tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389171672012-02-04T09:02:25.614Zbijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.comBlogger2111100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-25382454633598896002012-02-04T08:56:00.002Z2012-02-04T09:02:25.630Znow now, I have to admit I have way too much of earrings collection. the problem raised here is that I have NO SPACE to store them and my room looks like Titanic already. So, I thought about maaaybeee hanging the earrings would be a good idea. I could hang it inside my wardrobe cupboard, or even on my purple wall. I do have cool colours of yarns to match with my wall. So I thought about garlands...<br /><br />I went on google and found this page&gt;&gt; <a href="http://carinascraftblog.wardi.dk/2010/07/tutorial-crochet-granny-triangle.html">Carina's craftblog </a>and started reading off the patterns. It's quite simple though, triangle granny squares. :) and here I go again, grabbing my yarn and needle and started off my first triangle ever! It came out pretty nice. I wouldn't put up pictures yet, so that I will keep it as a surprise. I mean, I dont know how the garland would turn out yet.. but I am thinking of other shapes rather than just triangles in a garland. maybe some flowers would do as well. and classic circle granny square too.<br /><br />We'll see...! :)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2538245463359889600?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-62306658036565865112012-02-04T03:51:00.000Z2012-02-04T03:52:06.636Z<div class="mbl notesBlogText clearfix"><div><p>daripada diERRATA, mending gini deh:</p><p>SUMPE INI ENTRY KAGA PAKE SENSOR2AN. KALO ADA ISTILAH2 YANG NGGA BERKENAN AYE MINGTA MAAP DEH YEEE... KAGA USAH DILANJUTIN AJE BACANYA KALO TERSINGGUNG MAH.... HEHEHEHE.... GUE CM PENGEN NOTES2 GUE BENERAN RAW ADANYA.</p><p> </p><p>Daripada gue bengong ngga kelar-kelar di depan papan jadwal keberangkatan demi mlototin halaman-halamannya yang sumpe deh cepet banget brubah ke Bahasa Thailand-nya... mendingan gue narok pantat di deket wilayah yang berbau kopi Italia, seperti biasa.</p><p> </p><p>Akhirnya selesai sudah rehat (heh?? Rehat kok malah capek, kontradiktif ah! --- BRISIK!) gue setelah gecak-gecaknya ikut konferensi di Khon Kaen. Sebagai penutup laporan perjalanan (yang sebenernya adalah lampiasan napsu ngomel dan ngoceh serta meracau, berhubung ngga punya ‘teman’ seperjalanan yang juga hobi meracau), gue memutuskan untuk mencoba tidak memasukkan Bangkok ke dalam itinerary perjalanan berikutnya. Kenapa?</p><p> </p><p>Karena (yang keSATU): buat gue sama aja pindah dari Jakarta ke Jakarta (iya! Nggak salah tulis kok gue...) dan keadaan distrik gue yang sumpah persis banget kek Poppies Lane di Kuta dan/atau super crowded Gili Trawangan bikin gue ingat &gt;&gt; “Miss, Miss, would you like to have an affair with me?” atau “Masssaaaaaaaaaaaage... masssaage, yuk maaaaaaaaaas...” NAH LOH! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrh.... I should’ve stayed in Phimai instead. Or maybe Ayutthaya or Sukhothai. Ya! Next time, kota2 itu yang jadi tujuan gue. Kalo pun harus ke Bangkok, lebih baik Cuma buat transit. Chiang Mai dan Chiang Rai juga gue denger bagus...</p><p> </p><p>Karena (yang keDUA): perlakuan orang lokal yang selalu mengira gue JUGA orang lokal tadinya gue pikir nggak masalah. Tapi, lama kelamaan bikin nae pitam jugak, meski gak meledak. Terutama orang-orang di deket hostel gue nginep (sumpe gue nggak balik lagi ke hostel itu... kepepet sih, jadi trima aja konsekuensi minep sana LIMA hari.......... tududududududud). Contoh kasus: gue pengen beli kotak extra buat buku2 yang ngga masup ke dalem tas. Di sebelah hostel ada kantor kargo gituh, yang sumpah ye, mbak2nya musti gue ajarin cara SENYUM. Dengan slogan Thailand “Land of smiles”, ini mbak2 harusnya dicabut kewarganegaraannya!! Bok... ngerokok pinjem korek gue aja bukannya pake makasih dan senyum dikit kek.. nyengir, mungkin.. ato jungkir balik.... mungkin dia ngga update aja kalo slogannya Thailand adalah “Land of smiles”. Truuuuusss yang bikin paling bête adalah (trutama si MBAK ini.....) kalo nglayanin bulek2 putih senyumnya baru muncul... dikit sih, tapi MUNCUL!!! Ternyata dia punya GIGI, sodari-sodara!!! Perlakuan beda antara bulek putih sama bulek ireng kek gue ini (berdasarkan pengalaman slama lima hari), hanya berlaku di kantor2 nyang pake erkondisyoner. Tapi kalo di kaki limaaaa, ik yang ireng ini BERJAYA!!! Apalagi urusan tawar menawar.... ampe bencong aja gue towel2 biar dapet 50B bwt 3 biji anting2.... hahahaha... maap, ye, Bencoooong....! (Jadi inget smsnya Ruly yang bilang gue kudu nowel satu benciong kalo lagi di redlightdistrict..... well, Ruly, malem itu, gue keasikan nongkrong sama Cho, jadinya kita batal ke RedLight!! HAHA, maap yaaa. Towelan Patpongnya gue tunda.... adanya bekas towelan benciong Khaosarn yang ya udah lah gitu adanya...). Fenomena orang ‘aneh’ kedua adalah mas2 bencyong (kalo bencyong gue sebut ‘Mas’ itu pantes nggak sih????? Ya, masak, ‘Bu...’) di lobby hostel gue yang keknya selalu PMS.. mungkin suntikan hormonnya lebay juga, jadi dia tuh marah2 muluuuu... ampe suatu malem, di kala gue dan cowo Itali ganteng itu sedang online mojok di deket tangga (doski mo telp nyokapnya di sono, tapi laptop doski ngehang, minjem punya gue...dengan pick up lines: ‘hmm, hey, is the wifi working on your laptop? Because it isn’t on mine...” sambil ciripcirip mata senyum manis.. Italian bangsaaaaaaaaaaaaat!! Sok atuh, pinjem laptop gue!! Tapi, bagi rokok! HAHAHAHA. Buat Alberto Romero... Slamat Malam, BANG!!! Dangdutan ngapahhh!), kami dikezzutkan dengan treak2an yang aduhaiii melengkiiiiing skali dibarengi dengan treakan2 yang super bass berbahasa Inggris. Okeh, kembali ke bencyong PMS. Iyah, jadi ada cowo yang nanya toilet di mana... gue juga ngga tau apa yang terjadi sampe akhirnya beneran si cowo bulek ini mo nggebok si bencong.. dalam hati gue, ‘GEBOK BANG, GEBOOOOK!’ emang ngeselin sih si bencong. Ohhhhh.... God!! There was supposed to be bloodbath over there.....!! Tsk! Tapi si mas bulek akhirnya Cuma gebrak meja dan pergi, sementara yang satu lagi masi ngoceh2 dalam bahasa Thai. Oh well... ampek lupa ada abang ganteng duduk di sblah gue lagi pake leptop gue bwt nelpon emaknya.... how sweeeeet...</p><p> </p><p>Tuh kan, gue scatter-brain lagi nulisnya... aseem! Bikin malu aja.. Tadi topik kita apaan sih?</p><p> </p><p>OKEH, INGET!!</p><p> </p><p>Karena (yang keTIGA): gue jatuh cinta sama Phimai!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Kudu BANGET minep sana, at least LIMA hari. Sbnrnya itu kota dikiderin sehari juga kelar. Gedenya ngga lebih kek Onrust gitu.... tapi aduhhhaiiii..... plazanya, apa lah yaaaa yang bikin ini tempat berkesan banget buat gue, dan brasa kek pertama kali gue liat Kairo diterangi lampu cilik2 di atas pohon, trus ada yang maen akordeon di pojokan jalan. (Loh ini Kairo apa Paris, sih?) Nggaaaak, gue serius.. benerannnn.... hahhahahaha... Jadi, keknya next time, Bangkok tersingkir dari daftar tempat berkunjung, KECUALI transit.. sempet tergoda sih untuk naek bis ke Siem Reap besok-besok, via Bangkok juga. Gak papa gue rasa kalo cuma transit, ngga nyakitin kuping, dan ngga nyakitin hati juga karena gue lebih ireng dari turis-turis lainnya.</p><p> </p><p>All in all, gue puas pergi kali ini. Pertama kalinya pergi solo lagi, setelah sekian lama terbiasa nggak solo. Hahaha. Meski kangen sama travel companions gue yang astaga okeh2 (e.g. Dinda, Bunga, tim Krakatau, tim Pangguyangan 2012, tim Sosrowijayan 2010-2011, etc.) , tapi memang sekarang harus mulai dibiasakan travelling solo lagi. Sekarang udah di gate, dengan bauk balsam eyangnya syapa gitu dan kelakuan penumpang Indonesia yang ngga bisa duduk di tempat yang disediakan dan/atau antre pada masa yang ditentukan. Gue heran deh, sama budaya ‘nggak bisa antre’ ini... padahal kan di tiket udah ada nomer urut duduk masing2... trus korsinya bakal lari gitu kalo kita ngga buru2 duduk di situ, atau bagasi kita bakal kabur sama gebetannya yang ketemu di kabin bawah, kalo kita ngga buru2 claim baggage? Sungguh budaya yang aneh. Kalo lagi malu banget gue biasanya ngakunya dari Filipina aja deh, atau Mexico. Hahahahaha....</p><p> </p><p>Anying (kalo kata Ruly lebih sopan gini....), final note aja panjang beeng.. Hakhakhak... marilah.... 2012 mungkin gue bakal jarang di rumah, setelah 2011 ngerumah mulu gara2 gusar dan galau.. hahahaha.. sekarang, galaunya gue bawa ke negara lain, ke tempat lain, dan brusaha buang sial dan buang galau, tapi apa daya..... bahkan sekarang galaunya ngikutin pulang... pag-syet nga talaga namaaaan!!! Okay na, dapat na ako umalis ngayon. See you, Thailand. Thank you for the wonderful two-weeks for being galau alone. Mmmmmuuuahhhhh.</p><p> </p><p>Ps. Next stop: Siem Reap? I’ve found a 40,000 Rupiah/pppn nearby the Old Market @ SiamReap. Wanna??? Call me!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>xoxo</p><p>Dee on the road.</p></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6230665803656586511?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-57691467206084573622012-02-04T03:49:00.000Z2012-02-04T03:51:23.971Z<div class="mbl notesBlogText clearfix"><div><p>Day Three was a BLUR!!! LOL. I have this bad habit of forgetting about date and days during my travel. So no wonder this happens again. The only hint was that I was already in Bangkok, after a long tiring night of hostel hunting and desperation to take a hot shower.</p><p> </p><p>The next day, I went to the Museum Siam nearby Wat Pho and I was amazed by the almost-colonial style of the building. My colleague said that it was (possibly) an ex-Ministry of Commerce building. I mean, even the police station has wonderful Ionic architecture, here... No wonder if this Museum has wonderful architecture as well. And I got lucky, because I arrived at the museum around 5pm, I got to go inside for free... yay! I love my luck! So, they got me wearing this sticker on my shirt and showed me where to go. They sat me down in a small AV hall (that is Audio-Visual, not Adult-Video!!!) with large screen and said that the movie is going to last 5 minutes. Wondering what sort of crap movies they’re going to show me, I sat down quietly.</p><p> </p><p>The movie tells a story about what is a true Thai, what is it made of, mostly questions about identity of a Thai or things Thai. There were people with different professions featured in the movie being asked the same question, are the things you’re doing Thai? Is the food you’re selling Thai? What make these things Thai? And then the scene flashed back to the early times (playing some sort of reincarnation plot here) when the people were someone else in the past. I believe this was meant to show how Thai are the things they are doing now. The final scene showed a little girl in a car heading to school asking her daddy if she’s Thai, because her friends told her that she doesn’t look Thai. What is Thai? What makes you Thai? These are the main ideas of the exhibition on the museum. Awesome movie, I cried.</p><p> </p><p>I cried because I am embarrassed. I questioned myself a lot whether I am Javanese or not, because few things that I do in daily life can be considered Javanese although my bloodline says so. The nationality column on my passport tells everyone that I am Indonesian, but what I do every day, might not be Indonesian at all. For example: this essay is written in English and not in Bahasa Indonesia; I crochet, which is so French or other western countries that it refers to...; I drink tea and I have bread in the morning which is so English; I dressed up in tshirt and jeans – which is totally not Indonesian (but considered as modern in any cultures); I master plenty of Italian food, but few of traditional Indonesian food; I bake cupcakes, instead of making nogosari or arem-arem, etc, etc.</p><p> </p><p>After the short movie presentation, we were led to the first exhibition which showed things identical to Thailand today; tuk-tuk, street vendor food, 7-11 (oh yeahhh! You find almost 15 7-11s ONLY in Khaosarn Road), elephants, the traditional dance, spirit houses, and so on. Next, we were led to the third floor with exhibitions of archaeological evidence found in Thailand and hoped to explain the early ages of Thailand. There was this HUGE poster display of burials found in Ban Chiang, Khok Phanom Dee, and some more sites. The main piece of this exhibition is the story about a shaman woman of Khok Phanom Dee, found in a burial adorned with beads, bangles of bronze, and wrapped in garb of cloth. One small glass box exhibition would lit up into a short movie about the shaman woman, showing how she was buried and then flashed back to when she was alive. She would stand up in front of you and tells you the story of who she was and why was she important to the community she had lived in. Don’t worry, she did spoke in Thai, but the movie always have English subtitles (well, possibly not only because this is a permanent exhibition, but because they do expect foreigners visiting wouldn’t be lost in translation as well. I’m glad that they don’t sell the ‘this exhibition has no English translation because it’s not permanent’ or ‘we don’t expect much of foreigner visitors coming to this exhibition’ craps like I used to hear before...). If I could give the actress who played the shaman woman a standing applause and/or a large bouquet of sunflowers and roses, I would. She had even gone breasts bare topless for the shooting of the movie. That is what I call awesome dedication and in-depth character building. Not to mention, she is soooooo pretty, like Southeast Asian pretty. Then the scene in the movie moved to the time when she was dead, and was being buried by the people of her community. Wrapped in cloth, adorned with beaded necklaces and bangles, and someone put a stack of bronze bangles next to her upper left arm. Someone also spread some flower petals over her wrapped body before finally closing the grave pit. Then she went on the screen again and said, ‘That is my story. I am here to be found by you and to be a part of your history.’ The light on the box went off and it dimmed on and off several times, then what made me yelped and cried was the appearance of her exact replica of burial on the far back of the exhibition box. It was heart rendering and touching. As an archaeologist, it would be awesome to have your life’s work to be interpreted like that in a museum, to be a part of the community, to give knowledge and information to the community about what have I been doing in the field. It was a lovely interpretation of the burials found in the surrounding area of Thailand.</p><p> </p><p>Moving to the right side of the exhibition, you will find Prof. Rasmi Shoocongdej (i adoooore her!! Hahaha! Talk to her and you’ll know why) as an interactive model explaining what is archaeology, why are we doing archaeology, even to the explanation on how to deal with the local beliefs during archaeological projects, especially when dealing with burial data. You can almost ask Prof. Shoocongdej ANYthing there, of course, digitally. And again, don’t worry, she spoke in Thai, but her answers come with English subtitles. Very meticulously done. Awesome exhibition team!!!! I am soooooooo jealous... would they do some for Indonesian history? I bet it would be expensive to hire them! There were also interactive excavation boxes, complete with the brushes which say that you have to brush on the box to experience working on the field. When you have discovered 50% of the artefact, the screen would say and explain about the kind of artefact that you have just brushed on. Again..... 10,000 thumbs up!!!!! I LOVE THIS EXHIBITION!! (please do not copy the idea.. it’s so ORIGINAL, that it is EMBARRASSING if we do the SAME thing in Indonesian museums, that is if we do have the guts and will and money and sacrifice to DO the same type of exhibition! *smirk.... lirik lirik*)</p><p> </p><p>Anyways, do you ever question if you’re Indonesian at all? What makes you Indonesian? What makes ME, Indonesian?</p><p>Do any of Indonesian museums ever display some heart rendering and eye opening exhibition at all? To be honest, I have never cried inside any of Indonesian museums to express that I am impressed and touched by the exhibitions. Why should I cry on this when I am abroad and reflecting back to what is NOT happening in my country? Is it so poorly executed that it doesn’t impress me much to cry and be touched?</p><p> </p><p>I say the culture of Indonesian has been a melting pot for quite some times. We have Dutch, Arabic, Indian, Chinese, and Portuguese vocabularies, culinary, habits, etc, etc. So, what makes Indonesian, Indonesian? How would any of YOU who know museum studies better than I do would interpret this melting pot into one identity that says a true Indonesian?</p><p> </p><p>I <strong>only </strong>know stuff about excavation techniques, osteological lab routines, analyses, report writing, article writing (although am VERY lazy executing one...), glue-ing skeletal remains, identifying human and non-human bones, ante-mortem, peri-mortem, and post-mortem wounds. I do <strong>publicly </strong>admit that I know NOTHING about exhibitions, display, or concept making before the exhibition is installed. But I know it is NOT IMPOSSIBLE to make such exhibition, too. It is not easy, indeed. You have to go through a lot of brainstorming processes and administration issues to put up with. Plus technical tidbits that you have to fix and install. True dedication and will and passion are needed to make it all worth while. You see, that actually passing information to the public is not an easy job, huh? You have to sort out the stuff that you want to pass along to public and it all depends on your choice of interpretation so then the public gets the message and leave the museum/exhibition with more knowledge or even more questions. Isn’t that the most wonderful job of all? As the one who make the concept of an exhibition, you can also play tricks with kids’ minds. You see, not only magicians can do that by pulling up rabbits from his hat. If I do have the passion to carry on an exhibition and creative ideas like kids nowadays (if they’re even using it, when not distracted by mobile phones or playing AngryBirds on iPad, is it iPad, or iPhone? Grrrh... gadgets are sickening me!), I would love to do one also. But I have to admit, I AM NOT CREATIVE (Ask Anja who witness me drawing an owl which turned out to be a tamarind).</p><p> </p><p>In my innermost imagination, I would love it so much if one day someone would interpret something that I do in a way that would make someone actually think and cry and would let the experience seeped through the vein of every visitor; because what I do and what you do defines what is the true meaning of being Indonesian. Amen.</p><p> </p><p>p.s. to whoever is going to make the exhibition, please please do consider the variety of visitors that you’re going to expect. If you cannot provide the exhibition with French, Danish, Dutch, Arabic, Thai, or Hindi, just put Bahasa Indonesia and English version on it. It would be representative and thoughtful enough to the visitors, and whether it is a permanent exhibition or not.</p><p> </p><p>p.p.s. again, I shall tell you that these essays weren’t made to cause ignition among us, only to rant out the thoughts in my head and if you don’t like it, you can always comment, untag yourself (as Facebook always provided us with) or if you like, you can punch me in the face whenever we meet just to let me have it, if you really hate my essay. Haha. No, I am not joking. Punch me.</p><p> </p><p>xoxo, Dee</p><p>Thailand, 31st January 2012.</p></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5769146720608457362?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-68685457145363815232012-02-04T03:48:00.000Z2012-02-04T03:49:34.660Z<p>Seemingly blurry, I will try to recollect the day I left Khon Kaen on a bus heading to Phimai and Ban Non Wat. It is sad that I had to say goodbye to my extremely comfortable single room in Kwanmor Hotel, KKU with all that speed of light internet connection and awesome bathroom and Thai delicacies in the restaurant and the sight of 131 every morning *blush!!*.</p><p> </p><p>We started off early at 8am after breakfast and head off to Phimai, about 1hour drive from Khon Kaen. Phimai is wonderfully small and charming. We stopped at Prasat Phimai plaza and went into the Khmerish time machine. It’s pretty much looking like Prambanan but in smaller scale. It was probably nothing in scale compared to Borobudur or Prambanan, but was indeed something nice and romantic place to spend times at.</p><p> </p><p>I shop, of course, of postcards and such.</p><p> </p><p>After Prasat Phimai, we headed for a lunch break at the Banyan Tree. A HUGE complex of the oldest banyan tree in the world. Believe me, it’s HUGE. I have never seen anything like it. Even this place I consider as a romantic getaway. Shortly after lunch, we headed for Ban Non Wat, a compound of Neolithic burial site being worked by Dr. Nigel Chang of JCU and also some people from Earthwatch programme. I have the (my term) honour to meet with the local Ban Non Wat people who were at the time we arrived were making potteries in some sort of shelter in front of the future museum structure. What’s surprising was there were not only the elderly who learn to make the potteries. There were some of the youngsters too, though few in number. I had expected to see all elderly people sitting in a circle, chitchatting while tapping on the pottery dough in their hands with a paddle and probably chewing ‘kinang’. But I was expecting wrong.</p><p>Here, they also have installed a small exhibition room to show the excavation progress, history, and displaying some of the artefacts found within the site. As expected, there were maps, photographs, and lots and lots of pottery beakers and bowls sitting around the room. I shopped, again, this time for books and a t-shirt that says ‘Neolithic Revolution!!’ on it. Cool saying, huh!</p><p> </p><p>Hhhhhrrrr... I told you it was blurry. I shall write more about the site, though, but the thing is that I have packed my bag and box to get home tomorrow. It would be painful to open the box again and literally read the books of Ban Non Wat now. I’m sorry, I will write again later and further. I couldn’t even make a point on what I am about to write now. LOL. Sorry.</p><p> </p><p>It was though, the end of the best three-days in my life. I have never felt soooooooooooooo happy and contented about who I am, what I study, and where will I go in life. I personally thank Cho, Prof. Rasmi, Gwen, Veena, Nancy, Sian, Steph, Jen, and Julien to make me think that I have not chosen the WRONG side of the life. Let’s see if I can keep that spirit up with me during the next five years! Ha... I always doubt myself.</p><p>Toodles!</p><p>Xoxo</p><p>Dee – Thailand, February 1st, 2012.</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6868545714536381523?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-76252961425392279082012-02-04T03:46:00.000Z2012-02-04T03:48:47.553Z<p>I started out the day zoning out by exhaustion, drank two strong cups of Thai coffee and ate a slice of bread and butter, tried to get involved in the conversation Jen, Julien, and Steph were having, but failing greatly. We hopped on the minibus straight to the Medical Centre of Khon Kaen University at around 8.45am.</p><p> </p><p>Today’s programme was to attend and do workshop. There are six stations available ranging from bone identification to metric traits on skeletal remains. But we started off with a wee bit lecture and introduction about the skeletal remains collection from the faculty of Medicine in KKU. The presenter said that Khon Kaen University has the largest collection in Northeast Thailand, as opposition to the southern institution. Most of the bodies were donated and then processed (I know it’s quite inappropriate to use the term ‘processed’ when talking about human remains, but... anyways!) as long as 40 days to obtain the fresh skeletal material. During the autopsy process, the team would note every facts and figures about the cadaver as detailed as to its shoe size. The presentation was over soon enough then came the Q&amp;A session. One of the participants asked about how was the bodies obtained and why do a lot of people donate their bodies to KKU. The answer is surprising. It apparently is more spiritual and religious rather than practical or scientific. He said in Buddhism, it is believed that donating something that is useful for other people or living being is more honourable and fulfilling rather than being cremated. It would be something like eternal gift. People in the south have different belief and understanding, mostly because Islam taught different thing (though not opposite!!! Beda, tapi belom tentu berlawanan... hmm, jadi inget argumen ‘berubah tapi belom tentu berbeda....’)</p><p> </p><p>I do not know the condition in Indonesia, where do we got our bodies/cadavers from. But I am sure with more than 200mil people around in Indonesia and possibly 50mil alone in Jakarta, and with the numbers of criminals and unknown homeless people, we would get quite so much bodies/cadavers to study with. The thing is, do we actually study them, or just dispose them after dissection? This should be interesting to find out. Maybe I will pay a visit to FKUI to find out about this. Or does any of you know anything about this, too?</p><p> </p><p>Back to the topic.</p><p> </p><p>If religious belief would limit you to do science, when will this ‘fight’ be over? I for one can say that studying cadavers is not a mean of disrespectfulness to the corpse, itself. I say they have donated their body to science, which is hoped to be improving the life of other people. Why always thought that using someone’s body to dissect as a mean of disrespect? I would love to have my body donated, so they may know the damages I have done to my body and study it. I will provide them with full habit records and daily dietary details if needed.</p><p> </p><p>Such thing also occurs when dealing with local people with local beliefs. As I said in previous note, we do interfere with their way of life and their land. The question is actually how to give them understanding as to how the materials we obtain are needed and will benefit them as well in life. Again, I thought public archaeology should be able to bridge this issue.</p><p> </p><p>Okay, I have becoming more and more not systematic on writing the essay, but what the heck. This ain’t something official, just some things I had in my thoughts.</p><p>Feel free to comment or curse.</p><p>Ganz Liebe. Dee</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7625296142539227908?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-29494389134881818982012-01-27T10:15:00.001Z2012-01-27T10:18:27.780Z<div class="mbl notesBlogText clearfix"><div><p><br /></p><p>[also published in <a href="https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150535989723280">Facebook's note</a>]<br /></p><p>To begin the personal notes, I have to admit to you that this is my first ever international conference as an osteoarchaeologist-wannabe. I came by the opportunity to join by chance and I was already surprised on how intriguing and interesting the issues raised during the conference. I didn’t even realised it was a whole-day seminars with more than ten papers presented. I came alone as a delegation from the Southeast Asian Archipelago. The aim of participating in this conference is to test the water after a year of absence on contacts with skeletal remains.</p><p> </p><p>The first papers presented were concise and had given me general outline about what is going on in the world of bioarchaeology in Southeast Asia. I must admit that I have not been updating myself with news related to the subject, especially in Southeast Asia. General papers like updates on bioarchaeological researches in Cambodia, Laos, Burma, Thailand, and Vietnam, were something that I personally have never heard about. I have known several sites only when I came across their individual history of research when I was doing my undergraduate thesis and was using these sites as general comparison to prehistoric burials found in Pondok Selabe-1 Cave, Padang Bindu, South Sumatera. It is partly embarrassing to realise that I have not been updating myself, but I think that it is about time that I will pay all the loss of information along the way.</p><p> </p><p>The most intriguing issue raised within the forum discussion was when I was sitting face-to-face with today’s community of Ban Non Wat who actually play a huge role on researches, conservation, and preservation of the large Neolithic-Bronze Age site in the mainland Southeast Asia. I have tried to find more about Ban Non Wat on the internet and found very few information that could give me a broad overview or general perspective about the site and its speciality. What was more intriguing was when I realised that the problem presented to my conscious was something that I have been talking about with a dear colleague of mine nearly a year ago.</p><p> </p><p>Public archaeology is the issue.</p><p> </p><p>What is public archaeology? Logically I would think that public archaeology is when archaeology is about the people and for the people. Who are the people? This may include the excavators, scientists, and local community. Especially the local community. But sorry, I do not have enough time to do lit-research on this subject; it's late at night and my brain is just itchy bitchy until I get this thought out... :P</p><p> </p><p>As archaeologists, when we came to one particular site bearing the will of excavating, we mean to destroy the land to gain information under the soil and use them as archaeological data. This is the perfect timing to say that the data will be used to reconstruct the past life of some community. Most of excavations use local people to help us dig and not very rare that the team would pay some amount of money for the ‘service’ that the locals have given. One experience with an excavation somewhere in Java made me wonder and said quietly, do we even treat them as hosts whose place we visited? Do we actually respect local customs and beliefs during the excavation? Have we been nice, polite, and proper to our hosts? Like it or not, the fact that we’re the one who came into their territory made us the guests. But what happened afterward was I realised that in the end is all about transaction of money and service that they give us, without even actually acknowledging; let alone involving them into the excavation that is being held within their land.</p><p> </p><p>Dr. Nigel Chang and Prof. Rasmi Shoocongdej pinpointed the importance of local community’s involvement before, during, and after the research is done. Dr. Chang especially invited a group of people to the stage and introduced them as the possible living descendants of the Ban Non Wat prehistoric village. By the time they went up the stage, my heart skipped a beat. I immediately remembered the essay written by that colleague of mine on our archaeological mailing list (which by that time received less replies than he would imagined; as he imagined the topic would be very intriguing and interesting to be discussed about) and the intense conversation I had with him discussing about the same manner of treatment in an infamous paleoanthropological-archaeological site in Java. A year ago, he addressed to me of his concerns on how we treated the locals not only as helpers of our researches, but also as friends, family, and the people who actually live there and would helped to maintain, preserve, and conserve the essence of importance of the site. He was ranting about giving trainings or local educational packages to get the local people to understand the importance of the site, therefore would encourage them to participate on preserving the site.</p><p> </p><p>This time, Dr. Nigel Chang spoke of the same concern, only different site to represent it. He brought the local people of Ban Non Wat in respect to let them know what the scientists have done in progress about researches being held at their residence. He also explained that these people helped a lot on the research projects and how it is important to give local people understandings of the importance of a site like Ban Non Wat. I couldn’t help but got my eyes quite watery. Compared to my country, what Dr. Chang did was indeed thoughtful and meaningful in purpose. Inviting them to the conference and letting them answer the questions from the forum were the best idea ever.</p><p> </p><p>One of the conference participants asked the Ban Non Wat locals about how do they feel of being possible to be the direct descendants of the skeletal remains that they have been helping to excavate. This question sent jolts of electricity to my spine. One simple question but has deeper meaning than it was said. I looked at the local people in anticipation of the answer. They speak only Thai, and I spoke none of Thai. After the interpreter got hold of the main idea of the answer, he said, “Yes, we are indeed proud to have been participating in such important events of excavations. Those people might or might not be our ancestors, but they are the part of our local history.” Listening to this answer, I feel done. I am done for the day, I wanted to run to the toilet and cry my heart out. I was so touched. These people might not have higher education like most of us who are lucky. But that genius answer made me feel embarrassed and somewhat sad. Sad because in my honest opinion, in my own country, the appreciation of the help of the locals is way too minimum. It’s not only the matter of paying them for the day after the excavation is over. It’s not about how much we have to spend on their strength and time wasted helping us digging on a trench, while they could go somewhere to actually make a lot of money. But it’s the appreciation of having them as a part of the excavation’s team member, which is certainly more than just an acknowledgment in the preface of a final report (!!!!). In Bahasa Jawa, this is called “nge-uwongke”. Not many people know how to do this properly, not even me. I may or may not have done something (directly or indirectly) insulting to the locals, too.</p><p> Funny that I should mention the concept of basic Javanese lifestyle has become a huge concern among the bioarchaeologists in Southeast Asia (yes, I am exaggerating and overvaluing this....). It’s more than the bonding between us during the excavation, but how they are going to treat the site when we’re done with the research. Again, my colleague was correct, and it took me a year to have finally seen it with my own watery eyes.</p><p> </p><p>The questions now:</p><p>1. Are we going to start to treat them as equally important as us who have the higher education?</p><p>2. How low would you go in terms of explaining complicated jargons of archaeology and other subjects to make them understand the importance of preservation and conservation of a site?</p><p>3. Are we going to start it on the next excavation available?</p><p>4. Are we going to start to value them more than the amount of money that we pay them daily?</p><p>5. Are we going to be honest to ourselves that we actually need these people to carry on and maintain the availability of data for future researches?</p><p>6. And to you, my successors, who actually get public archaeology as a subject in the class, are you ready to put your mind and stimulate your brain to be able to participate and applying your knowledge to the community? You should have known better than my arbitrary ramblings, because you obviously get the concept of public archaeology explained in the class. All you have to do is to apply it on the field.</p><p> I might not be as poetic or metaphoric as my colleague, but I tried my best to put this thought that has been bothering me during dinner party as it is. That’s it for tonight’s rambling. I’m a bit tired and I still have a workshop to do tomorrow. My brain is exhausted from today’s brain boost since 9am to 5pm. It’s a good thing though. Let’s just hope that tomorrow I won’t be mistaken tibia from femur. I have been away for quite some time.</p><p> </p><p>Goodnight!</p><p>among the mist of cold wintry Central Thailand (it's fecking COLD heeeeree!!!!)</p><p>27th January 2012.</p><p>p.s.: I KNOW i recognised this guy when he was introduced as a delegation from Vietnam!! He’s the guy who said, “<span>Although the job is difficult, we don’t receive much money while travelling in remote mountainous areas. So if we did not love the job we could not pursue it.”</span> -- Dr Nguyen Lan Cuong - Vietnamese palaeoanthropologist. A very passionate, active, resourceful man ever! I wrote about him on my previous notes, if you even bother. *smirk....*</p><p> p.p.s.: I apologise for the insensible manner of how this 'essay' was written. The aim was to rant, to ponder, not to cause ignition nor troubles among us. ;) I'm tiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiired.... ciao!</p></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2949438913488181898?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-56693447081550839892012-01-23T16:18:00.002Z2012-01-23T16:27:05.642ZOHHH!! the time I have been waiting for!!!<br />In this new Year, I wish for opportunities and fortune that follows them.<br />As a Rat person in the Dragon Year, I believe I have good things to expect. And I have the WHOLE year to prove it.<br /><br /><h3>Rat Overview</h3><p>Wow. The Water Dragon is so good for you, it even makes the Horse month favorable! And, <span style="font-weight: bold;">yes, this could be one of your best years. </span>There are probably only two ways you can mess it up: Sit it out and accomplish nothing memorable, or try to outdo the outlandish Dragon. Sure, this is a great time to take risks, but come on! You know the Dragon may be lucky, but it also crashes and burns more than most signs. Know you can walk away from the table a winner -- and this year, that applies to just about every area of your life. Anything to do with communication, networking or travel could lead you to your heart's desire. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Fly with the Dragon and make your dreams come true!</span></p><h3>Rat Career</h3><p>Yes, <span style="font-style: italic;">things might have slowed down last year in your job</span>. The Rabbit is all about being careful -- but not so this year! <span style="font-weight: bold;">This could be the time you make humongous leaps and bounds when it comes to work. </span>Those <span style="font-weight: bold;">dreams can finally be realized, and no one can stop you.</span> The Dragon thinks big. However, <span style="font-weight: bold;">big risks can sometimes bring big failures, so make sure you know what you're doing </span>before throwing caution to the wind. Use triple Water days to negotiate a raise or handle important business. Your enterprising tendencies are favored, so express your ideas and suggest changes at work. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Be an innovator. Refresh your skills. Take some training courses in your field.</span> Then, prepare to shoot up the ladder of success!</p><h3>Rat Relationships - <span style="color: rgb(0, 204, 204);font-size:85%;" >I do not expect much from this department though, but it's always fun to read what the Dragon has for my lovelife this year! :) </span><br /></h3><p>Was your love life a little bland last year? <span style="font-weight: bold;">Expect romance to blossom and relationships to thrive now. </span>The Dragon is in your animal-compatibility group, and this means that your love life should get a big boost -- surely you've been waiting for it! <span style="font-weight: bold;">Now is the time for passion and action</span>. Dive in head-first and move things to the next level. Water lends lovers better communication skills this year, which means <span style="font-weight: bold;">long-standing problems can be resolved</span> -- all the better to prepare you for tougher stuff ahead. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Emotions will run high, and adventure will probably be the name of the game.</span> The Dragon favors celebrations of all kinds, including marriage. Is now the time to take that leap? Give boredom the boot, spice things up and take some risks!</p><p style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">p.s.: weird enough, I have proved that long-standing problems can be resolved part of the forecast!!! sheesh.. scary true!!<br /></p><h3>Rat Health</h3><p>The Rabbit year probably tempted you to stay indoors and indulge some of your couch-potato tendencies. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Well, get up and get moving already</span>! It's pretty likely you'll have the energy for it since every single month is predicted to be favorable for you. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Your health should be strong this year, but be careful about wearing yourself out or trying to prove something at the expense of your well-being</span>. Make time for rest. Since life will move quickly, make plans early on to fit an exercise routine and nutritious meals in with all that traveling, gallivanting and networking. It's looking like a great year to try extreme sports such as mountain climbing or surfing. Channel your high energy into getting into peak shape. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Remember, a healthy body means clarity and focus for achieving your goals!</span></p><h3>Rat Wealth</h3><p>Another reason to be jealous of you this year, Rat! Probably no other sign will fare as well as you will with money. Last year you likely put all your pawns in place, and this year you'll knock out your opponents' royalty pieces, one by one. Finally, you should have the money to live the life you've been dreaming of! You've been nurturing an orchard of ideas for several years, and now it's ready to produce big, luscious fruit. Be careful not to celebrate too lavishly, though, for if you're typical of your sign, you probably enjoy spending money as much as making it. Consider all offers before making big purchases -- you can probably afford to be picky.</p><p><br /></p><p>taken from <a href="http://shine.yahoo.com/astrology/chinese/rat/yearly-overview/;_ylt=Asz8H7nN8hPtLdkiXuh.NbN_b6U5">Chinese Rat: Yearly</a></p><p><br /></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5669344708155083989?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-6571503000449218742012-01-23T06:45:00.003Z2012-01-23T07:01:19.356Zwoot woot..<br />I will begin my first travel of 2012 immediately after the Imlek of Water Dragon year. Awesome! An awesome way to begin a year. Tomorrow, I will be heading to Thailand to attend a scientific conference, also my first conference, and am hoping to have a lotta fun there. Fun here described as work hard and play harder. LOL.<br /><br />anyways, I am looking forward for this trip. I'm sure I will have lots of new experience, as this would also be my first solo trip after quite some time... Pffft... I miss that travel companion of mine. :) Will write on the road, if I get inet access.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-657150300044921874?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-67638636510488406942011-12-30T03:41:00.003Z2011-12-30T04:12:02.521ZWooot, wooot!! Es ist schon einmal Neu Jaaaaahr!!!<br />Gestern hab' ich eine Freundin mir eingeladen zum Neujahrsparty und natuerlich sagte ich JA! Okay, I'm going to stop German-ing there.. :P Waaay too rusty. I dont remember how many years I haven't been using my passive German language skill. LOL, well unless when listening to Barbara Schoeneberger or Annett Louisan or Meret Becker.<br /><br />Anyways, I will be leaving tonight with my dearest circle of friends, and will NO DOUBT be having a LOTTA fun! ;) I am now dealing with being the food caterer of the event (again, as usual, seemed automatically....), arranging menus and stuff to bring, til Hanna texted me and said that she couldn't come along... tsk, there goes my tandem in the kitchen! But, I still have Joseph to cook along with. ;) Awesome.<br /><br />I haven't packed as usual... at all, for my personal belongings, I just packed kitchen kits. This week I have learnt that losing Facebook from my life is not a bad thing. I am de-Facebooking myself and it worked! I love it how I have gradually lost interest on finding out about the 'friends' on friend list that dont even act like friends in real life... and sorting out friends and finding out whom your true friends are have never been so fun like this.<br /><br />And so, the hopes and expectations for 2012 are:<br />1. to redefine my passion in archaeology again, to find the real reasons why I am doing what I'm doing.<br />2. to redefine and sort out friends. why? because I am TIRED AS HELL with SUPERFICIAL PEOPLE. So, if you're one of them, please maintain your proximity as comfortable as possible from me and we'll all be happy.<br />3. redefine my future in archaeology, if not, I shall consider being just a housewife or start a business.<br /><br />so, Leute!!! Schoenes NeuJahr!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6763863651048840694?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-25168083658068927362011-12-25T21:29:00.002Z2011-12-25T21:52:21.185ZReality saddened me. I am not happy anymore being different or having idealism in the level of Gie. He's totally correct. It is wise to die young. I have been thinking a lot about death nowadays even more than when I had to attend my Funerary Archaeology class. I'll save my psychologist's job to interpret my behaviour (if only I have a personal psychologist): it is merely because I thought I have nothing more to prove in life. I'm done. I definitely will end up as a spinster, therefore I stopped looking for a guy. Why? My past love life isn't as bright as my undergraduate grade transcription. I am much traumatised by guys and love life. So I stopped my efforts on looking. Got it, Psychologist??<br /><br />I have pages of journal entries to say things about job life -- which I never had, as well as my huge disappointment in job market or opportunities. So, interpret that!! It is more than getting a job, you fool...!!! It's about self-accomplishment. I don't have that either. So what is left for me? Death, indeed. I have finished my childhood ambition, per se... although I am yet to be an archaeologist, but the world around me doesn't feel like giving me a chance to prove myself, so I'll make your lives easier.<br /><br />Friends?? Oh God, whom I really called friends nowadays??? One 'bestfriend' who PLEADED for me to go back home to Indonesia, immediately disconnected with me after her wedding day. One other girl is too consumed in her heartbreak to even just hangout with me. The love of my life which WAS also my bestfriend (zonder quotation marks) hates me so much to even keep in contact with me, he chose to hid himself from me (he said he's hiding from the world, but I read the message between the lines: he doesn't want to see me AT All). One kind girl is clearly making an effort to stay in touch with me, but she could at anytime leave, too. Then whom do I call friend? It is obvious that my definition of friend and friendship differ from those people out there. I value highly of friendship and truth within friendship, but what they did to me proved that for them, friends are replaceable, no matter how long you have connected to each other. The bond of KAMA??? BULLFUCKINGSHIT!!! Don't you dare talk about the bond of KAMA with me, if you think friends are replaceable, if you think that the meaning of togetherness only available when you're in college. I think and value highly of KAMA and its values and nothing could trade of whatever I have experienced during my time there. But, apparently life goes on (unlike mine) and people quickly forget the essence of family, friendship, togetherness, and KAMA after they graduate. For them, KAMA possibly is a phase of life that they have to go through, but for me KAMA is life, love, and family.<br /><br />Now, my dearest (imaginary) psychologist, what do I have left but death? My almamater thought that my study is unimportant and that my knowledge is inapplicable unlike any other 'trendy' studies, my 'friends' quickly forget about me when they have opportunities to go on a dig, even though they know that I am available at all time and costs to join the dig; and that I have the ability and capability to work on a team on a dig. While I memorise perfectly anyone's ability to be used on the field, my 'friends' don't even remember about me. What a waste of time, Dee... what a waste of time. Even my heartbroken friend didn't spent the effort to ask me to go to spend New Year's Even together next week, albeit my presence in front of her when she's planning the trip. Wow... was I no fun? Do I already have a plan for New Year's Eve? She doesn't even bother to ask. And yet, yesterday night I still asked her to spend New Year together. Of course, a 'no' from her is an answer.<br /><br />I am always thirsty for knowledge, now I don't even k now for whom or what do I study for. Even institutions don't want me or don't give me any chances to prove that I am worthy, that I am capable. I am merely a snob abroad graduate with extreme idealism that goes against the current in everyday life; and although that made me different, that doesn't make me wanted by ANY institution. I am laughing loudly and sarcastically at people who thinks that having a foreign degree would be easier to find a job. Joke's on who, bitches? Me or those people? My biggest mistake in life is to be ambitious about science and capability, to have wanted and dreamed to be a scientist in a country full of 'hungry' people who weirdly could find a way to buy upgraded version of Blackberries. This is what my personal ambition has brought me into.<br /><br />To those who are wondering: no, this is not a suicide note. I am alive, (still) ambitious, (still) jobless, and desperate, but I am alive.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2516808365806892736?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-16123599344647393162011-12-25T06:38:00.002Z2011-12-25T06:42:30.897Z<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:180%;" >I h<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">ave</span> no sn<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">ow</span>,<br />no Ed<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">inbu</span>rgh,<br />n<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">or Ch</span>rist<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">ma</span>s<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);"> mar</span>ket h<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">ere</span>...<br />b<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">ut</span> any<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">wa</span>ys:</span><br /><br /><br /></div><br 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name="Bibliography"> <w:lsdexception locked="false" priority="39" qformat="true" name="TOC Heading"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:10.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:115%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Garamond","serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Garamond; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Garamond; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal">I am now watching this documentary, Solutreans: The First Americans. This documentary’s intention is to discuss the Solutrean hypothesis which stated that there are people from Europe who actually migrated towards the Americas, judging by the similarities found amongst the stone tools which belonged to the Solutrean culture. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Wait, Dee... what the heck is Solutrean? – you say? </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Well, Solutrean is an industry known to have developed in Europe during the Upper Palaeolithic which happened some times between 22,000 to 17,000 Before Present (please do not commence any countdowns now, you’ll hurt your head). According to the mighty Wikipedia, "Solutrean" is named after the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Type-site" title="Type-site"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none;text-underline: none">type-site</span></a> of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cr%C3%B4t_du_Charnier&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1" title="Crôt du Charnier (page does not exist)"><span style="color:windowtext; text-decoration:none;text-underline:none">Crôt du Charnier</span></a> at <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solutr%C3%A9" title="Solutré"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none;text-underline:none">Solutré</span></a> in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%A2con" title="Mâcon"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none;text-underline:none">Mâcon</span></a> district, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sa%C3%B4ne-et-Loire" title="Saône-et-Loire"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none; text-underline:none">Saône-et-Loire</span></a>, eastern <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/France" title="France"><span style="color: windowtext;text-decoration:none;text-underline:none">France</span></a>, and appeared around 21,000 BP. (ref: “<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solutrean">Solutrean</a>” and "<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solutrean_hypothesis">Solutrean Hypothesis</a>" at Wikipedia. Click on the link for further readings, yeah? I believe you know how to trace the references.) The site was discovered by a geologist (ahem!) in 1866 and was named as a culture by Monsieur Gabriel de Mortillet according to his system of cave chronology, just like Mousterian, Magdalenian, Gravettian and some more (now, don’t you remember your Prehistory of Europe 101??? *smiles* I’m happy I had the chance to enjoy this class); and is considered as the sub-subject on the Quaternary Prehistory (oh yeah, of course.... what else!)</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Ooookaaay... what the heck is this has to do with needlework? – Would you please wait a sec, I’m making my point, yes!?</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The infamous industries appeared during this period were technologies of tools, beads, bone pins, as well as prehistoric art. One of these findings is: NEEDLE. Yay! People back then made needles out of bone splinters and at first, there was no perforation in one side to hold the ‘thread’. Later on, when they discovered boring tool (obviously to make perforations of some sort), the needles were finally reached their today’s form. They used this tool to join garments, apparently to make clothings warm enough to get through with the Last Glacial Maximum (maybe that’s the trend back then, if we compared to today’s Global Warming). Having comfort enough clothings and other skills and opportunity, they managed to migrate westward to the Americas – as some scholars have argued. But, a little trivia here, that Straus did not concur with the hypothesis. He said that the timeline during the LGM and the development of Clovis culture in the Americas did not match at all. Plus, he argued that the Clovis people did not consume marine fish or mammals and that the Solutreans ate food from land-based hunting and resources of littoral and riverine, but never oceanic ones. (I’m sorry, what?) Okay, overall, he did not agree because, the Solutreans lived 5,000 years prior to the Clovis and the distance of more than 5,000 kms was definitely a trouble (ref: “<a href="http://archaeology.about.com/od/skthroughsp/qt/solutrean_clovi.htm">The Solutrean-Clovis Connection</a>”). [I am writing this, but I don’t get the arguments... LOL]</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Needlework, Dee... Needlework.... </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Yes yes... I am simply amazed how a simple small tool from tens of thousands years ago is still sitting on my sewing table and am using it almost every day to sew. The thought of that at first this tool functioned as an important gadget to make clothings to get through the day (unlike your Bl***berries, which is totally out-of-contextually unimportant, depending on your needs [read: needs to follow trends]) – and today, needles and needlework are considered to be a part of haberdashery, for leisure and/or therapeutical reasons. Imagine if they hadn’t thought of joining garments (read: sew), there might not be any Solutreans or Clovis culture, considering if the hypothesis is correct. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The wonder of archaeology... </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-9142091546182522406?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-66284941436509232752011-12-23T12:38:00.005Z2011-12-23T13:06:35.148ZI have to come to terms with my ability to FORGET important things such as the styloid process of the radius where the extensor muscle is attached and that feature in the medial part of the radius where the pronator teres is attached!! Grrr....<br /><br />Okaaay, the STORY is:<br /><br />Yesterday I was back with skeletal remains, AGAIN, in the lab, <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/musc.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 160px; height: 160px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/musc.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>and I was assigned to catalogue some findings from Kalimantan, 1998. As I have guessed, the labels on the bad did not specify the name of the bone, let alone the anatomical siding to it. So, I had to OPEN ALL of the bags and re-label them accordingly, as a good ready reckon. Or... as I THOUGHT as a good ready reckon. Bags after bags were opened and all the images flashed in my mind was about the bone quizzes I have been through during my Sheffield days. The difference is: back then, I can at least score 19 out of 25 bone fragments. Today: I stopped about 25 minutes to figure out a coronoid process of the ulna! [****; ****; ****; all 4-letter words of curse go here] I don't even remember if <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brachialis">brachialis </a>goes there or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extensor_carpi_ulnaris">extensor carpi ulnaris</a> or if it's <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flexor_digitorum_profundus">flexor digitorum profundus</a> or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extensor_pollicis_brevis">extensor pollicis brevis</a>. Crap! Whatever happened to my failed love affair with <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Muscular-System-Manual-Flashcards-Coloring/dp/032303473X/ref=sr_1_10?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1324643926&amp;sr=1-10">Muscolino</a>, who hasn't been so easy on Latinising (!?) my brain to memorise all those jargons and terms and names of the whatever muscle there is in our hands!!! our own TWO hands!! grrr.... I was so mad at myself.<br /><br />Anyways, analysing osteologically, I was tempted to open that wildly-blinking-and-oh-so-inviting Tim White's <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Human-Bone-Manual-Tim-White/dp/0120884674/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1324644398&amp;sr=1-1">Human Bone Manual</a>. But I resisted!!!! for FIVE MINUTES. Yeah, I had to take a peek.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/whit.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 189px; height: 189px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/whit.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />Seriously, I had all the -ists as my interest and ability:<br />1. Deltiolog<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span> -- guess what I stopped collecting postcards for quite some times now, after moving back to Indonesia<br /><br />2. Philatel<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span> -- this stopped as well as I stopped the one above.<br /><br />3. Archaeolog<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span> -- as far as I know I am still a wannabe. [sarcastic laughs and mockery go here....] And that I should start to realise how the fact that I have been studying this subject for nearly a DECADE (sheeeesh!!!) doesn't make me one! [a louder sarcastic mockery laugh goes here]<br /><br />4. Osteolog<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span> -- [even LOUDER sarcastic laugh may go here!!] what was I thinking!?!?<br /><br />5. Femin<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span> -- oh come on, comprehension of the concept doesn't make me like <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simone_De_Beauvoir">Simone de Beauvoir</a>! I am pretty submissive when it comes to the right guy [yeah, not the right-now guy].<br /><br />6. Natural<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span> -- to be honest, I have never EVER finished <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Origin-Species-Natural-Selection-Editions/dp/0486450066/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1324645207&amp;sr=1-3">On The Origin of Species</a>. Would I be able to self-claim myself as a naturalist? [eyes rolled, self-mockery smile]<br /><br />7. Chauvin<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span>, national<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span>, oportun<span style="font-weight: bold;">ist</span>. -- That I do. Oh Gosh, these are the three things I'm actually good at! [mwaaaaaahahahhahahhaaa]<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6628494143650923275?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-26310207195144140692011-12-20T17:18:00.002Z2011-12-20T17:29:47.501ZOH GOD, I REALLY REALLY WANT TO EAT THESE STUFF NOW!!! not at the same time though.... one at a time, in their perfect rows.<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://whosoeverdesires.wordpress.com/2011/05/23/fish-chips-on-fridays/"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/fc.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bfeedme.com/grilled-eggplant-panini-recipe/"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/pnn.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://whatdidyoueat.typepad.com/what_did_you_eat/2008/02/ppn-cannelloni.html"><img style="width: 483px; height: 320px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/cann.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/tm.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://meatandbakery.saraleefoodservice.com/Products/Bakery/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=352"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/blog%20baru%20bro/chss.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2631020719514414069?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-61254054156763784752011-12-20T13:08:00.004Z2011-12-20T13:56:13.686ZThis not-so-humongous mount has been on my ambitious list of traveling, and not only that, I did intend to climb on it. After all those teenager years I have been dreaming and dreaming and dreaming, listening to the news that it spewed ashes several times during my dream-time, and there the opportunity landed on my lap: I was about to visit Krakatau, with some dearest friends of mine. OH HAPPY DAY.<br /><br />It was one quite tiring and adventurous trip (<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">aside from that Cirebon thingie which is very touristy and luxurious</span>) in ways I loved and admired. I got to sunbath myself crazy I got high level of sunburn for nearly three months afterwards, I got to lay on the beach and read my Clive Barker novel, I got to be wet in a way that is unexplainably scary to me (I have fear of ocean, not beach, though), I got the next-to-best sunsets and sunrise, and that one boat ride that nearly threw me out as the heavy tide. But the best thing is to spend that wonderful 2 days with my lovely circle of friends.<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: georgia;font-size:180%;" >Krakatoa y Isla de Sebesi</span><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 549px; height: 343px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed20.jpg" border="0" /><br />TOUCHDOWN!!!! We've landed at the feet of Krakatoa and were getting ready to half-summit the mighty mount. Believe me, I saw the smokes... seems like I am not the only one who's smoking here.<br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 305px; height: 203px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed19.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 307px; height: 203px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed17.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />Posing and posing and climbing and got fooled by the black ashes of Krakatoa. This by far is the hardest trek ever... no trees nor warungs to stop at, only several bushes survived the previous spew and lots and lots and lots of volcanic materials all around me. Does that scares me? HELL NO. Climb up, bitch!!!<br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 216px; height: 326px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed18.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 219px; height: 327px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed16.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />Again, posing is a must!!! I was disoriented for a while, but this guy -he managed to pulled my motivation to its limit and got me to the half-summit. THANK YOU! and for the water, too..... :P<br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 224px; height: 334px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed15.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 353px; height: 234px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed14.jpg" border="0" /><br />Did you see that?!? Barely any vegetation available around us and it's fecking HOT.<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 352px; height: 233px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed13.jpg" border="0" /> <br />Die perfekte Sonnenuntergang im L'ile Sebesi. This pays off EVERYTHING!<br /><br /><br /> <img style="width: 270px; height: 179px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed11.jpg" border="0" /><br />My favorite siblings: Dinda (left) &amp; her sister, Bunga (right)<br /></div><br /> <br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">IMPORTANT, IMPORTANT!!! MY PERSONAL SANTORINI WAS FOUND IN THE PORT OF CANTI, KALIANDA, SOUTHERN LAMPUNG!!! LOOOOK!!! LOOOOK!!!</span></span><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 435px; height: 289px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed1.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 248px; height: 369px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed2.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />Let's just pretend it IS Santorini, before I set foot on the real thing!!!!<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 231px; height: 346px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed3.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 229px; height: 343px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed4.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />Little Sebesi and Grandeur Sebesi... whatever... BEACH<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 360px; height: 239px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed5.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 356px; height: 236px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed6.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />We scored some new friends, too!!! :)<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 502px; height: 333px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed7.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />How perfect is this view, no??! Ooooohhhh.... just leave me there and I would be happy!!<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 434px; height: 258px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed21.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />Shut up. Yes. I befriended the ABKs on board. I was bored. I needed information on how to get there in a more cheaper way. So I befriended them.<br /></div><br /><br />It has been a while since we did a trip together, I wasn't actually expecting it to be smooth. I thought there would be frictions and whatnots in between. But, I am happy I was wrong. TOTAL WRONG. Below, are the leftovers of more wonderful memories with my friends. You guys showed me the meaning of being a true KAMAer. Love you til death do us part!<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 406px; height: 269px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Krakatoa%202011/ed12.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />[[hey guys, guess what? You're all NOT the part of my past!]]<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6125405415676378475?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-9553224725023422142011-12-20T11:25:00.008Z2011-12-20T13:25:37.561Z<span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">I didn't know what to say about this trip because I went half-heartedly and got what I deserved, flatlined touristy trip. I</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"> </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">WILL </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">- and I say, </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">WILL</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"> - return and write more about the history and whatnots about this small city and it's colonial leftovers, but not right now. I will only post pictures. Any suggestions on what you wanna hear about Cirebon? As far as I remember, this city had been mentioned quite a lot when I took the Islamic-Colonial Architecture 101 @ the college, but meh, I did it only to pass and add more credits to my transcript. See how I get more and more cynical about life everyday? Hahahahaha... enjoy!<br /><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed9.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed9.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed4.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed4.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed8.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 170px; height: 120px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed8.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed6.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 170px; height: 120px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed6.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed5.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 194px; height: 266px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed5.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed7.jpg"> </a> <img style="width: 188px; height: 267px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed7.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><center><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed32.jpg" height="200" width="150" border="0" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed27.jpg" height="200" width="150" border="0" /><br /><br /><img style="width: 168px; height: 225px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed25.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 171px; height: 228px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed24.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><img style="width: 212px; height: 158px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed35.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 230px; height: 161px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed34.jpg" border="0" /><br />***<br /><br /><img style="width: 215px; height: 150px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed33.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 224px; height: 150px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed31.jpg" border="0" /><br />***<br /><br /><img style="width: 220px; height: 150px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed30.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 211px; height: 150px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed29.jpg" border="0" /><br />***<br /><br /><img style="width: 220px; height: 150px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed31.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 234px; height: 150px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed26.jpg" border="0" /><br />***<br /><br /><img style="width: 254px; height: 163px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed23.jpg" border="0" /> <img style="width: 268px; height: 164px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Cirebon2011/ed28.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">on most visits to any sites here in the city of Cirebon, I enjoyed the bright colours that they flaunt anywhere, from billboards, batik designs, clothings, fences, and even trash bins. An obvious characteristic of coastal settlements in the northern shore of Java. Moreover, I know that my camera fell in love with the splurge of colours literally EVERYWHERE. Will I go back to Cirebon? Hell YEAH!! With my own pace and style.... with NO FLAT LINED TOURISTY PEOPLE AROUND ME. </span><br /></center></div><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-955322472502342214?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-42753050666883598332011-12-19T18:21:00.004Z2011-12-19T18:39:22.269ZI have loved Lara Fabian since I was 14 or something and discovered this song during my admiration to her. This one, featuring Gigi D'Alessio, is one perfect unrequited love song that I am dedicating to my-ehm-'soulmate'(?!). Gosh, so many punctuation to describe him. LOL. My Italian is soooo rusty to notice other sentences than 'la donna che vorrei' but I have a feeling this is not a sweet-candy love song. Bwahahhahaha... and my ever broken French recognised some words that perfectly made for my current feelings. Moreover: I loved the way Lara and Gigi sing this song in reciprocal ways. Maybe this 'conversation' should ever happen between me and the Darling.<br />Listen and read the lyrics. ;)<br /><br />Anyways, darling...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Non ha senso stare qui a parlare<br />quel che vorrei dire lo sai già<br />Non c'è proprio niente da salvare<br />forse solo la mia libertà<br />La colpa da che parte sta<br />meglio dividerla a metà<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">J'aurais voulu t'aimer...<br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mais je ne suis pas ces autres</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Qui transforment l'amitié en une histoire d'amour</span><br />Je ne supporterais jamais<br />Te perdre alors pour te garder<br />Je vais tout te dire<br /><br />La donna che vorrei<br />la trovo appena te ne vai<br />Non ritornare mai<br />lontano più che puoi<br />Sto bene solo quando non<br />Ci sei<br /><br />Mais c'est ce qui déchire qui te fais parler<br />Je préfère l'avenir à ce passé<br />Non ci sarà posto in paradiso<br />loro non ci cascano con te<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Notre histoire vaut bien plus que le seul avenir</span><br />fare l'amore e poi mandarti via<br /><br />La donna che vorrei<br />non ti somiglia un attimo<br />La donna che vorrei<br />fa quello che non fai<br />Le piace stringermi di più<br />se un cielo grigio viene giu<br />sa dare amore<br /><br />Je n'ai pas su t'aimer<br />Pas comme tu me le demandais<br />Pourras-tu me pardonner<br />Sans me détester<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dis-moi qu'entre nous rien n'est brisé </span><br /><br />Bastava una carezza di più<br />per non cadere a testa in giù<br />sul nostro amore<br /><br />Je n'ai pas su t'aimer<br />Je sais le mal que je t'ai fais<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Laisse à cette amitié le droit de réparer</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Et dis-moi comment faire pour te garder</span><br /><br />Però non sei la donna che vorrei...<br /><br /><center><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/wtpYw5MAhXk?fs=1" allowfullscreen="" width="480" frameborder="0" height="270"></iframe></center><br />|| taken from youtube.com || of course..... where else?<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:78%;">ps. and if YOU are reading this, dear, mark the words I put in bolds ;) </span><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4275305066688359833?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-37295225179965869682011-12-19T17:16:00.003Z2011-12-19T17:38:54.846ZI am doing this one-square-a-day projects, to mimic the works of <a href="http://attic24.typepad.com">Lucy</a>, whom I really admired.<br />Her work results are ART and her choices of colours are AMAZING. I love every pieces of her work. But, my intentions are more to make these square-a-day as my new idea for a bedspread. Of course it is made for me, since I still have no one worthy enough to dedicate my masterpieces *wink*.<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_1138.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 189px; height: 202px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_1138.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Picture 1. Here's how it looks --- wooot wooot! I love the colours<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_1142.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 228px; height: 152px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_1142.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Picture 2. On close-up *wink*<br />Amaaaayzziiiing.... :P<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Oh... and I found my apparently-it's-a-doily result. LOL. I was meant to make this as a slouchy hat, used half a skein of rayon variagated by BenangRajutQ product, and of course.... rayon is more suitable to make this project as a doily... which, I am using on one of my tables now. *wink*<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_1144.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 293px; height: 197px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_1144.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">UPDATES UPDATES!!!<br />the baby blanket join-up session is already on the run, and oh God, I love how it turns out...! Now all I need is a baby of my own.... LOL<br /></div></div></div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3729522517996586968?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-51989693807789089862011-12-12T03:53:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:54:44.641Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/doyouscareoffmenquiz/results/?result=50">You Are 50% Scary</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/doyouscareoffmenquiz/scary-3.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You're a pretty normal, nice girl... but you definitely have your scary moments.<br /><br />As long as you acknowledge them and apologize, you'll probably keep your guy around.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/doyouscareoffmenquiz/">Do You Scare Off Men?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Free Quizzes for Everyone</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5198969380778908986?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-68608927426923336272011-12-12T03:51:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:53:10.800Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatshouldyoubedrinkingquiz/results/?result=Champagne">You Are a Champagne Drinker</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatshouldyoubedrinkingquiz/champagne.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />A true mystery, no one can quite figure you out. You seem a bit unapproachable. <br /><br />That is, until you start drinking. Then you tend to let loose and enjoy yourself.<br /><br /><br /><br />You're fun to drink with, but it takes you a few drinks to loosen up.<br /><br />You prefer the finer things in life. Life's too short to drink cheap champagne.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatshouldyoubedrinkingquiz/">What Should You Be Drinking?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: We Have a Quiz for Almost Everything</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6860892742692333627?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-14334346481843051772011-12-12T03:49:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:51:24.329Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourfashioncityquiz/results/?result=Paris">Your Fashion City is Paris</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourfashioncityquiz/paris.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You always look amazing, but you never look like you put too much effort in to it. And you probably didn't!<br /><br />You believe that fashion is all about classic looks, and you shun all silly trends.<br /><br /><br /><br />You appreciate finer quality items, but you would never have anything with a huge label on it. That's just tacky.<br /><br />You never want your look to seem like it was bought in a store. You always have something in your closet to make your outfit uniquely you.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourfashioncityquiz/">What's Your Fashion City?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Cheaper Than a Therapist</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1433434648184305177?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-75297176032066002292011-12-12T03:48:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:49:39.530Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourcreativepowerquiz/results/?result=Logic">Your Creative Power is Your Logic</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourcreativepowerquiz/logic.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You're the type of person who is great at execution. You don't just dream about ideas - you make them happen!<br /><br />You are idealistic and determined, but you are also a realist. You only undertake projects you're pretty sure you can finish.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are a natural problem solver, and you actually think better when you're being challenged.<br /><br />You do best when you work by yourself or when you're in charge. You ideas are big, dramatic, and the best.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourcreativepowerquiz/">What's Your Creative Power?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">The First Rule of Blogthings Is: You Don't Talk About Blogthings</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7529717603206600229?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-52416489995809319312011-12-12T03:47:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:48:28.947Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/thecoffeecravingtest/results/?result=5">You Are Outspoken</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thecoffeecravingtest/coffee-5.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a confident person who doesn't second guess big decisions. You trust yourself to know what's right.<br /><br />You are happy to share your ideas about any subject. You don't mind expressing controversial opinions.<br /><br /><br /><br />You know where you want to go and how you're going to get there. You are very goal directed.<br /><br />You are extremely motivated and driven. People wonder where you get all your energy from.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thecoffeecravingtest/">The Coffee Craving Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Our Quizzes Weren't Written By Bored 12 Year Olds</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5241648999580931931?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-86598855451413294732011-12-12T03:46:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:47:42.824Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatforestanimalareyouquiz/results/?result=Deer">You Are a Deer</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatforestanimalareyouquiz/deer.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are trusting of yourself and others. You give people the benefit of the doubt.<br /><br />You are grateful for this life you've been given. You feel blessed for what you have.<br /><br /><br /><br />You see the world through the eyes of a child. You are rarely cynical or jaded.<br /><br />You are unselfconscious and totally natural in your behavior. You are free-spirited.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatforestanimalareyouquiz/">What Forest Animal Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: A Fine Line Between Insight and Stupidity</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8659885545141329473?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-79455938748108510092011-12-12T03:45:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:46:00.563Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/thecappuccinotest/results/?result=3">You Are Bold</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thecappuccinotest/cappuccino-3.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You enjoy debating issues. You often can see both sides, and you like to play devil's advocate.<br /><br />You don't like to control or be controlled. You value autonomy, especially your own.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are flexible and spontaneous. You're willing to change your plans on a moment's notice.<br /><br />Happy to be the center of attention, you love to tell stories and show off.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thecappuccinotest/">The Cappuccino Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Take a Quiz. Annoy Your Friends.</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7945593874810851009?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-91460714946831051952011-12-12T03:43:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:44:47.598Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsortoffashionableareyouquiz/results/?result=Elegantly">You Are Elegantly Fashionable</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsortoffashionableareyouquiz/elegant.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You always look good, and you look like you didn't put too much effort into it either.<br /><br />When it comes to fashion, you believe that less is more... well, except for the price tag!<br /><br /><br /><br />You're the type to buy a few well crafted, upscale items to build the base of your wardrobe. <br /><br />You go for the real deal. You don't like anything that looks cheap or fake.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsortoffashionableareyouquiz/">What Sort of Fashionable Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Work is Hard. Time for Blogthings!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-9146071494683105195?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-46614877243962526572011-12-12T03:41:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:43:05.079Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatpartofbakingareyouquiz/results/?result=Rolling">You Are the Rolling</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatpartofbakingareyouquiz/rolling.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are on your own time table. You hate being confined to strict schedules<br /><br />You have been through a lot, and it's hard to shake you. You can deal with most things that come your way.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are secretly a rebel. You need space and freedom to do things your own way.<br /><br />You are full of wonder and curiosity. You feel a strong connection to the world.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatpartofbakingareyouquiz/">What Part of Baking Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Take a Quiz. Annoy Your Friends.</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4661487724396252657?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-22279508757464529382011-12-12T03:39:00.000Z2011-12-12T03:41:45.597Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatspiceisyoursoulquiz/results/?result=Peppermint">Your Soul's Spice is Peppermint</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatspiceisyoursoulquiz/peppermint.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are outgoing, talkative, and incredibly social. You love swapping stories and jokes.<br /><br />You say whatever is on your mind, and you always speak freely. You definitely have the gift of gab.<br /><br /><br /><br />You have a super optimistic attitude, and you have figured out how to be happy.<br /><br />You are lighthearted and carefree. People can count on you to always make the best of things.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatspiceisyoursoulquiz/">What Spice Is Your Soul?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Waste Time at Work!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2227950875746452938?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-9109057179794738502011-12-09T21:21:00.000Z2011-12-09T21:22:10.958Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/thediagonaltest/results/?result=6">You Are Unique</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thediagonaltest/diagonal-6.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are open minded and a visionary. You understand the world and just may change it.<br /><br />You are knowledgeable and well-read. If no one can teach you, you'll teach yourself.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are innovative and progressive. You come up with a lot of original ideas.<br /><br />You believe that the path not imagined is usually the best path for you. You are a natural contrarian.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thediagonaltest/">The Diagonal Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Work is Hard. Time for Blogthings!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-910905717979473850?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-64622875374773596612011-12-09T21:18:00.000Z2011-12-09T21:21:07.629Z<table width="350" align="center" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td align="center" bg style="color:#EEEEEE;"><br /><span style="color:black; font-size: 14pt;font-family:Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;" ><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatcoloroftherainbowareyouquiz/results/?result=Blue">You Are Blue</a></strong><br /></span></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatcoloroftherainbowareyouquiz/blue.jpg" height="100" width="100" /></center><br /><span style="color:#000000;"><br />You believe the key to living a good life is simple. Be as honest with yourself and others as possible.<br /><br />You value the truth over everything else. You will remain loyal to those who are honest with you, even if their honesty hurts.<br /><br /><br /><br />Compared to most people, you handle the truth well. You take every event in stride. You are the calm spot in a sea of chaos.<br /><br />You think the solution to most problems is open communication. You wish that people would be more real with each other.<br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatcoloroftherainbowareyouquiz/">What Color of the Rainbow Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Cheaper Than a Therapist</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6462287537477359661?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-19083846665491555162011-12-09T09:45:00.004Z2011-12-09T10:21:18.878Zoh wow... 6 months producing 4 scarves!! awesome. I have only 3 on pictures though. Sorry, I left the other one in my car, and I am too lazy to get it and take picture of it. LOL.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0715.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 203px; height: 297px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0715.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0711.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 207px; height: 297px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0711.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;">(Scarf One. Rainbow Checkerboard)<br />This is my FIRST EVER finished project since I started crocheting again. I loved how it turned out to be. I used cotton thread bought from my friend's mum who sells yarns and immediately picked this wonderful rainbow coloured ones. Working on the fringe? Hell yeah it's tedious! Haha, but it's awesome. Plus, it is very warm indeed to be worn. Perfect for rainy season (in the tropical belt) or autumny slash wintry season (in a more northern belt of the globe). Is it for sale? Hmm.. maybe. Check back with me.<br /><br />***<br />The checkerboard scarves were done by using the basic pattern of multiple 5+3, dc in 4th ch, dc in the next 3 ch, ch 1, sk 1 ch, dc in the next 4ch. and so on and so on... for edging, oh please do get creative! You can shell it, and then fringe it, or you can just chain more to dangle the fringes, whatever, do what you like. :)<br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0709.jpg"></a><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0709.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 318px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0709.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0717.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 316px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0717.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />(Scarf Two. Autumn Checkerboard)<br />This one is DEFINITELY NOT FOR SALE. I am wearing them. LOL. I have not finished the fringing end of this scarf though, because I am running out of the yarn of the same colour. I gave one skein to a friend as a present. Don't worry, I can always shop.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0713.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 248px; height: 362px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0713.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />(Scarf Three. Purple Chains)<br />I used the most basic technique in crocheting to make this one: chaining. This is my technique-warm-up scarf, but in the end I finished this one last. LOL. Now that I am not confused any longer with the double-crochet or single-crochet or half-double-crochet, I am more hooked to double-crochet. I bought the yarn for this one in a craft store nearby my house. I loved the rayon,but it's waaaay too EXPENSIVE price for one skein, which got a carton in the middle of it. Yeeck! I'm never gonna buy on that place anymore. Lucky enough, they also don't have a lot of colour options. Not my loss. This one is NOT FOR SALE because I did some errors finishing it. One side of the end is not symmetrical to the other one. I like it though, and people hasn't been noticing it when I wear it.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Scarf Four is actually interesting as I was experimenting with shell motif and LOVED every minute working on it. But yeah, maybe I'll put up on this blog sometimes later, when I am not lazy enough to get that scarf from my car. LOL<br /></div><br /><br />TOODLES!!<br />xo. Dee<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1908384666549155516?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-32321544193173299832011-12-09T09:00:00.003Z2011-12-09T09:21:35.167ZOkay,<br />so this is the post where I am supposed to explain and elaborate on how do I actually work on my baby blanket project. As you may have already read, I am applying the techniques of classic granny squares to all the squares that I will join into one huge blanket; as huge as <span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">130cm x 91cm.</span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0701.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 287px; height: 218px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0701.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Each squares are done in 10 rounds of granny pattern which equals to 13cm x 13cm, if using the rayon yarn I bought from a local yarn seller. I have been in love with her type of rayon yarn since EVER!! and to think that she got a whole lotta colours to choose from is AMAZING. As the centrepiece I am using the variated colours of light blue and pink and as the border, I am using light yellow.<br /><br />There are squares with only 5-rounds of blue-pink and 8-rounds of blue-pink. I want to border ALL these squares with yellow, so I won't have problems when joining them into a blanket.<br /><br />Here's what it looks like for the bordered square:<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0694.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 350px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/CanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0694.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I started sewing them from the centre part of the blanket. I have to prepare 26 pieces of 5-rounds blue-pink squares and the rest is the 8-rounds blue-pink squares to obtain the desired measurements. Long way to go.<br /><br />And, CONFESSION:<br />I have been shopping for new yarn colours AGAIN. :P<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3232154419317329983?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-51333658366639429202011-12-08T22:51:00.004Z2011-12-09T09:23:47.673Z<p style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">I have been re-inventing my passion of crochet. I have been taught to do this time-consuming and finger-breaking craft when I was in JuniorHigh, which was like -what- 13 or 14 years ago... :P *pffft* I owe all of my crafty alter ego to a Mrs. Hesty Hutabarat, who literally whipped me off with crocheting, cross-stitching, pianica skills, cooking skills, smocking skills, and singing practices in a choir. Haha, I could have not imagined my Junior High moments were filled with stuff that I am doing again now. </p><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102);">Okay, so... 6 months ago, I was cleaning up my room and saw one of my masterpieces from Junior High, a crocheted tissue box and I thought: 'why the hell not if I am doing this thing again? I have no job, I have no obvious deadlines (like anyone else do) and I can (maybe, someday) sell my crafts!?' So, without further ado, here I go, crocheting again!! I can't believe it.</span><br /><p style="color: rgb(0, 204, 204);">Of course, being a crazy history buff, I now researched on the origin of crocheting and found out that it was only popular during the 19th century. I was imagining that the earliest form of crocheting would be something using needle-like object made of ivory or stingray or bone tools. LOL. a bit too prehistoric on that. Maybe I was correct, if I was talking about needleworks. Crochet is one kind of the needleworks known in the universe, but certainly not limited to it.<strong><br /></strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"<span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 0);">Needle</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 0);">work</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);"> fo</span><span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 153);">rme</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 102);">d an</span> <span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">impor</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 255, 51);">tant p</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102);">art of w</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">omen’s</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 204, 51);"> lives</span><span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 0);"> in</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 0);">tim</span><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 204);">es pas</span><span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 153);">t</span>." </strong><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">(http://www.crochethistory.com/)</span></span><br /></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><span style="font-size:180%;">Yeah, true.<br /></span></p><p style="color: rgb(51, 204, 0);">Nowadays, hakken en breien are related to granny's jobs. Tsk! These activities are actually therapeutic, to say the least. Not to mention the feeling of ACCOMPLISHMENT when you ACTUALLY finished off a project!! I have had 3 scarves and several work-in-progress happening in my room at the moment. I feel like it's time for this new blog to have some pictures on it, so, I have taken some of my latest projects and am putting up the projects now. I can't believe there would be HUNDREDS or maybe THOUSANDS of crochet patterns available online. I am using <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/" title="Ravelry" target="_blank">Ravelry </a>and my favorite pattern source is from the website of <a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/" title="LionBrand Yarn" target="_blank">Lionbrand Yarn</a>.</p><br /><p style="color: rgb(255, 102, 102);">Okay.. to start off, here are my latest projects:<br /></p><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 0);font-size:180%;" ><strong><span>1. THE AUTUMN BEDSPREAD</span></strong></span><br /><p style="color: rgb(255, 153, 102);"><span style="font-size:85%;">I started off this project inspired by my longing for autumn breeze of Europe. I am using two colours of yarn and two techniques: a. basic granny squares; b. some circle square motif I found on the net. I have sewn several of the squares and by God, it took a LOT of patience sewing than of crocheting!!! LOL. But I am happy on how things turned out. I just have to finish it up. My bed size is 200x120 cm, so I have a loooong way to go, also, I like my bedspread to be dangling from the edge, so I might be making this one larger than Queen size.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESIZECanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0669.jpg" height="150" width="200" align="middle" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESCanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0676.jpg" height="150" width="200" align="middle" /><br /><br /><a href="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESIZECanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0669-1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 274px; height: 188px;" src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESIZECanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0669-1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 51, 204);">These are pictures of my bedspread projects, which I havent joined yet. I'm enjoying every minute of making it, but I have to stop temporarily now, as I haven't bought new yarns with similar colours. *grrr*</span><br /></div><br /><p>Started on: August-ish, 2011<br /></p><p>Level of difficulty: Easy ++<br /></p><p>Additional skill needed: sewing! NEATLY! LOL</p>Reason of not finishing: I ran out of the yarns and haven't ordered more.<span><strong><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);font-size:180%;" >2. THE BABY BLANKET</span></strong></span><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);font-size:180%;" ><br /></span><p style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);">Last night I suddenly have the urges of idea to make a baby blanket. No no no, I am not pregnant *smirk*, I just love the colours. I am combining the colours of cyan blue, pink, and light yellow.</p><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESIZECanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0663.jpg" height="200" width="150" align="middle" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESIZECanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0662.jpg" height="200" width="150" align="middle" /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 204, 0);font-size:85%;" >This project settles in my lap at the moment. I love the colours and I love the feel of the yarn in my needle. Good news: I just ordered the same polycoloured yarn off the store for 4 more skeins. I'm on fire!! ---- and they're cheap, as in AFFORDABLE.<br /></span></div><br /><p>Started on: 6th December 2011</p>Level of difficulty: Easy ++<br /><p>Additional skill needed: sewing! NEATLY! LOL</p>Reason of not finishing: it's in progress and I am working on it still.<br /><p style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"><span style="font-size:180%;"><strong><br /></strong></span></p><p style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"><span style="font-size:180%;"><strong>3. THE HALF GRANNY SQUARE SHAWL</strong></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESCanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0683.jpg" height="150" width="200" align="middle" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESCanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0684.jpg" height="200" width="150" align="middle" /><br /></div><p style="color: rgb(204, 102, 0);"><span style="font-size:85%;">Sheeeeesh... the things that I have to do to finish off this project seem like a burden. I have put this project on hold and I dont know when will I pick up the pace again. Of course, it's rainy season and I can finish it off anytime I want, but every time I measured it to myself, it doesn't ever seem to reach my preference of length! I keep on adding skeins of yarn afterwards. Tsk!! then being lazy continuing. LOL. Typical me, I guess.</span></p>Started on: August-ish, 2011<br /><p>Level of difficulty: Easy ++</p>Additional skill needed: edging.<br /><p>Reason of not finishing: I'm bored. I love the colour textures, but sometimes I feel it's too bland.</p><span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 0);font-size:180%;" ><br /></span><p style="color: rgb(153, 51, 0);"><span style="font-size:180%;"><strong>4. THE DAZZLER OF AUTUMN</strong></span></p><span><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Crochet%20Projects/RESCanonEOS400DDIGITAL-IMG_0677.jpg" height="200" width="150" align="right" /></span>One of those latest projects. Easy peasy scarf that I have to finish before January, because I am planning to wear it on the January's conference in Thailand. ;)<br /><p>Started on: one week ago, December 2011.</p>Level of difficulty: Easy ++<br /><p>Additional skill needed: adding fringes... this skill is much more time consuming that I had previously thought!! LOL... but, in order to get the best result, some times, the most tedious work has to be done.<br /></p>Reason of not finishing: On-going in between the baby blanket. Remember the <span style="font-size:130%;">DEADLINE</span><br /><p>OH-KAAAAAAAAAAAAY....</p>Have you had enough of my crochet ramblings??? LOL. I will definitely put up updates and whatnots about the continuation of these projects.<br /><p style="text-align: right;">Taraah!</p><div style="text-align: right;">xo- Dee</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5133365836663942920?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-14366058831858460412011-12-08T22:46:00.003Z2011-12-09T07:21:38.841Z<p>I have been to this island, maybe hundreds of times. No, I am exaggerating! LOL. But yes, I have been to this place so many times and I have enjoyed EVERY time I went there, including this time. I was surrounded by newfound friends and ‘family’ members and I have had a blast. This trip was done some times around May 2011, I think. I sort of lost the track of time, nowadays. I haven’t found time to type up the journey, as usually done, and I think this time if perfect, with the presence of my new blog.</p>I know I am not an archaeology student anymore, but at the time of this trip was arranged, I was sooo desperate for beaches. I am usually calm when on the beach, reading, crocheting, or whatnot and I can be CALMER when the beach is surrounded by archaeological features. <a name='more'></a> In Onrust, I have both. What’s left of the archaeologist in me is the feeling, not the job. *shrugged* and I believe I have to be satisfied the way it is, so that is why I am not to spoil the opportunity to go.<br /><p>Being an archaeology student, a visit to the Island of Onrust is a MUST. It’s one of the archaeological mosaics splattered around Jakarta. This particular island is special during the Dutch colonisation in Batavia. Trivial fact: Batavia was the sister city of Passau, where my bestfriend once stayed during her studies in Germany. Awesome!</p>Back then, every boat, ship, vessels who wants to enter the port of Batavia must report to this island first. Then, sometimes later, the usage of this island shifted as the exile place for people with leper, they even got a hospital building for this purpose, which of course, now lay in ruins. Then during the 40s, the govt changed the usage of this island to a quarantine mess for pilgrims who were about to sail to Mecca.<br /><p>Of course, of course.... colonial buildings usually correlated with ghost stories and no wonder we do HAVE several here as well. Weird things happened and I just got used to it, I don’t think it’s as something weird anymore. Seeing doppelganger is one of the most frequent stories heard. Plus, there is a woman buried in the graveyard by the name of Maria, who is said to be haunting the island, DAILY. What a chore, Juffrouw!! LOL<br /></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Oh my God, yes yes.. I <span style="font-weight: bold; font-family:verdana;font-size:180%;" >will </span>tell you how to get there!!<br /></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Sheeesh!<br /></p><p>If you’re following our usual route, you would have to go to a port called Kamal and rent a boat there or get someone to sail you to Onrust. You would usually be asked to pay around Rp. 30,000 per person to get to the island. DO NOT FORGET to ask WHEN they can pick you up to sail back to the mainland, unless you really fell in love with Maria and decided to stay longer there. You could also ask the boat that sails you there to take you on the surrounding islands with colonial ruins as well, such as Kelor and Cipir islands. And so, here are some pics available from the camera of moi ;)</p><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/036.jpg" height="200" width="150" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/014edit.jpg" height="200" width="150" /><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);font-size:85%;" ><br />here are the pics that I imagined what Onrust would be like during its heyday. Yes of course, I used photoshop, a**hole! HAHAHA</span><br /></div><br /><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/011.jpg" height="200" width="150" /><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><span style="font-size:85%;">I don't know where I had found these two hunter-gatherers!! LOL<br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/086.jpg" height="150" width="200" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/142.jpg" height="150" width="200" /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">The kids, playing on the beach --- or what's left of it.<br /><br /><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/147.jpg" height="150" width="200" /> <span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"></span></span><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/069.jpg" height="150" width="200" /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">Sunset @ Onrust, 2011</span></span><br /></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/017.jpg" height="150" width="200" /> <img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/008-1.jpg" height="150" width="200" /><br /></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);"><span style="font-size:85%;">Us, the Hura Hura Team (left); Doy and me, tried to cook.... look at that fat byotch! (right)</span></p> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i1184.photobucket.com/albums/z327/deetjitrosoman/Onrust%202011/001.jpg" height="150" width="200" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">Closing up the trip with perfect sunrise from my &lt;<bed>&gt;, the Wavebreaker.</bed></span></span><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1436605883185846041?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-2105167091949120612011-02-01T20:02:00.000Z2011-02-01T20:04:31.402ZYou Are the Moon<br />Some may find you to be a bit harsh, but if anything you are a realist.<br />You are a loner and prefer to keep to yourself. You are shy, but you're also naturally introverted.<br /><br />Those who get to know you appreciate your practical, no-nonsense approach to life.<br />You may not be warm and fuzzy, but you are extremely caring in your own way.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-210516709194912061?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-88234393230151696232011-02-01T20:00:00.000Z2011-02-01T20:02:18.235ZYou Are Self-Aware<br />You are a deeply introspective person. You believe that the most important thing is to be true to yourself.<br />You are quite vulnerable, but only because you work hard to let down your walls.<br /><br />You are emotionally honest at all costs. You know how to express your truth.<br />You have a serious side, but you also can be uproariously funny. You have a good sense of irony.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8823439323015169623?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-7949391901360457882010-10-27T08:48:00.004+01:002010-10-27T09:02:33.206+01:00I am currently stationed in Jogjakarta until the 2nd of November. Apparently I was meant to witness a fine geological event as the Mount Merapi decided to erupted yesterday evening ca. 5pm local time. <br /><br />I also got to witness the very example of dedication and deep belief of one decent old man called Mbah Maridjan, who was famous as the caretaker of this mount. Some people might called him silly for not evacuating to the designated place, but in my opinion, we should learn something from his strong will to stay up there, nearby the eruption point. <br /><br />I can understand why he wanted to stay and possibly die there. It's an example of loyalty and responsibility. He was born and raised there, I dont find it's crazy if he also wanted to die there. Maybe I would do the same -- in a different level and manner, but I understand the whole concept of infatuation, loyalty, and responsibility. I admire that of Mbah Marijan. He didnt seem to care what people are saying to him, and what he got was his belief and dedication. <br /><br />I secretly cried last night when I heard the news that he might not survived the volcanic ash flow from the eruption. I cried because there are less and less people like him living in Indonesia, who truly beliefs in what has been put upon their shoulders and willingly died for all the concepts of life they got. <br /><br />So, people who thinks that he's stupid enough not to evac immediately, please think again.... are we willing to do the same for a simple small responsibility and whole-heartedly stand up for it?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-794939190136045788?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-62321731455612002782010-10-23T10:04:00.001+01:002010-10-23T10:04:41.476+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whattypeofwritershouldyoubequiz/results/?result=SciFi">You Should Be a Science Fiction Writer</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whattypeofwritershouldyoubequiz/sci-fi.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />Your ideas are very strange, and people often wonder what planet you're from.<br /><br />And while you may have some problems being "normal," you'll have no problems writing sci-fi.<br /><br />Whether it's epic films, important novels, or vivid comics...<br /><br />Your own little universe could leave an important mark on the world!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whattypeofwritershouldyoubequiz/">What Type of Writer Should You Be?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Waste Time at Work!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6232173145561200278?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-37166090678466079322010-10-23T09:40:00.000+01:002010-10-23T09:44:04.262+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/themansiontest/results/?result=2">You Dream of a Luxurious Life</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/themansiontest/mansion-2.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />It's likely that you need a little more pampering and indulgence in your life. You need to be taken care of.<br /><br />You'd love a day of luxury - where time and price didn't matter. You'd like to soak in some comfort.<br /><br /><br /><br />You work hard, and you want to reward yourself with some treats. Life is too short to be too stingy.<br /><br />You have good taste. You can't help it if you like nice things!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/themansiontest/">The Mansion Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: A Fine Line Between Insight and Stupidity</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3716609067846607932?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-57954157641756553292010-10-06T17:45:00.002+01:002010-10-06T17:46:45.119+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/theteaoracle/results/?rone=2&rtwo=2&rthree=2&rfour=2">You Appreciate Life's Sweetest Moments</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/theteaoracle/tea.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a great compromiser. You can deal with personalities of every flavor, and you're good at making sure each person has a say.<br /><br /><br /><br />You have a well formed personality. You love who you are, and you wouldn't change a thing about yourself.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are an optimist, and you never give up hope. You're always seeing the bright side of things.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are energetic and downright hyper. All sorts of ideas and opportunities excite you.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/theteaoracle/">The Tea Oracle</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: 100's of Fun, Free Quizzes and 3 Stupid Ones</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5795415764175655329?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-27135906317479251872010-10-06T17:45:00.001+01:002010-10-06T17:45:46.017+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatcolorshouldyoustayawayfromquiz/results/?result=Orange">You Should Stay Away From Orange</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatcolorshouldyoustayawayfromquiz/orange.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are an ingenious and creative person. You know how to make the best of any situation.<br /><br />You are imaginative and deep. You know what matters to you, and you are able to live a rich and full life.<br /><br /><br /><br />Orange sometimes represents both frustration and immaturity. You're wise enough to know to not ever give up.<br /><br />Orange also can mean superficiality, and there isn't a superficial bone in your body. You stay away from anything that's too frivolous.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatcolorshouldyoustayawayfromquiz/">What Color Should You Stay Away From?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">The First Rule of Blogthings Is: You Don't Talk About Blogthings</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2713590631747925187?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-60538283723061073692010-10-06T17:43:00.001+01:002010-10-06T17:45:01.992+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourgrownupstereotypequiz/results/?result=Extrovert">You Are The Extrovert</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourgrownupstereotypequiz/extrovert.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You have a huge circle of friends, and you're always adding to your crew. You love to be around other people.<br /><br />You are fun-loving and well-rounded. You enjoy most activities, and you find little reason to complain.<br /><br /><br /><br />You get along with almost anyone - kids and animals included. You never feel shy in a room full of strangers.<br /><br />You are very engaged with and interested in the world around you. People matter a great deal to you.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourgrownupstereotypequiz/">What's Your Grown Up Stereotype?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: A Fine Line Between Insight and Stupidity</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6053828372306107369?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-61696248059843777112010-10-06T17:41:00.000+01:002010-10-06T17:43:27.453+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/whathawaiianislandareyouquiz/results/?result=Big">You Are the Big Island</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whathawaiianislandareyouquiz/big-island.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You want an exciting vacation with lots of variety, and the Big Island can offer that to you.<br /><br />You'll be tickled by the Big Islands jungles, lava, and snow capped mountains. Perfect for an adventurous soul like you.<br /><br /><br /><br />You like to travel off the beaten path. You'll love exploring the Big Island by day and tucking into a quaint bed and breakfast at night.<br /><br />The Big Island will challenge everything you think you know about Hawaii, and you'll come home with lots of amazing stories to tell!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whathawaiianislandareyouquiz/">What Hawaiian Island Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Quizzes and Tests and Memes, Oh My!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6169624805984377711?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-74147735353190523212010-10-06T17:39:00.000+01:002010-10-06T17:41:04.238+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong><a href="http://blogthings.com/thechocolateoracle/results/?rone=1&rtwo=4&rthree=3">The Chocolate Oracle Says You're Creative</a></strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thechocolateoracle/chocolate.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are unique, creative, and fascinating. <br /><br />You don't do what's expected of you.<br /><br />You go for what's unknown and uncharted.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are emotionally expressive and sensitive.<br /><br />You're effected by everything around you.<br /><br />Your friends appreciate your open heart, but they are afraid of hurting your feelings.<br /><br /><br /><br />You love to be the center of attention. You enjoy entertaining your friends.<br /><br />You feel lost when no one is interested in you... You're too interesting to be ignored.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thechocolateoracle/">The Chocolate Oracle</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Work is Hard. Time for Blogthings!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7414773535319052321?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-78535351297160517752010-08-08T14:21:00.001+01:002010-08-08T14:22:45.023+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are a Geek</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/areyouanerdorageekquiz/geek.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You definitely have some nerdy ways, but you've evolved into something way cooler - a geek.<br /><br />You are free spirited and quirky. You're proud of who you are, and you've got style.<br /><br /><br /><br />You may not fit in completely, but you don't have any problems socializing. <br /><br />You're witty, smart, and very knowledgable. You believe that everyone should embrace their inner geek!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/areyouanerdorageekquiz/">Are You A Nerd or a Geek?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Learn Something Surprising About Yourself</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7853535129716051775?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-26846819054383683982010-08-08T14:20:00.001+01:002010-08-08T14:20:53.950+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Honey Lemonade</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatflavorlemonadeareyouquiz/honey.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are honest and true. You are a bit of a romantic.<br /><br />You want to connect on a deep level. You value people for who they are and always enjoy a long talk.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are trustworthy and loyal. You will keep someone's deepest, darkest secret.<br /><br />You are happy to be who you are. You love and accept yourself completely.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatflavorlemonadeareyouquiz/">What Flavor Lemonade Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">The First Rule of Blogthings Is: You Don't Talk About Blogthings</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2684681905438368398?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-39397244074997716452010-08-08T14:13:00.002+01:002010-08-08T14:27:55.081+01:00What i like about Ken Follett’s two series of Pillars of The Earth and World Without End is that these books could take me off of the reality that I am in and brought me to travel back in time to where sex is transparent but taboo, where women’s gowns were sweeping off the dirt below, when horse is expensive and exclusive to certain class of peasants, when love potion is popular to be included to execute a relationship. <br /><br />Reading Pillars of The Earth for the first time was no pain at all. I loved every page, quickly turning them to find out the conclusion of each chapters, which didn’t exist, and cried or smiled or laughed at every scene described meticulously by this amazing writer. I know, I did not remember any characters within that book at this moment, there were plenty of them, but what amazed me was how he created so much character and still have a story for their lives. And the way he put the law of six degrees onto each character was really good. I just don’t want to be the character on his writings. He tossed and turned the emotions of the characters as well as the readers, which is not cool, although it does make a good story. Ha..<br /><br /><center><img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/pillars.jpg" border=0></img><br /><img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/worldwithoutend.jpg" border=0></img></center><br /><br />The same thing happened in World Without End, a book much much thicker than Pillars of The Earth and I only got to page 285. I already found tragedy, love, love potion, church building, conflicts within the monastery, the fall of Kingsbridge’s bridge, etc. I was torn apart when Gwenda’s father numerously tried to sell her for twelve shillings, which meant nothing today. I feel Gwenda’s emotion on how she loved Wulfric who longed for Annet’s heart instead, and how Gwenda sacrificed her physical effort to help on Wulfric’s lands – because that’s all she could do to love him. Ah, sad old days... I remembered my own sacrifices. But I didn’t put any love potion onto my love-object’s wine cup. Hahahaha.. Go, Gwenda!! I still have hundreds of pages more to read of this book, but I am pretty sure that I will enjoy every sentence, and I surrendered to the fates of the characters made by Ken Follett. <br />My favourite scene of all -- for the time being, from World Without End, was when Gwenda ran away from the guy who bought her, and when she went back to Kingsbridge, the bridge collapsed! The struggle of the people who walked on top of the bridge, waiting for their turn to enter the Fleece Fair, but were ill-fated to be the victims of the fall of the bridge... it was such an amazing descriptive scene. I adore how Ken Follett captured every emotions of the victims and whoever watches the collapsed bridge. <br />For the record, I already bought another book of Ken Follett: Hornet Flight, got into 25 first pages, and find it rather boring. Maybe because I jumped from the medieval times to when the Nazi was popular. Waaaay off the timeline. I will set aside Hornet Flight, and finished World Without End, and wait for Fall of Giants on September 2010.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3939724407499771645?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-18902513684672811392010-08-06T17:50:00.000+01:002010-08-06T17:51:19.694+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Rain Makes You Happy</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/therainydaytest/rainy-day.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You tend to move slowly, but you still get a lot done. You are steady.<br /><br /><br /><br />You tend to have your head in the clouds. You are a bit absent minded, and you're often lost in your thoughts.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are well prepared for anything life throws at you. You keep your expectations low.<br /><br /><br /><br />You prefer to be around people who are familiar and trusted. Your best friends are your oldest friends.<br /><br /><br /><br />You find peace when you are able to escape a little. Getting outside of yourself helps you find perspective.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/therainydaytest/">The Rainy Day Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Learn Something Surprising About Yourself</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1890251368467281139?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-1583141053660998092010-08-06T17:44:00.000+01:002010-08-06T17:45:08.855+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Don't Need Extra Attention</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/areyouanattentionwhorequiz/attention-1.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You're perfectly happy with who you are, and you don't need attention to feel good about yourself.<br /><br />You prefer to let your actions and accomplishments speak for themselves.<br /><br />Working hard to get people to like you is your idea of a nightmare.<br /><br />You've got a lot going on, and anyone with half a brain will notice that on their own!<br /><br /><br /><br />You come across as: Confident and serious<br /><br /><br /><br />People may wrongly think you're: Stuck up and shy<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/areyouanattentionwhorequiz/">Are You An Attention Whore?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Our Quizzes Weren't Written By Bored 12 Year Olds</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-158314105366099809?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-89199755270845751922010-08-06T17:33:00.000+01:002010-08-06T17:34:36.382+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Dominant Intelligence is Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatkindofintelligencedoyouhavequiz/bodily.gif" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are naturally athletic and coordinated, good at making your mind and body work together.<br /><br />Sports are fun and easy for you, especially those requiring good hand - eye coordination.<br /><br />There's also a good chance you're a great dancer, or good at expressing yourself through body language.<br /><br />You learn best by doing, and you feel like you've always got to be moving (even if it's just your hands).<br /><br /><br /><br />You would make a good athlete, physical education teaches, dancer, actor, firefighter, or artisan.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatkindofintelligencedoyouhavequiz/">What Kind of Intelligence Do You Have?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: 100's of Fun, Free Quizzes and 3 Stupid Ones</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8919975527084575192?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-74737159042921764982010-08-06T17:18:00.000+01:002010-08-06T17:19:23.427+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are 50% Left Brained, 50% Right Brained</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/areyourightorleftbrainedquiz/brain.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />The left side of your brain controls verbal ability, attention to detail, and reasoning.<br /><br />Left brained people are good at communication and persuading others.<br /><br />If you're left brained, you are likely good at math and logic.<br /><br />Your left brain prefers dogs, reading, and quiet.<br /><br /><br /><br />The right side of your brain is all about creativity and flexibility.<br /><br />Daring and intuitive, right brained people see the world in their unique way.<br /><br />If you're right brained, you likely have a talent for creative writing and art.<br /><br />Your right brain prefers day dreaming, philosophy, and sports.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/areyourightorleftbrainedquiz/">Are You Right or Left Brained?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: A Fine Line Between Insight and Stupidity</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7473715904292176498?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-88615304744468125862010-08-06T17:07:00.000+01:002010-08-06T17:10:14.713+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Dominant Thinking Style: Experimenting</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourthinkingstylequiz/experimenting.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You're all about looking at the facts, and you could always use more of them.<br /><br />You see life as your lab - and you're always trying out new things, people, and ideas.<br /><br /><br /><br />The master of mix and match, you're always coming up with unique combinations.<br /><br />You are good at getting a group to reach consensus.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourthinkingstylequiz/">What's Your Thinking Style?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: We Have a Quiz for Almost Everything</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8861530474446812586?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-56686884231353401362010-08-06T15:42:00.003+01:002010-08-06T15:53:40.515+01:00now we'll see if any of the 65 questions i've never been asked for. <br /><br /><br />1. First thing you wash in the shower?<br />shoulders<br /><br />2. What color is your favorite hoodie?<br />black<br /><br />3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again?<br />yea<br /><br />4. Do you plan outfits?<br />always, usually end up with black shirt + jeans<br /><br />5. How are you feeling RIGHT now?<br />spacious and lazy and procrastinating <br /><br />6. What’s the closest thing to you that's red?<br />my comb<br /><br />7. Tell me about the last dream you remember having?<br />i dreamt of Sheffield<br /><br />8. Did you meet anybody new today?<br />no<br /><br />9. What are you craving right now?<br />baking cupcakes<br /><br />10. Do you floss?<br />no<br /><br />11. What comes to mind when I say cabbage?<br />yuck<br /><br />12. Are you emotional?<br />yes<br /><br />13. Have you ever counted to 1,000?<br />why should i?<br /><br />14. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it?<br />lick and bite. hahahahahaha<br /><br />15. Do you like your hair?<br />very muchly<br /><br />16. Do you like yourself?<br />at times<br /><br />17. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush?<br />No.... why? is he interesting?<br /><br />18. What are you listening to right now?<br />the hum of my air conditioner<br /><br />19. Are your parents strict?<br />no, i am<br /><br />20. Would you go sky diving?<br />yea<br /><br />21. Do you like cottage cheese?<br />no<br /><br />22. Have you ever met a celebrity?<br />yes<br /><br />23. Do you rent movies often?<br />no<br /><br />24. Is there anything sparkly in the room you're in?<br />my bright eyes -- blaaah<br /><br />25. How many countries have you visited?<br />i dont know... dont really keep tracks<br /><br />26. Have you made a prank phone call?<br />yeaaa... ahahaha... was funny tho<br /><br />27. Ever been on a train?<br />yea<br /><br />28. Brown or white eggs?<br />as long as its eggs... darling<br /><br />29.Do you have a cell phone?<br />yea<br /><br />30. Do you use lip balm?<br />yea<br /><br />31. Do you own a gun?<br />why would i? <br /><br />32. Can you use chop sticks?<br />yea<br /><br />33. Who are you going to be with tonight?<br />no one<br /><br />34. Are you too forgiving?<br />yea.. and i hate that part of me<br /><br />35. Ever been in love?<br />yea<br /><br />36. What is your best friend(s) doing tomorrow?<br />do i have a best friend? remind me again where did they go!<br /><br />37. Ever have cream puffs?<br />yeaaa... loved it!<br /><br />38. Last time you cried?<br />last night, I guess.... no.... not over those silly people I called bestfriends before.<br /><br />39. What was the last question you asked?<br />where's my Dad?<br /><br />40. Favorite time of the year?<br />Xmas - which i dont celebrate, but loooooved the atmosphere, the Xmas market and eeevrything thats green&red<br /><br />41. Do you have any tattoos?<br />i want toooooooooooooooooo<br /><br />42. Are you sarcastic?<br />yea<br /><br />43. Have you ever seen The Butterfly Effect?<br />yes, all THREE of them<br /><br />44. Ever walked into a wall?<br />bwahaha... well... yeaaa... i wasnt paying attention!<br /><br />45. Favorite color?<br />black, red, orange, turquoise<br /><br />46. Have you ever slapped someone?<br />not that i remember of... <br /><br />47. Is your hair curly?<br />no, but i would looove to have curly hair<br /><br />48. What was the last CD you bought?<br />Annett Louisan's Teilzeithippie<br /><br />49. Do looks matter?<br />as a Customer Service at the bank or ....... salesperson at some exhibition... orr.... just to be married to a guy? maybe yeah, but i like to think outside the box<br /><br />50. Last text you received?<br />Daulat's<br /><br />51. Is your phone bill sky high?<br />there are times.... not anymore tho.. less phone calls i have to make. <br /><br />52. Do you like your life right now?<br />NO. <br /><br />53. Do you sleep with the TV on?<br />with my laptop on... <br /><br />54. Can you handle the truth?<br />what truth? there are more???? oh crap!<br /><br />55. Do you have good vision?<br />no<br /><br />56. Do you hate or dislike more than 3 people?<br />YES.... I DO. do i have to mention names? <br /><br />57. How often do you talk on the phone?<br />at times -- quite often<br />58. The last person you held hands with?<br />.....I don't remember<br /><br />59. What are you wearing?<br />Jeans, thin jacket, orange shirt, socks<br /><br />60.What is your favorite animal?<br />At the moment.....panda :D<br /><br />61. Where was your last picture taken?<br />Last picture ever? Lecture room XD <br /><br />62. Can you hula hoop?<br />yea, i can! well.... what? amazed? do u think i cant hula with extra baggage on my hip? hmm, think again!<br /><br />63. Do you have a job?<br />im in the middle of having a job and NOT having a job<br /><br />64. What was the most recent thing you bought?<br />Ken Follett's book: Hornet Flight<br /><br />65. Have you ever crawled through a window?<br />yeaaa!! again, do you really think I am not flexible enough to go through a window!? I have crawled through a window.. my kitchen's window when I realised that i forgot my keys.. <br /><br /><br />oh well... surprisingly, I have NOT been asked these questions! hahahahhaha, you win!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5668688423135340136?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-5445216147050073152010-08-04T19:05:00.002+01:002010-08-04T19:32:38.818+01:00I went to the opening of an exhibition <u>Warisan Budaya Bawah Air: Apakah Harus Dilelang?</U> at the National Museum in Central Jakarta. I wasn’t really paying attention to the seminars – as i did not participate and sit down and listened to the panellists. I went straight to the exhibition room. I was so curious about this exhibition, partly because of the woro-woro that was spread around before the D-Day. I was there and I was amused to see my favourite colour to be THE main colour of the exhibition, it’s underwater archaeology themed – gonna be weird if they don’t use gradations and hues of blue in it. <br /><br /><b>Note: This exhibition is made by my friends, so I will try to be subtle. Plus, I also didn’t know how to make a good exhibition, this is NOT a professional critique, I am NOT a museologist or an exhibition executor, these are just what i have had in my mind when i entered the room and leave it, as a regular visitor with archaeological background. I have no intention whatsoever to degrade the hard work that had been put up to do make this exhibition happen. If anyone or party should think about it that way, I pity you for being unable to see this as a positive critiques and by God, I have all the rights to write a review as a visitor. Hahahaha.. There goes my disclaimer. </b><br /><br />Presentation-wise, I was amused, it was cool and hip. The ‘message’ go to interactive sort of find its way to the visitors. They’ve got a snake&ladder game, they’ve got four television sets showing various shows about underwater archaeology in Indonesia and whatnot, they’ve got this cute panel for the visitors to leave their messages and hopes and opinion on should we or should we not sell our underwater treasures. I was so happy to see other type of exhibition other than bulks of statues and statuettes, huge junk of stone tools, or piles of phallic figures without proper captions and explanation which leaves me hanging to guess what they were. This was awesome exhibition! I love the colours, I love the set ups. They even got television sets that ACTUALLY WORKS!!! Yaaay!! That was awesome! Its near perfect. NEAR perfect, I say. <br /><br /><center><img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/Image119.jpg"></center><br /><br />Since I stared on the first panel in the room, I noticed something was off. Way off.. no English captions for the panel that I was reading on. I gave it a chance and walked to the next panel, but found no traces of English or any other languages by any other names, then i started thinking and looked around. Two foreigners were standing on that first panel, maybe trying to read in Indonesian, or challenge themselves on their Bahasa Indonesia’s ability. Then they decided to leave. I thought, ‘OUCH!’ That’s it?? Wouldnt you be more interested to see whats left on the next room?? Crap! But I wasn’t playing the guide-girl there, I was just another visitor, so i intend to just watch. <br /><br />In my opinion, an exhibition – wherever that is, should be visitor-friendly. It means the executors have to be aware on what sort of people or segments that will go to this exhibition. This exhibition took place on the National Museum, which is a main destination for foreigners/travellers who came to visit Jakarta. ‘Tis true that the exhibition was mainly dedicated to the Indonesian visitors to appreciate and understand more of our currently booming and on-the-trend underwater treasures, following the crazy auctions. ‘Tis indeed true. But the executors should not also forget that EVERYONE comes to the museum, including foreigners who might not be speaking Bahasa Indonesia, or even KNOW any word in Bahasa Indonesia. These are also the people we must consider. Now I don’t say that you should also present the captions in Vietnamese, Tagalog, German, or Greek. It’s just simple English, an international lingua franca that almost everyone on this Earth speaks. I really think it’s a HUGE mistake that this exhibition wasn’t presented bilingually, if not multilingually. Oh, Dee.. they dont even bother translating the title of the exhibition in English!<br /><br />I met my friend, Fina, whose booth was place on the very far corner of the room. I asked her if she got a lot of visitor to her booth, to watch the documentary on Cirebon’s treasure, and she said, ‘nobody came here!!’ – half almost cried. And i think... yeah, no wonder..... the panels stopped far in the middle of the room and nothing that could ‘escort’ the visitors to her booth. Everybody tended to walk through to the other half of the exhibition and literally ignore Fina’s booth. So there she was, sitting like a Cinderella to the fireplace, alone. <br />I was also wondering what was the huge diver picture doing in the corner of the room? It was more perfect as a room-separator or sketsel, I should say. Okay, maaaybee... it was there to give the impression of being underwater. It was a good picture, and i get the message – if that’s the message, but what about everyone else? Do they think like me? Maybe not.... <br /><br /><center> <img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/Image118.jpg"><img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/Image120.jpg" alt="look at that BLANK space"><img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/Image117.jpg"> <img src="http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q293/cahayaredup/buatblogloh/Image122.jpg"> </center><br /><br />Overall, I loved the concept of this exhibition.. it was also awesome in presentation, it has an elegant atmosphere to it, although I think there were too few stuff that what I expected to see. Too many blank spaces on the exhibition and I was thinking that it would be more fun to see more things, to give visitors reasons to agree not to sell all of our underwater treasures. I get the message, I’m an archaeology graduate who care and understand the concept of auctioning and selling artifacts are some what dilemmatic. But what about visitors who doesn’t come from the same background? <br /><br />This exhibition is good to let the visitors know that we do appreciate the artifacts from under the sea and it should also explains what sort of information we can obtain from that, instead of just showing off the stuff that was buried under the sea. Yeah it was buried, lifted up, and was put on exhibitions, then what? In my humble opinion, the message of what we SHOULD do (sell or keep) with these artifacts doesnt really emerged to the surface. The presence of some captions in English would also let the foreign visitors know that we DO have something in the bottom of our sea (in case they didnt know yet...) and we DO appreciate things (so please stop stealing from us, Hatcher!) and that we intend to protect it with our laws (ummm... lets just think about it that way *sarcasm sarcasm*).<br /><br />In conclusion: Do I adore the concept of the exhibition? YES, all the way, YES. Am I satisfied with the exhibition? Sorry, my fellows... not really. I hope I will not insult or hurt anyone with this entry. I just want to share what I have seen today. No one is to blame, we’re all learning from this. Let’s make a better exhibition next time! Great job, friends! It was a very meaningful visit for me.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-544521614705007315?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-12486923956597547652010-07-28T20:04:00.000+01:002010-07-28T20:09:43.816+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are a Great Student</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/areyouagoodstudentquiz/student-1.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You aren't afraid to crack the books when you need to, and you make your education a true priority.<br /><br />You could become a PhD in anything, if you set your mind to it. There's no limit to what you can learn!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/areyouagoodstudentquiz/">Are You a Good Student?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: We'll Tell You The Truth... Someone Has To!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1248692395659754765?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-72684367300333889862010-07-28T20:02:00.000+01:002010-07-28T20:03:49.415+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Should Maybe Go to Grad School</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/shouldyougotogradschoolquiz/grad-2.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />Grad school may be the right choice for you, but you need to investigate further.<br /><br />So put those studying skill to use, and pick a program that's perfect for you.<br /><br />And make sure you're going for the right reasons - not just to avoid getting a job.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/shouldyougotogradschoolquiz/">Should You Go To Grad School?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Waste Time at Work!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7268436730033388986?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-22774279356878938632010-07-28T20:01:00.001+01:002010-07-28T20:01:40.382+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Should Be an Artist</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatshouldyoubewhenyougrowupquiz/grow-4.gif" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are incredibly creative, spontaneous, and unique.<br /><br />No one can guess what you're going to do next, but it's usually something amazing.<br /><br />You can't deal with routine, rules, or structure. You're easily bored.<br /><br />As long as you are able to innovate and break the rules, you are extremely successful.<br /><br /><br /><br />You do best when you:<br /><br /><br /><br />- Can work by yourself<br /><br />- Can express your personality in your work<br /><br /><br /><br />You would also be a good journalist or actor.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatshouldyoubewhenyougrowupquiz/">What Should You Be When You Grow Up?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Work is Hard. Time for Blogthings!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2277427935687893863?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-24629808776765163072010-07-28T19:59:00.002+01:002010-07-28T20:00:53.729+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Laid Back and Low Key</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/theoceantest/ocean.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are most comfortable when you are mixing things up a little bit. You like novelty in small doses.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are drawn to passion and emotion. You see the world as a colorful place.<br /><br /><br /><br />You have a deep and interesting inner world. Your thoughts are vivid and interesting.<br /><br /><br /><br />You believe that if you look closely enough at people, they all have their own unique beauty.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/theoceantest/">The Ocean Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Cheaper Than a Therapist</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2462980877676516307?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-46323505228886566372010-07-28T19:59:00.001+01:002010-07-28T19:59:47.802+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You See Optimism in Your Future</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatdoyouenvisionforyourfuturequiz/future-5.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />Five years from now, your life will be improving rapidly. You will be reaching new and exciting challenges.<br /><br />Your life is fine right now, but you're laying the groundwork to make it better. You are paying your dues.<br /><br /><br /><br />Ten years from now, you'll be living an amazing life - one close to the life you've always dreamed of.<br /><br />By staying hopeful and proactive, you will be able to chart your own course.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatdoyouenvisionforyourfuturequiz/">What Do You Envision For Your Future?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: We'll Tell You The Truth... Someone Has To!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4632350522888656637?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-74872090897455239952010-07-28T19:57:00.000+01:002010-07-28T19:58:19.595+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are SPF 8</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourspfquiz/spf-8.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You enjoy being out in the sun more than most people, and the sun is generally kind to you.<br /><br />You are aware that the sun can become too much of a good thing, so you do enjoy it in moderation.<br /><br /><br /><br />You feel invigorated when you spend an afternoon in the sun, especially if it's not too hot out. <br /><br />There's something about being outdoors that lifts your spirits.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourspfquiz/">What's Your SPF?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: We'll Tell You The Truth... Someone Has To!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7487209089745523995?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-61688692960031312292010-07-26T16:40:00.000+01:002010-07-26T16:49:35.384+01:00Gw rasa, gw salah untuk peduli akan hal-hal yang berkaitan dengan keberlangsungan-hidup ilmu yang gw tekuni di saat semua orang memilih untuk berhenti bermimpi dan melanjutkan hidup dan terbawa arus realita. Pedih hati gw melihat masa depan ilmu ini yang makin ngga ada juntrungannya. Masa sih, dari sekian banyak alumni baru, yang peduli cuma segelintir? Berapa lama gw harus jadi kompor, mendekatkan diri sama mahasiswa yang sekarang, dan banyak berbicara ilmiah dengan mereka? <br /><br />Ada beberapa saat di mana gw sangat semangat menggaet teman2 lain untuk mencubit sedikit rasa curious adek2 kelas gw, tapi ada juga saat2 di mana gw brasa banget kalo gw tuh sok sok lebay gitu. Sok sok peduli ttg jalan hidup dan minat mereka thd ilmu yang dari dulu gw sayangi ini. Pada kenyataannya emang ngga smwa orang berpikir ky gw.. tapi yah, mnrt gw -- kalian pun jangan harap bisa jadi excellent archaeologists kalau pola pikirnya masih seperti itu. Ngga usah pake sok sok iri sama universitas lain atau keadaan ilmu arkeologi di negara tetangga kalau kita sendiri passionnya cuma didorong sama mata uang bernama Rupiah atau Dolar. Bah! Pantesan pada RELA ngejualin artefak-artefak milik negara. Mungkin katanya untuk nutupin utang dan sebagainya lahh.. tapi brapa sih yang numpang lewat di kantong oknum2 tertentu? Hayo? Apa betul kita segitu ngga berharganya sampe MAMPU menjual budaya sendiri... dan loe berkoar2 ketika Malaysia meng-klaim budaya kita!?!? LOE SEMUA BASI TAU! <br /><br />Kalau memang Malaysia atau negara lain bisa LEBIH MENGHARGAI kebudayaan itu dibanding kita, gw rasa sih LEBIH BAIK mereka ambil aja!! Hmm, tapi ini bukan masalah itu. Emang serumpun kok, jadi wajarlah kalau banyak samanya. No problemo. <br /><br />Asal inget aja, tujuan arkeologi itu untuk merekonstruksi BUDAYA bukan menjualnya. <br />Gw ngga peduli syapapun yang tersinggung baca ini. Coba kita masing2 ngaca aja deh. Ini blog gw, suka2 ajah. Weeekkkk... <br /><br /><br />xo<br />Dee<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6168869296003131229?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-43985047284009302852010-07-04T15:53:00.001+01:002010-07-04T15:58:36.725+01:00Was writing this when listening to Three Wishes by The Pierces.<br />I always wonder what I would wish for, if I had been granted three wishes.<br />I have seen the world through my eyes, which felt so enriching and different than other people had already seen. I have met many people from the most interesting, down to the most boring ones. I have loved and lost love, which according to Tennyson would have fitted to the famous quotes. Seriously, three wishes? <br />If one day a Genie of some sort comes to me and granted me the opportunity to wish for three things, it would take me a whole lotta time to think about. Maybe I should ask for plenty of money in order to see more of the world, to set foot on the most off-the-grid dots on the map, to fund my PhD dissertation, to buy me a house, to buy my mom a white Mercedes she had always wanted. Maybe I should ask for a great archaeological job (which hopefully comes along with a good paycheck) so I can be regarded as one of the infamous international archaeologists as I had always wanted, in order to make all of my ‘friends’ who think that I am too naive to ‘follow my dreams instead of working at the bank.’ Maybe I should ask for a perfect guy who matches all of my potential-husband requirements, settling down with him, have five babies, two dogs, and a beach house, and still working as an archaeologist. <br />Ha, three wishes.... <br />What’s yours?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4398504728400930285?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-36159363325758305972010-07-04T15:30:00.004+01:002010-07-04T15:51:59.333+01:00Hari ini sukses mencoba potato gratin untuk yang ke-dua kalinya.<br />Hmmmmm... ada beberapa modifikasi (kuantitas) yang gw lakukan dari percobaan pertama. Resepnya sih, nyontek--- pastinya--- dari buku.<br /><br />Dan, kebiasaan jelek gw kalo lagi masak ato sok sok berimprovisasi dengan resep adalah mengabaikan takaran yang sdh ditentukan. Gw lebih pcaya sama feeling gw dibandingkan dengan takeran yang udah ditentukan oleh yang nerbitin ini buku resep. Mohon jangan ditiru... Hohoho..<br /><br />Misalnya, resep bilang kejunya 150 gr... gw bodo amat dengan memarut 180 gr keju cheddar.... yummm!! dengan bayangan bahwa makanan jadinya akan brasa keju banget and I love it! Nahh.. trus untuk cream-nya juga.. resep bilang 100ml... gw malah ngga pake gelas ukur, maen tuang2 aja, improvisasi perbandingan dengan susu murni<br />yang juga kudu dipake... pokoke gw maunya ini krim jadi kental pas mateng trus melted with the cheese.... and you know what? I did it... (hyahh, mulai deh bilingual... ngga bisa tetep pake satu emang)<br /><br />The cream is exactly like how i wanted it to be... so are the cheese... yummmm.....<br /><br />Potato gratin itu... aselinya mah Prancis punya.. trus dimodif dan dipinjam sedemikian rupa ampe akhirnya smua negara punya versi2 sndiri untuk potato gratin.. Amrik bilang namanya scalloped potatoes, di Canada jadinya pommes de terre au gratin (yahhh cm dipanjangin doang bagian kentangnya), dan di Aussie jadinya potato bake.. ahahha<br /><br />Potato gratin a la Dee bikinnya gampang kok... cm sedia:<br />1. Kentang<br />2. Bawang bombay<br />3. Susu<br />4. Cooking cream<br />5. Garem<br />6. Merica<br />7. Keju parut - saran gw kalo ngga cheddar, edam! ato mo yang Swiss banget... pake gruyere fromage. ;)<br />8. gw suka menambahkan dengan champignon... tapi guess what! gw tadi LUPA masukin champignon-nya!! brengsek!!<br />9. pyrex- bebas ukurannya.. makin gede makin menarik, pastinya!! hahaha<br />10. margarine<br /><br />potong2 kentang + bombay, parut keju... olesin pyrex pake margarine, susun kentang+bombay+keju+garem+merica dan bikin layer2 gitu... hayo yang arkeolog inget2 aja layer stratigrafi... tapi tiap startigrafi isinya sama.<br /><br />ulang trus ampe persediaan loe abis, tapi paling atas tutup pake layer kentang aja.... tadi sih gw improv dengan nambahin taburan kedjoe di atasnya.. yummm.. ternyata ENAK! sial!<br /><br />Udah gitu, campur cooking cream sama susu.... di resepnya sih 50 ml susu + 150 ml cooking cream... tapi what the heck! improv lagi... hahaha. udah dicampur, trus tuang ke atas lapisan2 kentang tadi... guyur ajaaahh..<br />kalo mo cream-nya melted mampus ama kentang dan keju, banyakin aja cream+milknya. pokoke sampe lapisan kentangnya kerendem.. itu ntar jadinya kentel begts krimnya... enak juga kok<br /><br />masupin oven, panggang slama plus-minus 1 jam.... tadi gw rada lebihin dari 1 jam, sebab krimnya belom mateng banget. Begitu udah warna kentang mulai koneng2 gitu, krimnya juga dah kentel..... cek aja kentangnya dah empuk blom.<br />kalo udah, ya oven bisa dimatiin, trus pyrexnya angkat.<br /><br />Seneng aja rumah gw jadi bau kentang gitu (lah.... bukannya malah serem ya,,, bhubung urban legend Jakarta itu.... baunya juga kentang!?!).<br />Okay.. next time, another recipe.. another country.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_se1baxVAQ1g/TDCfvQHjGiI/AAAAAAAAH60/Yli46dILcKM/s1600/Image103.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_se1baxVAQ1g/TDCfvQHjGiI/AAAAAAAAH60/Yli46dILcKM/s200/Image103.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490063579893930530" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_se1baxVAQ1g/TDCfu6rtj1I/AAAAAAAAH6s/x3GATdEm-xo/s1600/Image102.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_se1baxVAQ1g/TDCfu6rtj1I/AAAAAAAAH6s/x3GATdEm-xo/s200/Image102.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490063574140030802" border="0" /></a> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_se1baxVAQ1g/TDCe8yW3sPI/AAAAAAAAH6k/ItBHsoqG5II/s1600/Image105.jpg"><br /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3615936332575830597?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-75351025205409562942010-05-25T15:27:00.000+01:002010-05-25T15:29:36.107+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Creative Power is Your Intuition</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourcreativepowerquiz/intuition.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You just seem to have a knack for knowing what's going to work.<br /><br />You can't really explain your creative process. You just get started, and magic happens.<br /><br /><br /><br />You have a lot of endurance, and you're a hard worker. Once you get focused on a project, you don't stop.<br /><br />You are a trendsetter, and you seem to understand what people love. You are very forward thinking.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourcreativepowerquiz/">What's Your Creative Power?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Free Quizzes for Everyone</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7535102520540956294?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-85550995951441203172010-05-18T16:58:00.001+01:002010-05-18T17:02:35.353+01:00I just got back from the dig today and along the way home, I kept reminiscing the remains of the weeks that I have spent on the field, interacting with local people, new friends (and beau), and having awesome times with my box and the skeletons, as well as having great conversation with intelligent and bright-brained people. <br />To be honest, I do not want to return home and face the reality of being unaffiliated with any institution or the fact that this job is only one of the projects that I am going to do in my life. I felt the welcoming hands and smiles along the way. Yes, there might be some errors here and there, but I still think that the field job was awesome and that my work, even if it means that I have to deal with skeletonised people and watery graves, is still the most awesome job in the world. <br /><br />Okay, so I am going to break down the reasons why the heck my job is awesome:<br />1. I get to TRAVEL. I have been raised to travel, whether by air, land, sea, or walking. I love travelling. The feeling to see new places that are different than where I used to be really useful to refresh the mind, eyes, and ears. I see different colours and different vibes of a place and nothing beats the feeling of when you’re on top of a steep hill or mountain after the long hike up and seeing the world spread across your eyes like a carpet – oh God, how I’m so small in this world. <br /><br />2. I get to meet NEW PEOPLE. This way I know that there is not only one type of people in the world. This opportunity lets me to understand and tolerate people in whatever clothes they wear, whatever type skins or bodies they have, whichever languages they speak, or whichever way they think. I feel that such things enriched my journey as a human being as well as a citizen of the world. <br /><br />3. I get to take nice PICTURES. I love photography in my early teen years. From awful beginner’s pictures to (now) amateur types of pictures. Animals, flowers, buildings, and people are my best objects of photographs. I took pictures whenever I can and wherever I am, even if it’s only my flipflops or my rucksack. Beautiful photographs really found the way to my heart. <br /><br />4. I get to DIG!!! Yeah... this is my favourite part. Digging up the past of a community, laying my hands on their limbs and saying hello to the hundreds of years beneath the soils and unleashing the history of its geological characteristics really are interesting. I get to use sharp objects such as trowels, knives, and others. The thrill of finding years of layers of soils and centuries old potteries or human remains beneath that soil almost beats the feeling of being on top of the hill. Imagine, touching that nobody else have never ever touched before. Truly thrilling!<br /><br />5. I get to try types of TRANSPORTATION and ACCOMODATION. From the cheapest to the most expensive, although I prefer the cheap ones, it doesn’t really matter that much. I always have my sleeping bag ready to be spread anywhere in any position or any contour of grounds. I don’t mind sleeping with fan, or air conditioner, or even none whatsoever. I have no sea-sickness, no car-sickness, so it’s rather easy to travel with me. I don’t choose types of transportation (read: not picky) or types of accommodations, as long as I got coffee early in the morning. <br /><br />6. FOOD is always my fave... well... second fave. I know... I’m picky with food. I’m allergic to some types of ingredients that are found in the tropical area, which is pitiful, because I usually dig or travel here. Tsk! I like to try new food, but I’m not one of those gastronomic adventurers who’re willing to try ALMOST anything! Haha<br /><br />7. Last but not least, the STORIES I bring back to the friends and folks at home. <br />I think that’s all about my awesome job. I do NOT want to change it with ANYTHING else. I love this job and I am KEEPING it!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8555099595144120317?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-76044827846900633132010-05-01T18:03:00.002+01:002010-05-01T18:21:37.825+01:00Dear All....<br />whoaaa... wait a sec.... <br />I opened my hotmail inbox and found an email of some guy claiming that he'd stumbled upon my blog upon his search about comments on processualism and post-processualism and asked for my CV. I'm sorry, but I had to ask his credentials as well, for at least I will know that i do not give my CV to ANY person but a person worth trusting (okay: in this era of the net where anyone can pose as ANYone.... I had to be careful). Now let's wait for his reply. The possibility for the email to be a spam really dim down my expectancies. Hahahahaha....<br /><br />Anyhooooss..... me is about to go to an excavation this Wednesday. So, I will be away for two weeks. It SHOULD be interesting. Human remains and human remains and human remains. Hmmmm... human remains *Homer's style* Okay, I know I'm Morticia-weird. But do I care? NO! ahahaha.. I heart human remains. Pfftt.. this opportunity did not come to me suddenly. The project director had been planning this for a while and arrange everything neatly for me (the unaffiliated) to be able to join the team. This is interesting. I would like to see future opportunities laid out for me (or made by me). These past weeks, lots of things regarding job hunting among me and my friends that could cause heart attack or simple disappointment. A friend of mine, in the middle of a process to join a dig, discovered that the company that hired her is involved with the UNESCO most wanted treasure hunter. She -wisely- decided NOT to join the team. oh job hunting, job hunting.... the ballad and the dilemma. <br /><br />Will update again -maybe- after i got back from the excavation. Wish me luck!<br /><br />p.s. Still accepting archaeological job offers - leave a message & your credentials too. ;)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7604482784690063313?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-62208651795013422282010-04-01T18:48:00.003+01:002010-04-01T20:12:55.639+01:00let's admit something: I'm STILL unemployed. <br />nothing to be proud of there, I know. <br /><br />I have lived for 25 years with the same dream: to be an archaeologist. <br />now that I have 2 degrees in the desired dream, I have left with nothing but the reality that work opportunities in Indonesia is scarce (to put it in a subtle way). Just this evening (as many other nights) I spent hours searching about archaeology-related jobs on the net, as today I have decided that I could no longer rely on the archaeology-related jobs here at home. <br /><br />I stumbled upon an blog entry <a href="http://saltosobrius.blogspot.com/2006/12/archaeology-offers-no-career.html" target=_blank> by Martin Rundkvist</a> with the title <b>Archaeology offers no career</b>. It attached another article (unfortunately in Swedish -- not that I understand Swedish, but he sorta translated it a bit) of a woman who has 2 MA degrees in Archaeology AND Museology and finds both useless in the battle of the job hunting. That, in Sweden. How about Indonesia? <br /><br />It's pretty much the same. Especially in the country that (in my opinion) has no adequate knowledge about what the heck archaeology is. I dont blame them. Archaeology is never a popular subject at school or on the job market. Try visiting <a href="http://www.jobstreet.com" target=_blank>JobStreet.com</a> and type in archaeology on the 'search' field. You'll find ZERO result. Yeah yeah.. I ACTUALLY DID THAT ALREADY, although I KNEW that it will return as a ZERO result, I just want to amuse myself (read: MOCK, to be honest). <br /><br />Some people I know told me that I will find a job related to archaeology in a zap, especially becuz I hold the degree from abroad (they especially said this when I just got back). Well, dont get excited yet. NOPE! Apparently my specific personal interest on certain studies is NEVER on the market, and I believe some people are afraid to hire because they dont see it as a kewl (read: cool... come on.. I have to explain this!? this is a blog, i CAN use slang of the slang) field of study. <br /><br />My personal goal right now is to add more and more experience on the fieldwork PLUS doing some networking while on the field (its not that hard you know, especially when you're actually spending more or less 2 weeks on the field with the experienced project director). But when I searched on google for fieldschools or fieldworks in archaeology, all the results showed schools/jobs in USA, UK, or other places, but almost NONE of Indonesia! Crazy, di ba? Well yeah I saw some interesting things such as field schools in Palawan or Rapa Nui or Marianas Islands or Macedonia, but of course they all came with a cost (i mean, money-wise, not the intangible cost ones). <br /><br />Field schools in Indonesia is another long term dream that I want to establish. Come on, people!!! We have vast time span to cover and helluva vast soil to dig up! Again, money is the problem, no? In this <i>malaise</i> era of the world, money limits every dreams. I foresee the (imaginative) future of Indonesian archaeology to be as kewl (see above) as any other countries (who actually do save money to dig up theier ancestors and LEARN FROM THE PAST -- arent you ever curious about who your ancestors were? But thats probably going to be another entry). <br /><br />Okay, anyways... who wants to hire <br />- a 25-y.o. girl with undergraduate degree of Indonesian Archaeology + masters degree of human osteology & funerary archaeology <br />- who's speaking fluent English & Bahasa Indonesia, understood Javanese & the likes,<br />- learning German and Tagalog and Greek alphabet (oh dang that one is really hard to learn!)<br />- reliable on photography, artefact washing and labelling<br />- good cataloguing skills<br />- fast learner<br />- fast reader<br />- familiar with MWord and progressing in MExcel<br />- minimum skill on SPSS<br />- good with internet research<br />- able to differentiate femur from humerus<br />- memorized the carpal bones as the mneumonics Sexy Ladies Try Positions That They Cant Handle <br />- interested to learn more about palaeopathology (oh come on! after archaeology now u mention palaeopathology.. what the hey?!) and forensic science<br />- loves fieldworks and is able to be away from home at unlimited time<br />- loves to travel anywhere (almost) with no complaints of mosquitos or flies<br />- suffers from serpentophobia and dislikes veggies<br />- must have coffees in the morning or during typing reports<br />- possess IELTS scores<br />- good driving skills<br />- i can sing too! :)<br /><br />now let me see how many of you contacts me.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6220865179501342228?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-27942924324989187302010-03-26T19:10:00.003Z2010-08-06T17:48:35.674+01:00<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are a Lion</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatafricananimalareyouquiz/lion.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are radiant and energetic. You have a strong sense of intuition, and you use it.<br /><br />You have strength, but you prefer not to use it. You avoid confrontations.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are good at getting what you want in life. You are full of stealthy moves.<br /><br />You are deeply creative and imaginative. Whenever you feel stuck, you immediately try another course of action.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatafricananimalareyouquiz/">What African Animal Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Learn Something Surprising About Yourself</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2794292432498918730?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-25018497013911082182010-03-26T19:10:00.001Z2010-03-26T19:10:35.459Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Winter Sense is Sight</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourwintersensequiz/sight.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a very visual person, and some of your strongest memories are around things you've seen in your life.<br /><br />You simply like the way winter looks. This season may seem dead to most people, but it's very alive to you.<br /><br /><br /><br />You enjoy all the sites of winter - from starry winter nights to dancing holiday lights.<br /><br />You think this is the most beautiful time of the year. Snow makes everything a little more magical.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatsyourwintersensequiz/">What's Your Winter Sense?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Learn Something Surprising About Yourself</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2501849701391108218?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-41861242294127492162010-03-26T19:08:00.002Z2010-03-26T19:09:22.632Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Polyester</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatfabricareyouquiz/polyester.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are funky, flexible, and very modern. You like new things, and you're always on the cutting edge of trends.<br /><br />It doesn't bother you that polyester isn't natural... some of the best things in life aren't natural!<br /><br /><br /><br />You are all about style and looking good. You don't buy things that are meant to last, because you get sick of them quickly anyway.<br /><br />You're not a snob. You have eclectic tastes, and you like many things. You don't rely on labels in deciding what you love.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatfabricareyouquiz/">What Kind of Fabric Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Free Quizzes for Everyone</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4186124229412749216?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-54279046085884757652010-03-26T19:08:00.001Z2010-03-26T19:08:45.365Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Love to Talk About Relationships</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatdoyoulovetotalkaboutquiz/relationships.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You love to talk about people you know. You're not exactly a gossip - you just think a lot about your friends and family.<br /><br />You're likely to be completely up to date on what's going on in everyone's life. And when someone has good news, you make sure and share it.<br /><br /><br /><br />You also spend a fair amount of time dissecting relationships and analyzing people. You are always trying to better understand the people you're closest to.<br /><br />Of all the types, you are the most social. You have a lot of people to talk to and to talk about!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatdoyoulovetotalkaboutquiz/">What Do You Love to Talk About?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Quizzes and Tests and Memes, Oh My!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5427904608588475765?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-4232626322916516482010-03-26T18:59:00.001Z2010-03-26T19:07:57.449Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your True Passion is Art</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourtruepassionquiz/art.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You feel most alive when you are creating or appreciating art. Art truly feeds your soul.<br /><br />You love expressing yourself artistically, and it's likely that you dabble in many creative activities.<br /><br /><br /><br />Even when you aren't channeling your inner artist, you enjoy brainstorming and collaborating with others.<br /><br />You believe the world is what you make of it, and you want to make it as beautiful and interesting as possible.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatsyourtruepassionquiz/">What's Your True Passion?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Take a Quiz. Annoy Your Friends.</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-423262632291651648?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-14656726399064226822010-03-26T18:57:00.001Z2010-03-26T18:59:00.373Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Spicy Score: Medium</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/howspicyareyouquiz/medium.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You enjoy letting loose and having fun, but you don't go overboard.<br /><br />You know that a little spice can go a long way. You keep yourself in check.<br /><br /><br /><br />When things are too boring, you really know how to bump up the temperature. <br /><br />When things are getting hot and completely out of control, you know how to pull back.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/howspicyareyouquiz/">How Spicy Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: We Have a Quiz for Almost Everything</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1465672639906422682?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-50861897434076711642010-03-26T18:54:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:56:32.867ZYou Are Wine<br />You may be guilty of being a snob, but at least you're always drinking good stuff.<br />You can appreciate a good wine, especially when it's expertly paired with food.<br /><br />And while you have a strong preference for wine, you can appreciate any fine beverage.<br />You've even been known to drink beer on occasion, if it's the right microbrew.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5086189743407671164?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-92009032861169966502010-03-26T18:53:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:54:43.184ZPeople Think You're Sometimes Happy<br />At times, you seem like a very happy person. Other times you don't seem happy at all.<br />Happiness is a bit complicated for you right now, and you may not always feel like you can be happy.<br /><br />Perhaps it's time for a big change in your life. You may need to work on finding relationships, hobbies, or a career that makes you happier.<br />Be thankful for what you have, but don't be afraid to strive for something more. You have it in you!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-9200903286116996650?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-9180564401076568912010-03-26T18:51:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:52:28.054Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Reasonable and Reflective</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thedeserttest/desert.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You have a patient outlook. You know that things eventually change, so you try not to get too worked up about the way things are now.<br /><br /><br /><br />You feel a strong sense of community and like you truly belong. You trust other people and believe they are basically good.<br /><br /><br /><br />You feel overjoyed about your past and those you have loved. You feel like you have been blessed in life.<br /><br /><br /><br />You succeed by pacing yourself. You realize that all that matters is the long run, and you aim to persevere.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/thedeserttest/">The Desert Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Waste Time at Work!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-918056440107656891?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-8262414817184964682010-03-26T18:48:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:50:12.270Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Slippers</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatpartofthemorningareyouquiz/slippers.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You aren't really a morning person. Mornings are a little too early and cold for your taste.<br /><br />It's hard for you not to just turn off your alarm and sleep in. Your bed is so warm and cozy.<br /><br /><br /><br />Whenever you have the chance, you take your morning as slowly as possible. You take a long time to wake up.<br /><br />It's not unusual for your "morning" to carry over into the afternoon. You are definitely not a morning person!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatpartofthemorningareyouquiz/">What Part of the Morning Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: A Fine Line Between Insight and Stupidity</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-826241481718496468?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-21269806575016253942010-03-26T18:47:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:48:15.503Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Anger</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatmajorhumanemotionareyouquiz/anger.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You may not feel like an angry person, but you have a lot to be furious about in your life.<br /><br />It's likely that you've suffered some great injustices, humiliations, and / or betrayals.<br /><br /><br /><br />There's nothing wrong with feeling the way you feel, but your anger needs a more healthy outlet.<br /><br />Instead of being bitter get proactive. Instead of hating, learn to love something in your life. Anger is a difficult emotion to deal with.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com/whatmajorhumanemotionareyouquiz/">What Major Human Emotion Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: 100's of Fun, Free Quizzes and 3 Stupid Ones</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2126980657501625394?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-30617439258180315432010-03-26T18:45:00.003Z2010-08-08T14:19:14.175+01:00You Are Kindness<br />You never think about being virtuous. You are only concerned with treating people as you'd like to be treated.<br />You are a very compassionate person and a true friend. You don't have a hateful or prejudiced bone in your body.<br /><br />You are good to people because it's the right thing to do. You don't expect anything in return.<br />You highly value friendship and personal contact. You try to make as many friends as possible.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3061743925818031543?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-3920787560173340702010-03-26T18:45:00.002Z2010-03-26T18:47:03.763ZYou Are Reading<br />You are an interesting mix of curious and relaxed. You have an insatiable hunger for knowledge.<br />However, you also seek comfort. It bothers you to travel too much and to be away from home.<br /><br />That's why reading is the perfect hobby for you. You can explore the world from the comfort of your favorite chair.<br />You are comfortable with quiet and being alone. All you need is a good book to keep you company.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-392078756017334070?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-55872572076451202782010-03-26T18:44:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:45:15.598ZYou Feel Extremely Entitled<br />You feel like you are better than most people in this world and that you deserve more for it.<br />You don't think you should have to work hard. You think success should be handed to you.<br /><br />While you may be a great person, your sense of entitlement is extremely damaging.<br />Get your ego in check and stop thinking that the world revolves around you. Maybe then you will truly deserve success.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-5587257207645120278?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-33936430801273079662010-03-26T18:39:00.004Z2010-03-26T18:40:05.383ZYou Are the Castle<br />You are a bit of a homebody and even somewhat of a loner. You function best when you're all by yourself.<br />Other people see you as mysterious and even a little scary. They don't understand how deep and complicated you are.<br /><br />You have many layers to your personality, and there is always a surprise waiting around the corner with you.<br />You aren't as scary as you seem, but you are intense. You require people to confront things about themselves that they rather not know.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3393643080127307966?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-18657879016283099552010-03-26T18:35:00.001Z2010-03-26T18:37:54.841ZYou Should Say "Bonjour"<br />If you were to visit Paris, you would really be interested in the local's perspective on things.<br />You don't want a tourist experience - you want a real experience. You want to eat where Parisians eat and do what Parisians do.<br /><br />It's probably best if you brush up on your French a little before visiting Paris. You've got to speak it if you want to meet local friends.<br />Start with "Bonjour" and go from there. Before long, you'll know how to ask where the best pan au chocolat is!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1865787901628309955?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-44161881491256756902010-03-26T18:34:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:35:28.299ZYou Are Hedonism<br />You believe in enjoying all of world's small and large pleasures. Life's too short to feel guilty.<br />If it feels good, you do it. And you try to avoid pain at all costs, because pain is a major bummer.<br /><br />And while you enjoy the baser pleasures, like food and drinking - there's more to you than that.<br />You find joy and delight wherever possible. You truly live well, and you're proud of that fact<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4416188149125675690?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-36948219526214781722010-03-26T18:26:00.000Z2010-03-26T18:27:54.961ZYou Persuade People Through Emotion<br />You hate to admit it, but people make decisions with their hearts. Their heads don't play much role in the equation.<br />So even though you are cool headed, you know you have to be warm hearted in order to convince people you're right.<br /><br />You craft your words carefully. You speak to inspire, motivate, and stir up emotions.<br />You know that once someone wants to be on your side, they'll figure out their own reasons for why.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3694821952621478172?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-64255201796284171112010-02-03T11:12:00.000Z2010-02-03T11:17:36.604ZOverview of Dee's personality:<br /><br />Her natal Year number: <br />7 --> Although Dee may have taken a considerable time to reach maturity, she is nevertheless a quick thinker whose ideas change as rapidly as her conversation. She's an individual who wants to be liked, and as such finds it hard to refuse requests. For the same reason she dislikes arguments, and wherever possible will compromise to avoid conflict. Not the sort of individual to be employed in litigation, but excellent in mediation.<br /><br />Her natal Month number: <br />8 --> Tenacious and stubborn, Dee is someone who works slowly and methodically to achieve success. Not the sort of individual to turn the world on fire, Dee is nonetheless a thoroughly reliable person whose careful approach to life brings steady reward. She is something of a perfectionist who can be counted upon to complete tasks without supervision.<br /><br />Her natal House number: <br />4 --> With a strong sense of justice, Dee has a balanced but independent view of the major issues affecting life, yet lacks attention to detail. Inclined to leave things until the very last minute, she will struggle in any employment until she is sufficiently senior to have someone else put into effect the many good ideas that she will contribute.<br /> <br /><br />Western Grid:<br /><br />111 : Although Dee is often outgoing and chatty, she can at times be quite introspective. She may not of course see herself as an entertainer, but she nevertheless has all the qualities needed for the stage. She may seem shy on interview, but put her on a platform with an audience, and you will see the benefits that she can bring to any employment that demands such skills.<br /><br />2 : Sensitive to criticism and naturally intuitive, Dee has a natural ability to detect insincerity in others. Because she is a sensitive soul, Dee can be a solid friend and a good listener. As a result, she will get on well with colleagues, whilst being more than capable of handling office politics.<br /><br />4 : A practical individual, Dee is a neat and tidy craftsman who can organise others to achieve her plans. She should use those practical skills and organisational ability in an office management, or secretarial function, or by applying such skills to self-employment. In general, Dee is a well organised individual - with qualities of value to many different jobs.<br /><br />7 : Dee may find life's lessons hard to learn. She will feel that life has treated her badly without really understanding why things didn't turn out better. For example, she may fail to secure the promotion she thought should be her without understanding why. It is likely that Dee will develop a faith of some sort, and although it need not necessarily be a religious faith, it will nevertheless be something that she holds onto against all the evidence.<br /><br />8 : Good with details and with a methodical approach, Dee nevertheless is someone who enjoys constant new challenges to maintain her interest. She is a methodical individual with attention to detail, but is inclined to leave tasks unfinished if her active mind alights on something of greater interest. Routine tasks that fail to challenge her intellect are at greatest risk, so Dee needs a job that offers variety.<br /><br />9 : Ambitious to improve her lot, Dee will constantly push forward to achieve something in her life, yet this ambition will be balanced by humanitarian ideals that will lead her to support causes that may demand self-sacrifice. Those who lack a 9, lack the ambition to look after others less able than they.<br /> <br />The Arrow of Activity: the numbers 7, 8 and 9<br />Enjoying the outdoors, Dee is someone who will perform best by being busy. She dislikes confined spaces, and needs both physical and mental exercise. A good walk in fresh air is an intellectual catalyst like no other to Dee, whose need to be constantly occupied is an asset to any employer.<br /> <br />The Arrow of Practicality: the numbers 1, 4 and 7<br />Good with her hands, Dee is a natural craftsman who will work for as long as it takes to secure a perfect result. Capable and practical, she gets on well with others at all levels of society. If Dee does not pursue a practical trade, it will be important to develop a subsidiary practical interest to complement her main employment.<br /><br />Chinese Grid<br /><br />11 : The number 1 relates to the potential to make money. With two 1s Dee will be reasonably successful in financial terms, and enjoy a degree of luck. If the Chinese version also contains a 6, and 8 and at least two 7s, Dee will be very fortunate.<br /><br />4 : Intelligent and logical, Dee is not someone who acts rashly on the spur of the moment unless the (Chinese) chart also contains a 3 and an 8. If the chart also contains the numbers 2 and 9 Dee will enjoy high intellect and a good memory.<br /><br />5 : Emotionally well-balanced, Dee is not too intense, and will reach the right decisions. However, with the numbers 2 and 3 in the Chinese version, the balance may be upset. Dee will benefit from a combination with either the numbers 3 and 7, or the numbers 1 and 9.<br /><br />8 : In the absence (in the Chinese version) of the numbers 1 and 6, she will be good with money and details. She will be happier if the Chinese grid includes the numbers 5 and 7, but the 8 is a propitious number that brings financial success. However, combined with a single 3 (in the Chinese version) Dee will always need someone on whom she can rely for support and advice.<br /><br />9 : Although Dee is ambitious, her ambition is tempered with humanitarian ideals. A single 9 is very auspicious, particularly if combined with the numbers 2 and 4, and even more particularly in the years between 2024 and 2043.<br /> <br />The Arrow of Willpower: The numbers 1, 5 and 9<br />Dee might be described as somewhat stubborn but she is certainly very determined. Holding strong views that will guide and shape her entire life, she will eventually reach her goals by sticking to her principles with persistent hard work.<br /> <br />The Arrow of Apathy: Lacking the numbers 2, 6 and 7<br />Although like everyone else she wants to lead a rewarding life Dee lacks the real desire to succeed. Somewhat indecisive, she will miss opportunities and avoid those risks on which genuine success relies. Dee needs to recognise that life's few chances must be grasped with both hands when the opportunity arises.<br /><br /><br /><br />With 3 Wood elements in her chart, Dee is dominated by the emotion of anger. She will be quickly upset by what she sees as negative or unhelpful reactions or views, yet initially will say or do nothing. Once however she has faced or heard of three negative or unhelpful views in a reasonably short space of time, Dee is likely to explode into rage using some very colourful language. <br /><br />Stress can easily contribute to this condition, and is likely to provoke violent outbursts. Despite that aspect of her character, Dee is an active individual who likes to be busy. Although she can be domineering, her energetic example will be an inspiration to others, who will be motivated by her resourceful, practical and co-operative approach. Dee should avoid a relationship with someone whose chart is dominated by Metal elements.<br /><br />With a single Fire element Dee is prepared to take reasonable risks in both work and play. She has a higher energy level than those who lack a Fire element.<br /><br />With a single Water element Dee may be a little nervous on occasions, but is naturally sympathetic and compassionate.<br /><br />Dee lacks the element of Earth. She has no desire to control or micro-manage other people, and will allow them to make their own mistakes even if danger beckons. Dee does not feel sorry for herself, but is inclined to make undiplomatic remarks that can be offensive. In other words, Dee does not feel responsible for the actions of others.<br /><br />Dee lacks the element of Metal. She has a grand vision of what needs to be done, but will want to leave the detailed planning to someone else. Having a flexible approach to life, Dee is not fearful of new challenges or unexplored paths, and will worry very little about the possible unforeseen consequences that may occur. She is guided by no high principle beyond the view that nothing is set so strongly in concrete that it cannot be changed as the situation demands. <br /><br /><br />With 3 Yin and 2 Yang, Dee is fortunate to enjoy a balanced structure with a slight emphasis on liberal views. This combination makes for an attractive woman, tall and slim and emotionally stable . She is likely to devote more of her future to her partner and family than to her career, but she will nevertheless enjoy success in her chosen field. She will hold liberal/conservative views with a slightly rebellious slant.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6425520179628417111?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-3370765703635370402010-01-28T17:38:00.001Z2010-01-28T17:41:21.985Zbohong?<br />semua orang juga pernah.<br /><br />dibohongin?<br />semua orang juga pernah.<br /><br />kenapa sih musti bohong?<br />1. ngga mau ketauan salah<br />2. ngga mau ditanya lebih lanjut<br />3. (yang plg ga gw suka) ngga mau bikin orang lain kecewa atau sakit hati<br />4. terpaksa boong<br /><br />plis deh.<br />gw jadi pengen tau, ada brapa banyak orang2 di sekitar gw yang tukang boong atau suka boong atau hobi boong atau KEPAKSA boong? kalo sampe gw mengaplikasikan uji statistik pada studi kasus ini, apakah gw akan kecewa dengan kenyataannya? hm! jangan2 orang2 di sekitar gw banyak yang suka boong, baik sama gw ataupun sama orang lain lagi. Nggak seniat itu kok gw ngumpulin data statistik ttg berapa kali kalian berbohong dalam satu hari dan alasan apa kalian berbohong. Males banget bikin variabelnya... apalagi masukin data ke spreadsheet SPSS-nya. Beugh!! PR banget!<br /><br />apa yang akan loe lakukan kalo nge-gepin orang laen boong sama elo?<br />1. Personally, dengan pengetahuan bedah dasar gw sih, bisa2 aja gw nyetir k Pasar Pramuka dan beli dissection kit, trus gw tangkep orang itu dan cerita lanjutannya bisa kayak film2 Rumah Dara atau Saw atau Wrong Turn.<br />2. Terdiam, dan bengong, dan mengira2 apa MOTIVASI dari si tukang boong untuk berbohong?<br />3. Labrak si tukang boong dan tabok di depan umum? Habeg pake botol teh So**o (g boleh nyebut merk....) atau bata merah?<br />4. Cuek?<br /><br />Pernah ngga sih kepikir sebelum kita boong kalo orang yang kita boongin itu sebenernya ngga perlu diboongin, atau bahkan orang yang kita boongin itu tulus sama kita? Ya ya... kata orang diem itu emas, kalo gw diem mulu dari dulu juga dah tajir mampus, bisa jemput Anne pake helikopter dah, biar dia ngga kejebak masalah excess baggage di Heathrow. Hahaha.. piss ah, Neu! ;)<br /><br />Coba deh, kita tanya sama diri masing2... kenapa sih kita boong sama orang laen?<br /><br /><br /><br />post script: tenang2, ini BUKAN surat terbuka!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-337076570363537040?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-81641237919637533872009-11-30T16:45:00.001Z2009-11-30T16:49:09.419Zjuuhuuuu!!<br /><br />i am baaaaaaaaaaack home!!<br />at the moment I am researching for a guesthouse for Paul, a friend from Sheffield, to stay tomorrow night. And I just realised how little information I have on hostels/guest houses in Jakarta! damn.. I can do it blindfolded in Jogja or Ubud, but not in Jakarta, the place where I had stayed over the past 9 (goin on 10) years!!! its crazy!! hmmm.... I do know one place where my cousins from Malaysia stayed before, and I am recommending that place to Paul... but I feel like I need to have backup plans.. <br />Back up's always good, no?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8164123791963753387?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-45271746499618241402009-11-28T18:34:00.000Z2009-11-28T18:35:23.557Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Were a Deer</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatanimalwereyouinapastlifequiz/deer.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />Graceful and gentle, you appreciate beauty and balance.<br /><br />A giving soul, you are able to sacrifice for the greater good.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatanimalwereyouinapastlifequiz/">What Animal Were You In a Past Life?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Our Quizzes Weren't Written By Bored 12 Year Olds</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4527174649961824140?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-25566392827011655122009-11-28T18:27:00.001Z2009-11-28T18:34:32.012Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Fantasy / Sci Fi</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatkindofbookareyouquiz/fantasy.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You have an amazing imagination, and in your mind, all things are possible.<br /><br />You are open minded, and you find the future exciting. You crave novelty and progress.<br /><br /><br /><br />Compared to most people, you are quirky and even a bit eccentric. You have some wacky ideas.<br /><br />And while you may be a bit off the wall, there's no denying how insightful and creative you are.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatkindofbookareyouquiz/">What Kind of Book Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Take a Quiz. Annoy Your Friends.</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2556639282701165512?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-65016256829568485382009-11-28T18:25:00.001Z2009-11-28T18:25:56.105Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are 89% Feminist</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/areyouafeministquiz/feminist-5.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a total feminist. This doesn't mean you're a man hater (in fact, you may be a man).<br /><br />You just think that men and women should be treated equally. It's a simple idea but somehow complicated for the world to put into action.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/areyouafeministquiz/">Are You a Feminist?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Cheaper Than a Therapist</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-6501625682956848538?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-18895153811931794792009-11-28T18:15:00.000Z2009-11-28T18:19:48.915Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Fashion Style is Classic</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatkindoffashionablewomanareyouquiz/classic.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You like what's stood the test of time...<br /><br />Simple, well styled clothes that don't scream trendy<br /><br />You stay updated and modern, but your clothes stay in style for a while<br /><br />You wouldn't be caught in animal prints, fake fur, or super bright colors<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatkindoffashionablewomanareyouquiz/">What Kind of Fashionable Woman Are You?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: A Fine Line Between Insight and Stupidity</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1889515381193179479?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-41509385699308374032009-11-28T18:12:00.000Z2009-11-28T18:15:22.108Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Fashion Style is Sporty</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/whatsyourfashionstylequiz/sporty.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a very active person, and it's likely that you are also quite athletic and fit.<br /><br />Since you're often on the go, you prefer clothes that are extremely comfortable and versatile.<br /><br /><br /><br />You never know when you're about to take off on a hike or bike ride, so there's no way you're wearing shoes that are hard to walk in!<br /><br />Besides, you work hard for your sporty frame, so you might as well show it off with some form fitting clothing!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/whatsyourfashionstylequiz/">What's Your Fashion Style?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: 100's of Fun, Free Quizzes and 3 Stupid Ones</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-4150938569930837403?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-74138644921342185472009-11-28T18:08:00.000Z2009-11-28T18:09:52.861Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Not Destined to Rule the World</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/areyoudestinedforworlddominationquiz/destined-2.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are destined for something else... <br /><br />Like inventing a new type of cupcake.<br /><br />You just don't have the stomach for brutality.<br /><br />But watch out - because many people do!<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/areyoudestinedforworlddominationquiz/">Are You Destined For World Domination?</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: If Quizzes Are Outlawed, Only Outlaws Will Take Quizzes</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-7413864492134218547?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-31594598007230975212009-11-24T18:03:00.001Z2009-11-24T18:03:59.626Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Are Merry and Spontaneous</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thewrappingpapertest/7.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You approach the holidays with joy and playfulness.<br /><br />You refuse to let the holidays be stressful. They should only be about fun.<br /><br /><br /><br />The holidays truly make you feel like a kid again.<br /><br />And you believe it's your job to make everyone else feel like a kid too!<br /><br /><br /><br />Of all the types, you're the most likely to give someone a gift early... because you can't wait.<br /><br />You're also the most likely to wrap your presents quickly - or not at all.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thewrappingpapertest/">The Wrapping Paper Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: 100's of Fun, Free Quizzes and 3 Stupid Ones</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3159459800723097521?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-80390587104076566952009-11-24T18:02:00.000Z2009-11-24T18:03:10.887Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>You Crave a Purposeful Life</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thesunsettest/sunset-3.jpg" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />Your dream is to live a life where you make a difference. You want to effect people.<br /><br />You don't need to be the one who changes the world, but you would like to change a few lives.<br /><br /><br /><br />You want to be generous and warm-hearted toward others. Life is hard enough as is.<br /><br />You believe life is mostly about how you treat other people. What kind of person you are matters.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thesunsettest/">The Sunset Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Work is Hard. Time for Blogthings!</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-8039058710407656695?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-36119726529303067502009-11-24T18:01:00.002Z2009-11-24T18:02:22.528Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Outfit Says You're Self-Assured</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/theoutfittest/dress-3.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a confident person. You don't need a certain outfit to feel good about yourself.<br /><br />You prefer to stay casual. You rather speak for yourself than have your clothes speak for you.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are energetic and adventurous. You are up for anything, and you love being surprised.<br /><br />You are often cheerful and optimistic. You approach life with curiosity and an open heart.<br /><br /><br /><br />Your high end fashion designer match: Chloe<br /><br /><br /><br />Your must have accessory: A funky red bag<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/theoutfittest/">The Outfit Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: Cheaper Than a Therapist</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3611972652930306750?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-12273359659185786082009-11-24T18:01:00.001Z2009-11-24T18:01:30.206Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Dress Says You're Timelessly Stylish</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/theweddingdresstest/dress-6.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />Your Personal Style:<br /><br /><br /><br />Funky and a bit retro. You draw from a lot of inspirations, but you always look put together.<br /><br /><br /><br />Your Ideal Wedding:<br /><br /><br /><br />A simple outdoor wedding with a few close friends.<br /><br /><br /><br />Your Philosophy on Marriage:<br /><br /><br /><br />Marriage is a journey. It's not all about who you're married to. It's also about how you approach it.<br /><br /><br /><br />Your Perfect Marriage:<br /><br /><br /><br />Has lots of open communication, flexibility, and understanding. Where both people are happy to give more than get.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/theweddingdresstest/">The Wedding Dress Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">The First Rule of Blogthings Is: You Don't Talk About Blogthings</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-1227335965918578608?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-39849468822283730012009-11-24T18:00:00.001Z2009-11-24T18:00:39.177Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Sunglasses Say You're a Leader</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/thesunglassestest/sunglasses-5.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are competent, direct, and powerful.<br /><br />You are focused on success in all aspects of your life.<br /><br /><br /><br />You need to be shaded from moochers and parasitic people.<br /><br />You feel sunniest when you're around people as driven and and brilliant as you are.<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/thesunglassestest/">The Sunglasses Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">The First Rule of Blogthings Is: You Don't Talk About Blogthings</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-3984946882228373001?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38917167.post-26578945401201938662009-11-24T17:59:00.000Z2009-11-24T18:00:06.858Z<table width=350 align=center border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=2><tr><td bgcolor="#EEEEEE" align=center><br /><font face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif" style='color:black; font-size: 14pt;'><br /><strong>Your Flip Flops Say You're Grateful</strong><br /></font></td></tr><br /><tr><td bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><br /><center><img src="http://www.blogthingsimages.com/theflipfloptest/2.png" height="100" width="100"></center><br /><font color="#000000"><br />You are a warm, friendly person who simply enjoys life.<br /><br />You don't complicate things for yourself. Life is too short!<br /><br /><br /><br />You have a super optimistic attitude, and you have figured out how to be happy.<br /><br />Everyone wants to know your secret... and it's a lot more simple than they might think.<br /><br /><br /><br />Your ideal warm weather place: San Diego<br /></font></td></tr></table><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://blogthings.com/theflipfloptest/">The Flip Flop Test</a></div><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.blogthings.com">Blogthings: If Quizzes Are Outlawed, Only Outlaws Will Take Quizzes</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/38917167-2657894540120193866?l=deetje2.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>bijidurenbusuknoreply@blogger.com0