Hong Kong, 1 Jan 2021 After off-boarded from my project last week, I finally have a proper down time. When I say proper, it means taking few days of annual leave for the first time after the pandemic while not thinking about work. And so, I did a lot of reflections to what happened in … Continue reading 2020: A Year of Growth & Blessings
Struggles as a 92% Extrovert
Hong Kong, 19 Sep 2020 As an extrovert, I do enjoy socials, parties, and being involved in communities because that’s where my energy recharged. For me, staying at home for the whole day is a torture. Most of the time, I need to go out or have other people’s presence. My communication skill is not … Continue reading Struggles as a 92% Extrovert
1 CORPORATE JOB. 2 YEARS. 3 THINGS
21 August 2020 Recently, I celebrated two years workversary (of course no real celebration other than meetings and work) but it's two years in the company and two years into working life. Looking back, I realised I've grown so much since I was a fresh graduate and these are the three things about working life … Continue reading 1 CORPORATE JOB. 2 YEARS. 3 THINGS
#DatingLocal101
Thursday, March 2020 I used to wonder how it feels to have a non-Indo boyfriend, but dating a Hong Kong guy had never crossed my mind because back in university days, no local guys would talk to me (maybe I got into the wrong uni haha). When my boyfriend and I first went on dates, … Continue reading #DatingLocal101
TIPS TO FIND (CRAZY EXPENSIVE) APARTMENT IN HONG KONG
Sunday, 19 March 2019 Looking for house in Hong Kong is not difficult, but the challenge is to find a house that meets your standard within your budget. Yes, be ready to prepare extra budget if you want a decent apartment as you’re now in one of the world’s most expensive cities. Here’s a little … Continue reading TIPS TO FIND (CRAZY EXPENSIVE) APARTMENT IN HONG KONG
Why Named Mickey (Mouse)?
Hong Kong, 31 October 2018 Being named after the most legendary Disney character is definitely something. Thanks to my parents, my name catches a lot of attention, especially when I first meet new people. Here's how the typical conversation and follow-up questions I usually have. Q: Is Mickey your real name? Yes! It's the name given … Continue reading Why Named Mickey (Mouse)?
Short Haircut to Show I’ve Moved On?
Hong Kong, 8 October 2018 Woops! It’s been three months since I have this shortest haircut ever in my life. It has also been fun -- receiving different reactions toward my new hair and answering the same question over and over again: WHY CUT THIS SHORT??!? To make it even more fun, I have two … Continue reading Short Haircut to Show I’ve Moved On?
Dhammamitta #2: Perjalanan
Hong Kong, 16 April 2018 Dalam agamaku, aku belajar bahwa akhir dari perjalanan ini bukanlah surga. Masih akan ada banyak perjalanan-perjalanan berikutnya sampai kami terbebas dari samsara. Buatku, seorang umat biasa, perjalanan ini terasa terlalu panjang dan muluk-muluk. Tetapi aku sadar, perjalanan apapun akan selalu lebih mudah bila kita melangkah bersama-sama. Perjalanan ini tidak melulu … Continue reading Dhammamitta #2: Perjalanan
I Can’t Speak Cantonese, a Curse or Blessing?
Hong Kong, 9th March 2018 Hong Kong is indeed an international city but it doesn't mean everyone speaks English here. The local students around me, shop keepers and colleagues mainly use Cantonese for daily conversations, even if me or other non-cantonese speakers are there. It might sound rude to some of you but it happens a … Continue reading I Can’t Speak Cantonese, a Curse or Blessing?
200% Achieved #BirthdayFundraising
Hong Kong, 28 February 2018 You might be tired reading this but, February has always been my favourite month because my birthday simply falls at the end of it. I'm a person who's always looking forward to celebrations - new year, graduation, birthday, etc. I know it's too early, but since the beginning of the year, … Continue reading 200% Achieved #BirthdayFundraising