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My Youth Crushes, a Contemplation on “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”

 Taken from imdb.com. Image courtesy of Netflix. 

Who has watched Netflix’s movie adaptation from a best-selling novel with the same title, “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”?

Who did get the euphoria after watching it?

Who did go back in time to teenage life and its sweet time of having a crush on boy(s)?

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[NEW BLOG POST] Transition into Motherhood: In Between Happiness and Baby Blues

My transition into motherhood wasn’t as fabulous as Instagram pictures I saw on my feed. I had too many emotions at the first moment I held my baby. I was overwhelmed. I was happy, yet, at the same time, I was… worried. Continue Reading >>

[NEW BLOG POST] The Day Aisha was Born

Dear Aisha our firstborn,

February 8th, 2018 is one of the most memorable days for Mama, Papa, your Grandparents, and those who love you. This date will be celebrated as your birthday later in the future. You will receive congratulatory messages from your friends, a celebratory family dinner, and sometimes a surprise party every year. Continue Reading >>

[NEW BLOG POST] Being a Pregnant Woman in Portugal: the Administration & Check Up

Maternity Book or Boletim de Saudé da Grávida

I came to Portugal when I was in my second trimester of pregnancy. I had had several checkups at the OB/GYN every month when I was in Indonesia, but then I need to continue my checkups here in Portugal. Having said so, different country, different rule, and standard. I was lucky that I met some Indonesian friends who had given birth in Portugal…

[NEW BLOG POST] A Pregnant Woman's Reflection: Adeus, Second Trimester!

Adeus, my I-am-feeling-awesome-everyday second trimester and Olá, my I-am-getting-heavier third trimester!

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I’m 28 and Embracing My (Soon) New Long-Term Career

  It was October 25th for the 18th 28th time last week!

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[NEW BLOG POST] People Say, Life Changes After Marriage?

Some people said, life changes after marriage. Does it really change? How far does marriage change the married couple?

Well, does marriage change me?

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[NEW BLOG POST] We Have Moved to a New City!

  Bandung was never empty during the weekend, especially that Saturday. Prior to my departure on Sunday afternoon, my husband and I planned to settle some things up. Our plan included getting a haircut (this was very important because haircut was much more expensive compared to one in Indonesia), copying some important documents, and eating Bakmi Akungfor lunch. He drove me with his motorcycle…

[NEW BLOG POST] How Did It Feel to Return to My Second "Home" Called Porto?

I AM HOME!!!

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At the beginning of June, nothing excited me most than getting my Portugal VISA on hand. I had a mixed feeling towards this trip to Porto compared to one I had in 2012. I was married and I had to leave my husband for around 10 days. On the other side, I was THAAAAT excited to reunite with my friends and colleagues in Porto. Barbara, Silvia, and Thiago, my bestfriends from Portugal…

When Mrs. OMG! is No Longer a Miss

Six weeks have passed since the incredible April 29th, 2017 — was saved on my calendar as my wedding day. My husband, my family, & I didn’t use any Javanese calculation in deciding the date. We planned it based on several considerations, including how far do we were ready to get married and most importantly, the venue’s availability.

How We Met Each Other

Both my husband & I didn’t post any…

Let’s Find Out the Future Groom’s Two Favorite Solo Cuisines

In Front of Pasar Gede during the Chinese New Year Celebration

The future groom’s (still countable) visits to Solo has left much more impressions on him more than the feeling of being a future groom of a Solonese bride. Well, he is maybe in his nervous state because he is having his wedding vow in a couple of days. The future groom, whom everyone called as Anwari, cannot miss these two cuisines…

[NEW BLOG POST] NABS X @ettasekar: POP! in #Singapore

Shopping, this might be the first word adhered to Singapore. But I believe the country could offer me more than just shopping fiesta. I was indeed lucky to collaborate with an artsy travelmate namely @ettasekar, who surprisingly had the same taste with me regarding Singapore. We never had in mind to visit those mainstream places during our visit. Instead, what we did was mural and colorful old…

[NEW BLOG POST] BDG in #XT10: My Impression of Fujifilm X-T10 and XF 35mm F2 R WR

It has been almost a month of experiencing Fujifilm X-T10 with my hands. Going directly to the street to capture BDG citizens’ activities was the best way to know more about what X-T10 could offer me.

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[NEW BLOG POST] What did I get for Myself to Celebrate the Oct 25th

You are used to get tons of birthday presents from your friends. But when was the last time you gave yourself a birthday present?

I am indeed very lucky. I have my families and friends around on my special day —Well, actually I don’t want to call it a special day since it reminds me if I am getting a year older. Their presence are more than enough and sometimes, having them tricked or surprised…

[NEW BLOG POST] Makeup Review: A Week of Red Lipstick Galore

What could be sweeter than a large-sized cup of your favorite ice cream filled with colorful sprinkles and marshmallows? It’s a sweet package of red lipsticks! My excitement arose when I found 2 lip tints, 1 lipstick, and 2 lip balms inside @arundati.id white paper bag. Without further ado, I planned my whole week outfit aligned with lip colors I would use.

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[NEW BLOG POST] A Huge Tourist Trap Called Malacca, yet an Interesting One

Reddish buildings with a familiar Portuguese architecture caught my attention when I was scrolling my social media feed. I clicked on the location my friend checked in to then I found out about Malacca, declared as UNESCO World Heritage in 2008.

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[NEW BLOG POST] From Malaysia with Style

I am so INTO fashion. I often express myself with clothes but I never categorised what kind of style I am into nor following the current trends. My goal is as simply as dress the dress that makes me happy (and looks taller!). Travelling and fashion are a perfect duo to maximise my happiness. This time, I fixed my eyes on Malaysia.

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