not help not posting them and sharing them to you.
The second destination of the day is Cloud Forest in Gardens by the Bay. We were welcomed by the waterfall right in the front door and the air was super refreshing. I did not manage to take any picture of the waterfall, but I managed to take some picture inside. Cloud Forest itself consists of seven floors and in some floors we could see the different ornaments and views.
After enjoying all the beautiful views, we decided to go for dinner since we have been so tired walking all the way (and we were really not used to it, except Clinton.) I had a really nice talk with him during the dinner time, catching up with many old stories that I missed and talking about here and there. When the sky was getting darker, we decided to take another walk to Skytree, Helix Bridge, and all the way to Marina Bay Sands. The first day was super tiring but also exciting, because my wish to meet my 12 years' apart friend is finally granted!
The second day was fully dedicated for culinary hunting around Bugis, China Town, and of course playing around Universal Studio!
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| My mom, sister, and me ft. Minions. Universal Studio Singapore. June 2nd, 2018. |
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| Gru & Me. Universal Studio Singapore. June 2nd, 2018. |
In Universal Studio, I spent around three hours with my family while waiting for Clinton to join, and then continue another three hours with him. The first three hours were for strolling around and checking here and there including taking pictures with some characters, and another three hours were for the super crazy attraction with crazy queues in it. Unfortunately, I could not meet Elmo from Sesame Street! At least I can still meet minions and Gru, and some other characters that I am not really into. But overall, it was great, especially the feelings after we rode the crazy attraction and made my heart pumped way-way-way faster than it supposed to. But thanks to the queue lines, we managed to share more stories during our time waiting in the queues.
Food wise, I did not have problem since what I tried was all Chinese cuisines, until I tried the Ma-La stall, which is super-duper spicy, I could not stand any longer but struggling in finishing my foods. (But the spicy chicken is freaking delicious oh my god I am in love!) My family and I have given up with the food for many many times, and on the other hand, Clinton is the only person who survive all the way from the beginning to the end without even feeling tortured. I was still feeling great and alright that day but then here the reaction came, on the morning when I would like to enjoy my breakfast before going back.
Thanks to our special and private tour guide, Clinton, we could enjoy our days in Singapore without getting lost. Thank you for the hospitality and patience to take care of me and my family. Of course, super big thanks for the willingness to accompany me. I am so grateful to announce that you have been participating in fulfilling my checklist!
I don't know it is only me, or the others feel the same, I feel like the time runs too fast. Even if the night comes later there, I feel like the time ticks absolutely fast. But even if the time changes very fast, I still consider this as one of my most memorable trip that I really need to be grateful of. If this short trip could be this memorable, why wouldn't us cherish these moments forever?
It is tough for me to bear the feeling after saying goodbye. For me, goodbye is not the hardest word to say, we are used to it since we are young. But goodbye is one of the hardest thing that gives me those complicated feeling that I could not sort it out. By saying goodbye means I am grateful enough that I am given the chance to meet someone, but on the other hand, it gives the pain of separation.
Is it wrong to wish for another chance to meet each other again? Ik miss je simpleweg.
You're right, Ton, I will never be disappointed of the beauty of the flowers in Gardens by the Bay, and I will never regret my decision of going to Singapore to visit those beautiful flowers as well as regretting the decision to be a friend of you, making you part of the stories of my life, and visiting you in Singapore.
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| Clinton and Me. ❣ Singapore, June 2018. ❤♡❤ |
"Alles komnt goed."
In Netherlands it means "Everything will be fine."
Yes, everything will be fine and alright as long as I have supporting family and friends.
Of course, I have had them, and all I need is have them to stay with me forever.
Thank you for being part of my life, and letting me be part of the stories in your life.
Such an honor to announce that you are part of my gratitude list in 2018!
Gefeliciteerd!
I will always remember these moments.
Of course, your journey from the west to the east, back and forth will always be remembered!
Singapore x Indonesia ♡❀ヅ❤♫
Dank u wel!
Even though our friendship will be dominated with 99.99% of long distance friendship, I hope that this kind of friendship will last.
Let's make another moments and stories that we could share towards each other in the future!
PS:
I was a bit shock with your voice when you first talked. I was always imagining you as my fourth grader friend that were still cute and chubby, with a child voice which is soft! lol. (Thankfully you are still chubby until now.)
I could not say that he remains the same after twelve years not meeting each other. Some part of him do change. But there is some part of him that remain the same. Whatever it is, whatever they are, I do really enjoy spending time and catching up with him. People do change, how could you expect someone to remain always the same for the entire years? If that happens, means they never learn for the entire years of living, right? As long as the changes are towards the positive sides, why do we have to disagree? Supports and guidance are all we need as a human being, and that is what friend is for, to exchange mind and thinking, ensure everything will be alright and if something out of plan happens, we have someone to help and support us!❤ and I am a proud friend ;)
Good luck with your summer job, final year modules, and final project. 加油！
Once again, thank you for making my life becomes much better.
Monday, 21 May 2018
To the Man I Fall in Love with
To the man I fall in love with, you know who you are.
Thank you dear, to standing there for me,
in every condition, situations, and circumstances.
Through all my ups and downs.
Through all my pains and sorrows.
Thank you dear, to voluntarily giving me your pair of ears,
to listen and understand to my silly stories.
Through my saddest to happiest moments of life.
Through my noises and quietness.
Thank you dear, to always be there, with your arms open wide,
to compensate all my insecurities.
Through my weakest period to the strongest.
Through my anger, madness, and explosion.
yet tears, laughter, and nicest of me.
Thank you dear, to spare your time,
Just to hold my hands and strengthened me, saying "I know you can make it through."
Just to hug me, and said, "You've done well, now it is time to get some rest."
Just to put my head on your shoulder and said, "Don't be too hard on yourself."
and giving me your heart, just to let me know, --
that you are here, to support me, to love me, to remind me.
Thank you dear, I am so blessed and grateful, to have you.
I love you for your introverts, not too noise, but once you talk, it is meaningful.
I love how you only share your feelings exclusively to me, because I know you trust me.
I love you for our interdependence, meaning we can count on each other, yet being dependent at once.
I love you for who you are, and for a better individual you will be in the future.
Once again, thank you, and happy birthday.
Thank you for not leaving me, while you have tons of reasons to leave, back then.
Sunday, 6 May 2018
A Promise.
Promise.
Please promise me nothing, if you are not able to hold onto it.
Please, promise me nothing, if you are going to disappoint me.
Promise me nothing, if those promises are meant to be broken.
Please, I beg you.
No, it's not because I don't trust you.
I just can't bear the feeling of disappointment in the end.
Yeah, call me weak.
The blame is on me, since I expected too high on you.
Let's not make any promises,
so we don't have to suffer any trust issue.
You don't have to trust me, and so do I.
Since no promises we would make.
Please promise me nothing, if you are not able to hold onto it.
Please, promise me nothing, if you are going to disappoint me.
Promise me nothing, if those promises are meant to be broken.
Please, I beg you.
No, it's not because I don't trust you.
I just can't bear the feeling of disappointment in the end.
Yeah, call me weak.
The blame is on me, since I expected too high on you.
Let's not make any promises,
so we don't have to suffer any trust issue.
You don't have to trust me, and so do I.
Since no promises we would make.
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