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Many Paths, Yet We Meet

“Different steps can still lead us to the same place.”   Setelah Sophie akhirnya bangun, saya naik ke lantai atas. Chloe sudah lebih dulu berada di dapur, masih dengan rambut sedikit berantakan sambil menuangkan air ke gelasnya.   Dari lantai atas terdengar...

There Is No Single Rhythm To Life

“Not every step has to match for two paths to move in the same direction.”   Saya membuka jendela sedikit lebih lebar dan membiarkan udara pagi masuk bersama suara kendaraan dari jalan depan. Cahaya mentari mulai masuk melalui celah tirai dan perlahan jatuh ke...

Ordinary Routines Become Memories We Keep

“One day, we may look back and miss the ordinary days we never thought twice about.”   Pagi harinya, saya kembali membuka pintu kamar mereka. Secercah sinar matahari masuk melalui celah kecil di antara tirai yang belum sepenuhnya tertutup.   Udara kamar...
Every Corner of The World Holds The Seed of a Home

Every Corner of The World Holds The Seed of a Home

"Home is where the heart finds peace, even if the roof is different."   Michael terus menatap mesin pengering yang berputar, seperti sedang berbicara dengan pikirannya sendiri. Akhirnya, dia bersuara, "Kamu tahu, saat pertama kali tiba di sini, saya berpikir...

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Our Feet May Wander, But Love Anchors Us To Home

Our Feet May Wander, But Love Anchors Us To Home

"A home is a place you grow up wanting to leave, and grow old wanting to get back to." – John Ed Pearce   Udara di Basel saat winter terasa menggigit hingga ke tulang, seakan seluruh dunia dibekukan dalam hening yang kelabu. Langit yang sedari pagi dipenuhi awan...

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When you Compare, You Despair

When you Compare, You Despair

"We are all stars and we deserve to twinkle." — Marilyn Monroe   Di tengah keramaian tradeshow, usai berinteraksi dengan para exhibitor, saya kembali melangkah dengan penuh rasa ingin tahu. Saat mendekat, perhiasan mereka berkilau di bawah cahaya dan bertanya...

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Happiness Lies Between Aspiration and Acceptance

Happiness Lies Between Aspiration and Acceptance

“It’s not aiming high that sets you up for a let-down. It’s floating on ideal while failing to identify good enough.” Adam Grant   Setelah menutup telephone dari salah satu buyer di Jepang, perlahan rasa panik yang awalnya membanjiri pikiran saya mulai mereda,...

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Shouganai, It Is What It Is

Shouganai, It Is What It Is

“The art of living is knowing when to say Shouganai.”   Dini hari yang hening saat San Francisco berbalut kabut tipis, seolah kota ini merangkul perlahan sebelum membiarkan saya melangkah pergi. Saat membuka jendela, angin dingin yang menyusuri jalanan membelai...

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When Things Go Wrong, it’s a Lesson in Disguise

When Things Go Wrong, it’s a Lesson in Disguise

“Has something made you sad? It’s the school of life trying to teach you an important lesson. When you feel ready, take the time to understand the lesson.” Haemin Sunim   Di tengah hiruk pikuk di NAIA airport, saya dan Sophie masih terjebak, terkurung dalam...

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Mindfulness is Being Fully Aware and Accepting the Present

Mindfulness is Being Fully Aware and Accepting the Present

"The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it."  Thich Nhat Hanh   Embun pagi dari luar jendela terlihat menemani saya dan Sophie  di tengah sesaknya para penumpang yang terjebak di NAIA airport, Manila. Kursi terasa...

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Every Stressful Moment Carries a Hidden Gift Within It

Every Stressful Moment Carries a Hidden Gift Within It

"There is a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in." — Leonard Cohen   Mentari yang memulas langit di Hat Yai perlahan memudar menemani langkah saya, Chloe dan Mbak Patsy menuju night market. Saat ayunan kaki makin dekat, kami langsung disambut oleh...

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