like the flowing river

be like the flowing river.
silent in the night.
be not afraid of the dark.
if there are stars in the sky,
reflect them back.
if there are clouds in the sky,
remember, clouds, like the river, are water.
so, gladly reflect them too,
in your own tranquil depths.

~manuel bandeira

Thursday, December 10, 2009

One day, you will die.

You will stop and the world will carry on. Lovers will love. Others will shop, laugh and cry. Sometimes alone. Sometimes together. The radio will keep playing.

But you will be gone.

Only the love you gave, the souls you touched and the people you changed, will remain.

They will carry on for you. They will pick up where you left off.

There is nothing to be sad about here.


source: i wrote this for you

ramenn

jigoku ramen at sanpachi (18)

tonkatsu ramen at sing sing

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

"This is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning"

Sir Winston Churchill

First Project in the World

Fifteen investors agreed to finance the construction of rapid rail hydrogen-worth 3 billion U.S. dollars (about USD 28.5 trillion). Project with Hi-Speed Hydrogen Super Highway Rail Concession (H2RSH) This will open the route Jakarta-Bandung-Cirebon along 357 km.

"This train speed reaching 400 km / hour, so the journey that usually takes five hours to be shortened to just one hour," said Dr. E. E. Sjahrial, Senior Managing Partner, a member of the consortium after the signing of the MoU CAEDZ infrastructure development is the Chairman of Kadin Indonesia Iwan Darmawan Committee Hanafi Singapore at Hotel Marriott, Putrajaya Malaysia, Tuesday (1 / 12).

The first project in the world.


source: akhyari.blogspot.com [good news from indonesia]

Sunday, December 6, 2009

God and Real Life

Christian tradition
A protestant priest, having started a family, no longer had any peace for his prayers. One night, when he knelt down, he was disturbed by the children in the living room.
“Have the children keep quiet!” he shouted.
His startled wife obeyed. Thereafter, whenever the priest came home, they all maintained silence during prayers. But he realized that God was no longer listening.
One night, during his prayers, he asked the Lord: “what is going on? I have the necessary peace, and I cannot pray!”
An angel replied: “He hears words, but no longer hears the laughter. He notices the devotion, but can no longer see the joy.”
The priest stood and shouted once again to his wife: “Let the children play! They are part of praying!”
And his words were heard by God once again.

Muslim tradition
A blind man was begging on the road to Mecca, when a pious Moslem came over and asked whether the people were giving generously – as the Koran commands. The man showed him his little tin, which was almost empty. The traveler said:
– Let me write something on the card around your neck.
Hours later, the traveler returned. The beggar was surprised, for he had received a large amount of money.
– What did you write on the card? – he asked.
– All I wrote was: Today is a beautiful spring day, the sun is shining, and I am blind.

Jewish tradition
Dov Beer de Mezeritch was asked:
“Which example should one follow? That of pious men, who devote their lives to God? That of scholars, who seek to understand the will of the Almighty?
“The best example is that of the child,” he answered.
“A child knows nothing. It hasn’t yet learned what reality is,” people commented.
“You are all quite wrong, for a child possesses three qualities we should never forget,” said Dov Beer. “They are always joyful without reason. They are always busy. And when they want something, they know how to demand it firmly and with determination.”


source: www.paulocoelhoblog.com

Thursday, December 3, 2009

selfish

selfishness brings success?? absolutely NOT agree.

ego and selfishness are just the two worst humans' character. the two main antagonists of world's conflicts and wars.

people want things what they dream; taking no care for others' privileges.
they want more and more money and worlds' treasures; even corrupting others' money.
they won't care about others unless they get what they want. they won't even care about innocents' life unless they win the war.

it was the reason why even a president could heartlessly corrupted his people money for years. it is the reason why middle-east wars never ends. it was the reason why people could slaughter millions of people in the world wars.

those selfish people will brainwash others by saying that taking no care for others is just about struggle and to reach a victory we have to sacrifice others - even their life.
afraid of being selfish will just make us as a coward - unable to grab the victory into our hands.


then, why did God create humans? not just one but billions of them? why do we have heart? what are our feelings for? sad? happy? angry?


success can be reached with love and respects. working together as a human with our heart. support and help each other to make a solid relationship. and bring peace to the world.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

yummy!!

i've tried a lot of different foods. indonesians' to africans', sweet to bitter.

yet, there are only 3 irreplaceable food in my top list of culinary:

sushi. my first favorite food. i used to hate sushi because its taste of uncooked fish. but, years later, after i tried sushi and sashimi for the second time.... i LOVE it!! it becomes tasty and.. i dont know.. there's a kind of "sensation" :P.. since then, i'm addicted. it was like i gotta eat it at least once a week. hahah.

ayam bakar.. i can't hold myself from eating it if it's on my table. no matter if i'm stuffed already, i'll still eat it. moreover when it is served with amazing sambal. the taste of sweet soy sauce and other seasonings is incredible... XD

and this one.. satay. the second best indonesian food... tasty!! yay!! hahaha. especially lamb satay... it's the best satay on earth :P



eating those food makes me feel like my stomach is a few times larger than before; giving more space for more food. i could even spend for about Rp 600,000 for sushi with my one friend on a quite cheap sushi restaurant. hahaha. those food are soo tempting me. even thinking bout it makes me hungry rite now.

wow. i've changed! :P

in this freakin stressful week, with tons of tasks and exams and tests, i find the positive side of it. huff.

i feel something changes in me. i become a more responsible and discipline person. i'm more mature.

i'm different than months ago when i used to submit tasks late and not care about exams. when i found it's hard to be finished, i would give up and decide to submit it later on. but, with these life pressures i can manage my time better. using my time effectively, not wasting any time for playing or relaxing. i finished my homework before the due date and do everything to finish it on time - even if i had to work all night long. i study at break time so that i can work on other things at home.

how "nerd" ahaha.



though it's freakin me out, i'm pretty satisfied with this changes. preparing me for college :P what will happen to me in college if i don't adapt myself with this kind of business?

discipline is the first thing we need to be successful.

soo... i don't wanna look at my jobs as burdens anymore since it helps me a LOT!! XD

Sunday, November 22, 2009

moony - i don't know why

This song is soo my friend's and my life right now. feels so dull and tiring. yet there's no other way but to enjoy every moment of our days. XD


Never happy, not satisfied

Always complains for nothing
Hopes and dreams are fading away
It's not hard to figure it out
There's no doubt, you'll find a way
Live the moment, each and every day

I don't know why
I cannot see the beauty in front of me
I cannot...
I don't know why
I cannot see the beauty in front of me (in front of me)

Always thinking it’s not enough
Maybe it’s time to fight for it
Days and years are going so fast
We run set we’re full of regrets
Why keep on blaming someone else?
Love and luck are turning their back

Now I see here
It's always been there
People like their simple things
Live the moment, each and every day

I don't know why
I cannot see the beauty in front of me
I cannot...
I don't know why
I cannot see the beauty in front of me (in front of me)

Is it there?
Is it right there?
Right in front of you (right in front of you)
This is what you've been looking for
For a long, long time
Make it real, make it right now (make it right now, make it right now)
You've got to live it now

I don't know why
I cannot see the beauty in front of me
I cannot...
I don't know why
I cannot see the beauty in front of me (in front of me)

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

its human race's stupidity

In case you needed further proof that the human race is doomed to stupidity, here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods:

On a Sears hairdryer -- Do not use while sleeping.
(Shoot, and that's the only time I have to work on my hair.)

On a bag of Fritos -- You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside.
(the shoplifter special)?

On a bar of Dial soap -- "Directions: Use like regular soap,"
(and that would be how???....)

On some Swanson frozen dinners -- "Serving suggestion: Defrost."
(but, it's "just" a suggestion).

On Tesco's Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom) -- "Do not turn upside down."
(well...duh, a bit late, huh)!

On Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding -- "Product will be hot after heating."
(...and you thought????...)

On packaging for a Rowena iron -- "Do not iron clothes on body."
(but wouldn't this save me more time)?

On Boot's Children Cough Medicine -- "Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication."
(We could do a lot to reduce the rate of construction accidents if we could just get those 5-year-olds with head-colds off those forklifts.)

On Nytol Sleep Aid -- "Warning: May cause drowsiness."
(and...I'm taking this because???....)

On most brands of Christmas lights -- "For indoor or outdoor use only."
(as opposed to...what)?

On a Japanese food processor -- "Not to be used for the other use."
(now, somebody out there, help me on this. I'm a bit curious)

On Sainsbury's peanuts -- "Warning: contains nuts."
(talk about a news flash)

On an American Airlines packet of nuts -- "Instructions: Open packet, eat nuts."
(Step 3: maybe, ooh...fly Delta?)

On a child's Superman costume -- "Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly."
(I don't blame the company. I blame the parents for this one.)

On a Swedish chainsaw -- "Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands or genitals."
(Oh my ..was there a lot of this happening somewhere?)

Now that you've smiled at least once, it's your turn to spread the stupidity.



www.boardofwisdom.com

how ironic.

10th grade

As I sat there in English class, I stared at the girl next to me. She was my so called "best friend". I stared at her long, silky hair, and wished she was mine. But she didn't notice me like that, and I knew it. After class, she walked up to me and asked me for the notes she had missed the day before and handed them to her. She said "thanks" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I wanted to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

11th grade
The phone rang. On the other end, it was her. She was in tears, mumbling on and on about how her love had broke her heart. She asked me to come over because she didn't want to be alone, so I did. As I sat next to her on the sofa, I stared at her soft eyes, wishing she was mine. After 2 hours, one Drew Barrymore movie, and three bags of chips, she decided to go to sleep. She looked at me, said "thanks" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

Senior year
The day before prom she walked to my locker. My date is sick" she said; he's not going to go well, I didn't have a date, and in 7th grade, we made a promise that if neither of us had dates, we would go together just as "best friends". So we did. Prom night, after everything was over, I was standing at her front door step. I stared at her as she smiled at me and stared at me with her crystal eyes. I want her to be mine, but she isn't think of me like that, and I know it. Then she said "I had the best time, thanks!" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

Graduation Day
A day passed, then a week, then a month. Before I could blink, it was graduation day. I watched as her perfect body floated like an angel up on stage to get her diploma. I wanted her to be mine, but she didn't notice me like that, and I knew it. Before everyone went home, she came to me in her smock and hat, and cried as I hugged her. Then she lifted her head from my shoulder and said, "you're my best friend, thanks" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

A Few Years Later
Now I sit in the pews of the church. That girl is getting married now. I watched her say "I do" and drive off to her new life, married to another man. I wanted her to be mine, but she didn't see me like that, and I knew it. But before she drove away, she came to me and said "you came!". She said "thanks" and kissed me on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

Funeral
Years passed, I looked down at the coffin of a girl who used to be my "best friend". At the service, they read a diary entry she had wrote in her high school years. This is what it read: I stare at him wishing he was mine, but he doesn't notice me like that, and I know it. I want to tell him, I want him to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love him but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why. I wish he would tell me he loved me! `I wish I did too...` I thought to my self, and I cried.


www.boardofwisdom.com

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

hypocrite

how could a person, tease others when she does the worse thing?
she said that she is disgusted with them
she said that they are hypocrites


yet. i can't even see the positive side of her. i mean the positive in her heart.
she talks about others behind them. but she behaves like the most friendly person with them.
she said she is disgusted with others' behavior. but she herself behaves like the one that she is disgusted with.


what word would be more suitable with her than a HYPOCRITE??




don't judge others when you don't even look into yourself that you're might be much worse.

Friday, November 13, 2009

I've just downloaded some songs of my favorite singer of my childhood, Sherina. She's just a few years older - so, when she was famous, she was also still a kid.


Eventhough those are songs for kids, I noticed that the songs are much more meaningful than adult songs these days. I hate Indonesian songs. It's just because they're monotone, uncreative, and MEANINGLESS. All they sing about is: love. You can count it by yourself, from all Indonesian songs made within a year, how many of them are love songs. I'm pretty sure the result will be, at least, over 80%.

One of the songs sang by Sherina says: "... look everything closer, then you can see more wisely." Or, another song says: "...every human on earth have ever been hurted, but just those with noble heart forgive."

I was amazed when I listen carefully to the songs. I never realized how meaningful it is before. Even kids' songs used to be meaningful. Unfortunately, now, even a 5-year-old kid can sing adult songs well.


How ironic.

don't be late

One of the most important thing for a country to be on top is discipline. look at Japan and Singapore. With their discipline in time and rules, they've grown to be one of the economically strongest countries. Japan could catch up just in a few decades after isolating from the outside world and became the best in technology. And Singapore, being the youngest doesn't mean that they lost. Instead, they become the gold of Asia.

Meanwhile, what is going on with our country Indonesia?


Here is the thing making us hard to grow up: no discipline.

How could we compete with the world when we can't even be on time? When delaying an appointment for one hour is considered normal?
How could investors trust us if we can't even run our own laws? When even the polices are making a drama?
How could our economy go well if we can't even be discipline while driving? When we ourselves make the roads jammed?


My friends teased me for doing my homework on time; they'd say: "why should we submit it tomorrow? the score is not even deducted when I submit it a week after the due date!"

But, for me, score doesn't matter. I just wanna train myself to be discipline and responsible for everything. Even if I don't like my tasks and the condition is not supporting me to do it, I'll work on it.

Being on time is very important and I hate those who always say: "okay. see ya at 1" but come at 2.



When we're discipline enough, it means that we're ready to be on top or else we're not.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

don't complain! :)

"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain."
- Maya Angelou



Why do we always complain about things we don't like and not doing anything? Don't complain if we can't change it as it will make us feel worse. Just change ourselves to accept it and don't complain.

Being calm and positive is always be the best :D

Monday, October 19, 2009

nudity becomes porn because of rules saying that we have to cover our body with clothes.

XD

it is truly indonesia

why do we say Bali is "unlike in Indonesia" meanwhile it is truly in Indonesia?

i think it's the true Indonesia, instead. we just don't know indonesia well enough that we don't see its beauty.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

tired of it.

when you are not in your mood
much better just to shut up
than to vent on others.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

think 8 hours x work 2 hours

i have a t-shirt that a lot of people wear it too, a black t-shirt with "think 8 hours x work 2 hours" on it.

and i just noticed it yesterday that it really fits me.

i don't know. when someone ask me to do something or finishing my school task i don't really use the time to work on it. i'll think for a long time - like almost on the due date. then i'll just finish it right away - close to the deadline.


think a lot, work for a short time. :P

my dream home.... :D




my dream home.. on the peak of a hill of trees. beautiful view. cold and foggy. gloomy. plus and outdoor whir pool... and a woody living room with a nice pool... a relaxing white bedroom... and a bathtub in a woody room and a view of nature...

tho i think the bedroom won't match with the whole concept :P


huaahhh... gotta save a lot of money for that.. XD



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