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Birthdays in Kampung Bugis

Posted on May 12, 2011 by admin

Birthday season is here again in Kampung Bugis. Yesterday was Sam’s 15th, in a few weeks is Su’s somethingth, another few weeks and mine comes up, the next day Mercedes’ and a month later Rebecca. An expensive three months for … Continue reading →

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The National Exams are Here Once Again

Posted on April 18, 2011 by admin

It’s that time of the year when Indonesian students in grades 6, 9, and 12 undergo the national exams. Stress levels for students and teachers are up, and the Education Minister, Muhammad Nuh, is busy defending the widely criticized exams … Continue reading →

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More Birthdays, an Anniversary, Continuing Construction and Ramadan

Posted on August 28, 2010 by admin

Last week was Rebecca’s 17th birthday and that ended the birthday party season for us that started in May. The next birthday is my eldest son’s, but as he’s in America that one doesn’t involve a party. Next party is … Continue reading →

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Back from Jogya and Indonesia Shoots Itself in the Foot Again

Posted on April 1, 2010 by admin

My eldest daughter and I made it back from our trip to Jogya. She clearly loves the idea of living and studying there, while I keep wondering about how much this is going to cost me and also hoping that … Continue reading →

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