The Kaleidoscope of Memories

     I ended the year 2010 at the bottom of the wheel of life as a spoiled lazy girl. My grades unexpectedly declined sharply and nothing could have made me less enjoying the holiday. It was like a wake-up call, that all this time, it was simply luck that I had always depended on. Frankly I didn't feel very much comfortable too with the circumstances I was in. And yes, I blamed them. 

     2011 however, was like a stepping-stone on my way to pursuit my dreams--when God gave me a lot of occassions to get lessons from and learn. Throughout the year, the ups and downs of life made me become even more realize, that everything was only the beginning of the real life that I have not yet fully figured out. 

Define: Success

     There are many successful people in the world. In fact, I'm thinking about one. I start to imagine a man in a black blazer with a red tie tied under his collar. His well-polished shoes are glistening right under his pants. In his hand is a briefcase containing a Macbook and important papers. He just got out of his Bentley, walking towards a high building where he spends most of his days and earns his reputation, distinction, eminence, whatsoever. Well, most importantly, money. 

Last Precious Months

     It's been a while since the last time I wrote a post. And alhamdulillah, it's Ramadan already now, the month I've always been waiting for. Anyway, remember the last time I said that staying in the student company was one of the best decisions I've ever made because I got to go abroad? No, I take my words back. Exactly a week ago I just found (or rather realized) that there is a bigger reason why I belong there :)

A Week to Remember

FIE 2011 is, and will always be one of the best things that has ever happened to me in my whole life. Priceless moments, fun experiences, motivational workshops & conferences, inspiring people, and hundreds of new friends. I feel so grateful for having been given this once in a lifetime opportunity (many thanks to Prudential and Prestasi Junior Indonesia!). It was such a crazy week I had there and I LOVE every second of it! I'd never thought the event would be that great though, it totally exceeded my expectations.  Anyway, FIE stands for Foro Internacional de Emprendedores, or International Forum for Entrepreneurs in English. The event's theme is Sueña, Busca, y No Te Rindas (Dream, Go For It, and Don't Give Up). There were many activities, competitions, conferences and workshops which encouraged and motivated us to reach our dreams. Now it doesn't seem to be impossible anymore 'cause they gave us the tools to be a successful person in the future. Had I not been a member of Student Company in my school, I wouldn't have been there, having the time of my (high school) life. Looking back, canceling my resignation from the student company was one of the best decisions I've ever made. So here I'm gonna try to tell you every little thing I went through. Enjoy :)

Another Part of The World

Subhanallah, alhamdulillah. Those are the only words I can comment on what blessings God has given me. 6 months ago, I wouldn't have thought that one of my ultimate dreams; going abroad at none of my parents' expense; would come true this soon. Yes, I missed the chance of getting YES or AFS, of having one-year-studying-experience in USA OR Germany when it's like already right in front of my eyes, but God replaced it with something even much better than that: Singapore AND Argentina.  

They Will be Loved (A Review of Maroon 5's Concert)

     I don't know what this post is supposed to start with. All in all, April 27th 2011 was probably one of the best evenings I've spent so far in my life. I, with my own vision and hearing, witnessed Maroon 5, the band I've been a big fan of for 8 frickin' years, having their first concert in Indonesia. Adam Levine and friends left me screaming my lungs out. 

Extraordinary Cakes

     Soooooo like again, I've got completely nothing to do. While some of my friends, along with the other thousands of Indonesian teens watch that newly-rising idol Justin Bieber having a concert in Sentul International Convention Center, I'm left alone right here at my home on Saturday night with no good tv programs worth to watch. And I eventually end up here again, blogger.com. 

Unexpected Anonymous Musician

     This week has been undoubtedly very, very tough. And Tuesday, was probably one of the toughest days (which is why I was at my worst). I was just grumpy all day as I dealt with problems that popped out to the surface one by one. From school assignments til' organization events. Friends talking to me must have sensed my grouchiness back then and therefore, like again, I really am sorry. (why do I always apologize late?) -__-

Down to The Wire

     Okay, maybe the title of this post is not the proper idiom to describe what exactly is happening. Down to the wire refers to any situation whose outcome may not be decided until the very last moment, that it is still possible to do something. Anyhow, it does have something to do with what I'm about to write.

Rest in Peace, Beloved Teacher

     I was taking a nap when my mom answered a call from my cousin. Shocked.

My English and German private course teacher passed away last Sunday. I could barely believe it, and so tears streamed down my face. 

One Most Memorable Trip

     From January 17^th to 22^nd 2011, I joined this sister school program between SMAN 1 Bogor and Hua Yi Secondary School Singapore with 19 other students. The purpose of this program is basically to share each country’s culture and experience the learning process in each school. I had one of the most amazing weeks in my life, because I got a lot of new valuable experiences and friends abroad. That was once in a lifetime chance to experience such things and that’s why I will never forget it.