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18 Drawings You'll Swear Are Actual Photographs

Take a look at the image above. Pretty surreal. At first glance (or second, or third), it looks like a photograph — maybe a little faded, compared to most high-definition shots we're now used to, but a photograph nonetheless. Right?

It's actually a ball point pen drawing by Portuguese artist Samuel Silva, based on Kristina Taraina's photograph "Redhead Girl." Silva used seven different colored pens and spent nearly 30 hours to recreate the photo.

Take a look at a few of Silva's other illustrations, as well as works from Miguel Endara, Paul Cadden and Dirk Dzimirsky. Some used ballpoint pens, while others worked with graphite and charcoal. However, they all have one thing in common: these incredible works are definitely not photographs.

Ballpoint Pen

Pencil 

Charcoal

Source: Mashable

What's Your Birth Number?

My number is 7

Once you have discovered your Birth Number. Put your number in as a comment below for us to know who we are.

Have fun! Your birth date describes who we are, what we are good at and what our inborn abilities are. It also points to what we have to learn and the challenges we are facing.

To figure out your Birth Number, add all the numbers in the Birth Date together, like in the example, until there is only one digit. A Birth Number does not prevent you from being anything you want to be, it will just color your choice differently and give you a little insight.

Example:
October 17, 1996
10 + 17 + 1996 = 2023
2 + 0 + 2 + 3 = 7

Keep going until you end up with a single digit number. 2 is the Birth Number to read for the birth date in the example.


#1 THE ORIGINATOR
#2 THE PEACEMAKER
#3 THE LIFE OF THE PARTY
#4 THE CONSERVATIVE
#5 THE NONCONFORMIST
#6 THE ROMANTIC
#7 THE INTELLECTUAL
#8 THE BIG SHOT
#9 THE PERFORMER


# 1 - THE ORIGINATOR

1 's are originals. Coming up with new ideas and executing them is natural. Having things! their own way is another trait that gets them as being stubborn and arrogant. 1's are extremely honest and do well to learn some diplomacy skills. They like to take the initiative and are often leaders or bosses! , as they like to be the best. Being self-employed is definitely helpful for them. Lesson to learn: Others' ideas might be just as good or better and to stay open minded.

Famous 1's: Tom Hanks, Robert Redford, Hulk Hogan, Carol Burnett, Wynona Judd, Nancy Reagan, Raquel Welch.


#2 - THE PEACEMAKER

2's are the born diplomats. They are aware of others' needs and moods and often think of others before themselves. Naturally analytical and very intuitive they don't like to be alone. Friendship and companionship is very important and can lead them to be successful in life, but on the other hand they'd rather be alone than in an uncomfortable relationship. Being naturally shy they should learn to boost their self-esteem and express themselves freely and seize the moment and not put things off.

Famous 2's: President Bill Clinton, Madonna, Whoopee Goldberg, Thomas Edison, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.


# 3 - THE LIFE OF THE PARTY

3's are idealists. They are very creative, social, charming, romantic, and easygoing. They start many things, but don't always see them through. They like others to be happy and go to great lengths to achieve it. They are very popular and idealistic. They should learn to see the world from a more realistic point of view.

Famous 3's: Alan Alder, Ann Landers, Bill Cosby, Melanie Griffith, Karen Roundbutt, Salv! ador Dali, Jodi Foster


# 4 - THE CONSERVATIVE

4's are sensible and traditional. They like order and routine. They only act when they fully understand what they are expected to do. They like getting their hands dirty and working hard. They are attracted to the outdoors and feel an affinity with nature. They are prepared to wait and can be stubborn and persistent. They should learn to be more flexible and to be nice to themselves.

Famous 4's: Neil Diamond, Margaret Thatcher, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tina Turner, Paul Hogan, Oprah Winfrey


# 5 - THE NONCONFORMIST

5's are the explorers. Their natural curiosity, risk taking, and enthusiasm often land t! hem in hot water. They need diversity, and don't like to be stuck in a rut. The whole world is their school and they see a learning possibility in every situation. The questions never stop. They are well advised to look before they take action and make sure they have all the facts before jumping to conclusions.

Famous 5's: Abraham Lincoln, Charlotte Bronte, Jessica Walter, Vincent VanGogh, Bette Midler, Helen Keller and Mark Hail.


# 6 - THE ROMANTIC

6's are idealistic and need to feel useful to be happy. A strong family connection is important to them. Their actions influence their decisions. They have a strong urge to take care of others and to help.They are very loyal and make great teachers! They like art or music. They make loyal friends who take the friendship seriously. 6's should learn to differentiate between what they can change and what they cannot.

Famous 6's: Albert Einstein, Jane Seymour, John Denver, Merlyn Steep, Christopher Columbus, Goldie Hawn


#7 - THE INTELLECTUAL

7's are the searchers. Always probing for hidden information, they find it difficult to accept things at face value. Emotions don't sway their decisions. Questioning everything in life, they don't like to be questioned themselves. They're never off to a fast start, and their motto is slow and steady wins the race. They come across as philosophers and being very knowledgeable, and sometimes as loners. They are technically inclined and make great researchers uncovering information. They like secrets. They live in their own world and should learn what is acceptable and what's not in the world at large.

Famous 7's: William Shakespeare, Lucille Ball, Michael Jackson, Joan Baez, Princess Diana


# 8 - THE BIG SHOT

8's are the problem solvers. They are professional, blunt and to the point, have good judgment and are decisive. They have grand plans and like to live the good life. They take charge of people. They view people objectively. They let you know in no uncertain terms that they are the boss. They should learn to exude their decisions on their own
needs rather than on what others want.

Famous 8's: Edgar Cayce, Barbara Streisand, George Harrison, Jane Fonda, Pablo Picasso, Aretha Franklin, Nostrodamus


#9 - THE PERFORMER

9's are natural entertainers. They are very caring and generous, giving away their last dollar to help. With their charm, they have no problem making friends and nobody is a stranger to them. They have so many different personalities that people around them have a hard time understanding them. They are like chameleons, ever changing and blending in. They have tremendous luck, but also can suffer from extremes in fortune and mood. To be successful, they need to build a loving foundation.

Famous 9's: Albert Schweitzer, Shirley MacLaine, Harrison Ford, Jimmy Carter, Elvis Presley

Source: Google+

Ramalan Ohh Ramalan

Entah kenapa tiba-tiba gua pengen ngesearch tanggal lahir gua di mbah gugel, terus ada satu website yang gua buka, dan ternyata isinya semacam ramalan gitu. Karena gua orangnya iseng dan kurang kerjaan, jadinya gua mau ngeshare hasilnya disini dehh hahaha... Silahkan dibaca

"Mereka yang angka garis hidupnya 7, berjiwa damai dan penyayang, tapi analitis dan tidak terlalu terbuka. Kekuatan hebat dalam diri Anda terlihat pada dalamnya cara berpikir, Anda selalu mengumpulkan pengetahuan baru dalam setiap hal yang Anda temukan. Seorang intelektual, ilmiah, dan selalu mencari ilmu, Anda tidak akan menerima begitu saja sebuah pandangan tanpa mengetesnya dan memperoleh konklusi sendiri. Angka ini juga bersifat spiritual dan sejak kecil sudah menunjukkan kebijaksanaan. Anda butuh ketenangan agar bisa mengenali isi hati Anda. 
Keramaian, banyak orang, bukan hal yang disukai. 

Dalam bekerja, Anda akan mengerjakannya sampai selesai, karena Anda seorang perfeksionis yang mengharapkan tiap orang memenuhi standar performa yang tinggi. Anda mengevaluasi situasi dengan cepat dan benar. Pengalaman-pengalaman dan intuisi memandu Anda dalam bertindak. Anda tidak mudah percaya pada saran orang lain. Memang dugaan-dugaan Anda seringkali tepat, dan karena Anda tahu benar akan hal ini, Anda selalu mengikutinya. Mudah bagi Anda untuk mengetahui adanya kebohongan dan Anda bisa mengenali mana orang-orang yang jujur, mana yang tidak. Tidak banyak teman Anda, tapi sekali Anda menerima seseorang sebagai teman, itu untuk seumur hidup. Anda sama sekali bukan seseorang yang senang berkumpul dengan orang banyak, dan sikap Anda yang tertutup dianggap sebagai mengambil jarak. Itu tidak benar sama sekali, Anda memang senang menyendiri, jauh dari segala keramaian kehidupan modern. 

Dalam banyak hal, Anda lebih cocok hidup di jaman yang jauh sebelum masa sekarang. Jika energi angka 7 dalam garis hidup ini digunakan secara negatif, Anda menjadi seorang pesimis, tidak pedulian, mudah berselisih, dan penuh rahasia. Bila individu ini tidak menjalani hidup dengan benar dan tidak belajar dari pengalaman, Ia menjadi sebuah pribadi yang sulit karena tidak bisa memikirkan kepentingan orang lain. Kepribadian garis hidup 7 ini egois dan manja. Jika Anda merasa memiliki sifat-sifat ini, sulit untuk menghapusnya dengan mudah karena Anda merasa bahwa sudah seharusnya dunia selalu memperlakukan Anda dengan baik. Untungnya, sifat negatif 7 ini bukanlah karakter yang umum. Emosi angka ini seringkali ekstrim, berada di titik rendah pada satu saat, kemudian tinggi di saat berikutnya. Jarang stabil."

Hasilnya ternyata lumayan akurat, dan gua heran kenapa bisa begitu. Padahal itu website kenal sama gua juga enggak. Bagi yang kepo dan mau nyoba juga silahkan klik link ini. Selamat mencoba.

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"It happened at a New York Airport. This is hilarious. I

wish I had the guts of this girl. An award should go to the United

Airlines gate agent in New York for being smart and funny, while

making her point, when confronted with a passenger who probably

deserved to fly as cargo. For all of you out there who have had to

deal with an irate customer, this one is for you.

A crowded United Airlines flight was canceled. A

single agent was re-booking a long line of inconvenienced travelers.

Suddenly, an angry passenger pushed his way to the desk. He slapped his ticket on the counter and said, "I HAVE to be on this flight and it has to be FIRST CLASS."

The agent replied, "I'm sorry, sir. I'll be happy to try

to help you, but I've got to help these folks first; and then I'm

sure we'll be able to work something out."

The passenger was unimpressed. He asked loudly, so that

the passengers behind him could hear, "DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHO I AM?"

Without hesitating, the agent smiled and grabbed her

public address microphone. "May I have your attention, please?", she began, her voice heard clearly throughout the terminal. "We have a passenger here at Gate 14 WHO DOES NOT KNOW WHO HE IS. If anyone can help him with his identity, please come to Gate 14".

With the folks behind him in line laughing hysterically,

the man glared at the United Airlines agent, gritted his teeth, and said, "F*** You!"

Without flinching, she smiled and said, "I'm sorry sir,

you'll have to get in line for that, too."

Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to

dance in the rain"

Source: Google+

Tree-Transplantation Project

In a meet with the Forest department officials today the Chief Minister Narendra Modi suggested creating awareness about tree-transplantation and symbolizing the tree as a form of a social asset. The officials made a presentation titled ‘Tree Transplantation in Green Gujarat’ before the Chief Minister.

It is noteworthy that the tree-transplantation project of the State’s forest department, the first in the country, has gained impressive success during past four years. Rather than cutting the trees for the developmental issues the State government has taken the route of tree-transplantation. In the transplantation process the trees are lifted from their roots with the use of machines and planted at other places. During past four years about 1799 trees of 47 species, having maximum circumference of 90 cm, have been transplanted using imported hydraulic machines. Out of this, over 85% of trees have been successfully transplanted and have remained alive.

Stressing on the need to demonstrate the process of tree-transplantation in the society the Chief Minister said that protection of trees and environment should become nature of the society. At present the state has three hydraulic pressure machines for tree-transplantation. He insisted on creating awareness about this technique among the public and private sectors, schools, colleges, cities and to seek their participation in using of this method.

Chief Secretary Varesh Sinha, Principal Secretary to Forest and Environment H.K.Das, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister K.Kailasnathan and state’s Principal Chief Forest Conservators were present during the presentation.

Source 

Some souvenirs from a trip

 

These are some shots that I took from an 'unexpected trip'
to Anyer. Simply created by using HDR technique to merge 3 pictures with different exposures into every single of these HDR shots.

JRENG!

Hi guys! Kembali lagi bersama saya di acara... Ups! Kena dehh! #Okesip #Abaikan.

Hari ini baru dapet inspirasi buat di share lagi nihh. Gara-gara waktu ngerjain tugas bahasa Indonesia di rumah Teuku, terus dia nunjukin video si JRENG! yeahh! \m/ Intinya sihh sekarang gua jadi ngefans sama manusia yang satu ini hehehe...

Jadi dikisahkan bahwa ada seorang manusia yang bernama mas Bayu Ardianto. Dia menunjukan bakatnya melalui YouTube dan menamai dirinya sendiri JRENG! haha.

"JRENG! is Bayu Ardianto
Bayu Ardianto sings and plays acoustic guitar, electric guitar, toy synthesizer, bass, drum, tambourine, claps, shaker.
Bayu Ardianto use Electro-Harmonix pedals.
Bayu Ardianto wear Cosmic clothes." 

Kurang lebih begitulah yang sering dia tulis di description video-videonya.
Yang bikin gua ngefans dan kagum sama dia itu adalah bakat sama kreatifitasnya. Karena, dia ngerjain hampir seluruh bagian dari tiap videonya sendiri, mulai dari konsep video, main instrumen, nyanyi, rekaman, sampe ngeditnya pun hampir semuanya dikerjain sendiri (walau sekarang doi udah punya tim, tapi sebagian besar produksi tetep diurus sendiri).

Pokoknya buat lebih jelasnya bisa dicek di channel Youtube-nya yang satu ini Jrengmusic. Diliat yaaa :D *promo dikit*

By the way, anyway, busway... Gua nemu sedikit info lagi tentang si mas Bayu haha

"bayu ardianto keluar dari rahim ibunya di makassar tanggal 8 maret 1984, sempat bersekolah selama 6 bulan di purworejo, kemudian menghabiskan bertahun-tahun bersekolah dari sekolah hingga perguruan tinggi di bandung. berbeda dengan teman-temannya yang rajin menuntut ilmu di bangku kuliah, bayu lebih gemar bermain musik dan bermimpi menjadi seorang musisi professional. sehingga di tengah masa studinya di teknik geodesi, institut teknologi bandung, bayu memutuskan untuk lebih serius mewujudkan mimpinya dan melanjutkan studinya di institut musik indonesia [imi], jakarta.

semester pertama di imi bayu sempat menjadi mahasiswa berprestasi dan mendapatkan peringkat best student. namun di akhir studinya di semester kedua, bayu sangat kecewa dengan sistem pendidikan di sekolah tersebut sehingga bayu memutuskan untuk berhenti sekolah dan memulai sendiri karir musiknya sebagai professional di dunia nyata.

tidak hanya piawai bernyanyi dan mencakar gitar, bayu juga seorang sound engineer dan seorang penulis lagu yang handal. selain karya-karyanya di M.I.G.I, bayu sempat menulis original soundtrack untuk beberapa sinetron lepas produksi salah satu rumah produksi ternama di jakarta."

Dan dibawah ini ada salah satu lagu ciptaan JRENG! yang jadi favorit gua, check it out!

Poorest yet noblest

Sebagian besar politisi di seluruh dunia, termasuk di Indonesia, biasanya memiliki gaya hidup yang berbeda 180 derajat dengan rakyat pemilihnya. Tinggal di rumah mewah, pakaian mahal, mobil mewah, dan gaji besar. Namun, semua hal itu tidak berlaku bagi Presiden Uruguay, Jose Mujica. Sejak dilantik menjadi presiden pada 2010 lalu, politisi berusia 77 tahun ini layak mendapat gelar presiden termiskin di dunia.

Bagaimana tidak, pria bernama lengkap José Alberto Mujica Cordano ini mendonasikan 90 persen gajinya setiap bulan, yaitu 12.000 dollar AS atau hampir Rp 120 juta, untuk berbagai kegiatan amal. Tak hanya itu, pria yang oleh kawan-kawannya dipanggil Pepe ini juga menolak tinggal di kediaman resmi kepresidenan di ibu kota, Montevideo. Mujica lebih memilih tinggal di tanah pertanian di luar ibu kota. Bahkan, jalan menuju kediaman Mujica belum dilapisi aspal.

Tak ada penjagaan ketat pasukan elite kepresidenan. Hanya dua polisi dan anjingnya yang hanya memiliki tiga kaki, Manuela, yang terlihat mengawasi di pintu masuk pertaniannya. Di pertaniannya, Mujica dan istrinya bahkan menanam sendiri bunga-bunga yang menjadi pemasukan baginya. Apa alasan Mujica memilih hidup sederhana meski jabatannya adalah seorang presiden?

Saya disebut presiden termiskin di dunia, tetapi saya tak merasa miskin. Orang miskin adalah mereka yang bekerja hanya untuk menjaga gaya hidup mewahnya dan selalu menginginkan lebih.

-- Jose Mujica

"Hampir seluruh hidup saya habiskan dengan cara seperti ini. Saya bisa hidup baik dengan apa yang saya miliki saat ini," kata Mujica sambil duduk di sebuah kursi tua di kebunnya.

Dengan mendonasikan sebagian besar gajinya sebagai presiden untuk rakyat miskin dan pengusaha kecil, maka setiap bulan Mujica hanya menerima kurang dari Rp 800.000.

Pada 2010, ketika kekayaan pribadinya diumumkan—yang merupakan kewajiban pejabat publik Uruguay, saat itu total kekayaan Mujica hanya 1.000 dollar AS atau kurang dari Rp 10 juta. Uang sebanyak itu hanya bisa digunakan untuk membeli sebuah mobil VW Beetle keluaran 1987.

Setelah dua tahun menjadi presiden, kekayaan Mujica memang bertambah. Itu pun setelah dia menambahkan aset milik istrinya berupa tanah, beberapa traktor, dan sebuah rumah. Kekayaannya mencapai 215.000 dollar AS atau sekitar Rp 2 miliar, masih terbilang miskin untuk seorang kepala negara. Bahkan, kekayaan Wapres Daniel Astori dua pertiga kali lebih besar ketimbang orang nomor satu di negeri juara dunia sepak bola pertama kali itu.

Source: BBC