• On being a partner in a relationship

    On being a partner in a relationship

    Because a relationship is supposed to be that: A relationship. Not some sort of emotional gymnastics exercise. Continue reading

  • On tracking our progress

    On tracking our progress

    I used to have an Apple Watch, until I gave it to my son along with my old iPhone. I found myself not suitable for wearing Apple Watch — note the wording and the sentence there. In fact, I don’t think I can wear wristwatch ? My skin will get itchy really fast, and it… Continue reading

  • Visitors

    Visitors

    One of the funniest ironies I ever endured was (or is?) whenever foreign friends (not residing in Indonesia or Malaysia) asked me/told me, “hey! I went to this so-and-so place in your country!” while me, an Indonesian and an Indonesian-in-Malaysia-since-2014, is actually never been to that place. “Hey, Retno! I’m in Indonesia right now! I’m… Continue reading

  • Cold update

    It has been… 2 days? 3 days? And the flu stil persists. At this point, this is no longer “common cold”, man. This is either flu or upper respiratory tract infection. The fever has been REALLY annoying. I’m fine with 38-39°C fever for one day, AND ONE DAY, only. The “fever”, though, has been hovering… Continue reading

  • Honey citron

    Honey citron

    A must-have whenever cold creeps in. I had to take AFK (Away From Keyboard/day-off) today as I started feeling some itchiness on my throat. Sure enough, my temperature hits 37.8°C earlier today. Honey citron is perfect not only when you are in need of citrus boost, but you can make it as cold beverage too.… Continue reading