Serpihan Cahaya
Hidup...
Ketika kau harus masuk ke sebuah lorong
Panjang, gelap, tak tahu harus kemana
Dan ada sesuatu yang menjaga
Kakimu tuk tetap melangkah
Ada saatnya kau berjalan
Menikmati segalanya dengan perlahan
Ada saatnya kau berlari
Mengejar sesuatu yang tak pasti
Ada saatnya kau mundur
Karena tak tahu lagi harus kemana
Tetapi beberapa hal yang pasti
Harapan kan tetap menerangi jalanmu
Sahabat kan tetap menemani langkahmu
Cinta kan tetap mewarnai hidupmu
Masalah menjagamu tetap berdiri
Tuhan kan tetap memastikan, kau percaya ada cahaya... Di ujung lorong ini
Dan, janganlahh sesekali
Berjanji ketika kau bahagia
Berbicara ketika kau marah
Memilih ketika kau sedih
Semua tuk satu alasan, menemukan cahaya di ujung lorong
Dan pada saatnya kau sampai
Kau pun kan lihat... Padang indah
Dimana terbentang cita-cita dan tujuan
Terbentang harapan dan kebahagiaan
Akhir dari perjalanan panjang
Melalui beribu persimpangan
Kemudian akhirnya kau percaya
Semua itu tak sia-sia
Senin, 31 Desember 2012
Minggu, 30 Desember 2012
A poem of my friend
Kamu
Oleh: Fherly Aulia
Ketika tidak terbesit sedikit pun akan berubah
Dan ketika semua itu menjadi tak berguna
Kau datang seakan-akan menjanjikan perubahan
Bagaikan air dikala kekeringan
Bagaikan angin dikala kepanasan
Kau bagaikan setitik harapan yang hadir ketika sebuah keputus asaan menyerang
Kau membuat semuanya aman seakan-akan tidak ada yg salah
Disaat itu juga aku berfikir
Kau mungkin pantas menjadi setitik harapan itu
Dan kini kau ada untuk mewujudkan harapan itu
Harapan untuk dapat menjadi milikmu selamanya
Rabu, 28 November 2012
Story sharing
I found this story quite heart touching...
After 21 years of marriage, my wife wanted me to take another woman out to dinner and a movie. She said, “I love you, but I know this other woman loves you and would love to spend some time with you.”
The other woman that my wife wanted me to visit was my MOTHER, who has been a widow for 19 years, but the demands of my work and my three children had made it possible to visit her only occasionally
. That night I called to invite her to go out for dinner and a movie. “What’s wrong, are you well?” she asked.
My mother is the type of woman who suspects that a late night call or a surprise invitation is a sign of bad news. “I thought that it would be pleasant to spend some time with you,” I responded. “Just the two of us.” She thought about it for a moment, and then said, “I would like that very much.”
That Friday after work, as I drove over to pick her up I was a bit nervous. When I arrived at her house, I noticed that she, too, seemed to be nervous about our date. She waited in the door with her coat on. She had curled her hair and was wearing the dress that she had worn to celebrate her last wedding anniversary. She smiled from a face that was as radiant as an angel’s. “I told my friends that I was going to go out with my son, and they were impressed, “she said, as she got into the car. “They can’t wait to hear about our meeting.”
We went to a restaurant that, although not elegant, was very nice and cozy. My mother took my arm as if she were the First Lady. After we sat down, I had to read the menu. Her eyes could only read large print. Half way through the entries, I lifted my eyes and saw Mom sitting there staring at me. A nostalgic smile was on her lips. “It was I who used to have to read the menu when you were small,” she said. “Then it’s time that you relax and let me return the favor,” I responded. During the dinner, we had an agreeable conversation – nothing extraordinary but catching up on recent events of each other’s life. We talked so much that we missed the movie. As we arrived at her house later, she said, “I’ll go out with you again, but only if you let me invite you.” I agreed.
“How was your dinner date?” asked my wife when I got home. “Very nice. Much more so than I could have imagined,” I answered.
A few days later, my mother died of a massive heart attack. It happened so suddenly that I didn't have a chance to do anything for her. Some time later, I received an envelope with a copy of a restaurant receipt from the same place mother and I had dined. An attached note said: “I paid this bill in advance. I wasn't sure that I could be there; but nevertheless, I paid for two plates – one for you and the other for your wife. You will never know what that night meant for me. I love you, son.”
At that moment, I understood the importance of saying in time: “I LOVE YOU” and to give our loved ones the time that they deserve. Nothing in life is more important than your family. Give them the time they deserve, because these things cannot be put off till “some other time.”
Don't Forget To Share, If It Impresses You
After 21 years of marriage, my wife wanted me to take another woman out to dinner and a movie. She said, “I love you, but I know this other woman loves you and would love to spend some time with you.”
The other woman that my wife wanted me to visit was my MOTHER, who has been a widow for 19 years, but the demands of my work and my three children had made it possible to visit her only occasionally
. That night I called to invite her to go out for dinner and a movie. “What’s wrong, are you well?” she asked.
My mother is the type of woman who suspects that a late night call or a surprise invitation is a sign of bad news. “I thought that it would be pleasant to spend some time with you,” I responded. “Just the two of us.” She thought about it for a moment, and then said, “I would like that very much.”
That Friday after work, as I drove over to pick her up I was a bit nervous. When I arrived at her house, I noticed that she, too, seemed to be nervous about our date. She waited in the door with her coat on. She had curled her hair and was wearing the dress that she had worn to celebrate her last wedding anniversary. She smiled from a face that was as radiant as an angel’s. “I told my friends that I was going to go out with my son, and they were impressed, “she said, as she got into the car. “They can’t wait to hear about our meeting.”
We went to a restaurant that, although not elegant, was very nice and cozy. My mother took my arm as if she were the First Lady. After we sat down, I had to read the menu. Her eyes could only read large print. Half way through the entries, I lifted my eyes and saw Mom sitting there staring at me. A nostalgic smile was on her lips. “It was I who used to have to read the menu when you were small,” she said. “Then it’s time that you relax and let me return the favor,” I responded. During the dinner, we had an agreeable conversation – nothing extraordinary but catching up on recent events of each other’s life. We talked so much that we missed the movie. As we arrived at her house later, she said, “I’ll go out with you again, but only if you let me invite you.” I agreed.
“How was your dinner date?” asked my wife when I got home. “Very nice. Much more so than I could have imagined,” I answered.
A few days later, my mother died of a massive heart attack. It happened so suddenly that I didn't have a chance to do anything for her. Some time later, I received an envelope with a copy of a restaurant receipt from the same place mother and I had dined. An attached note said: “I paid this bill in advance. I wasn't sure that I could be there; but nevertheless, I paid for two plates – one for you and the other for your wife. You will never know what that night meant for me. I love you, son.”
At that moment, I understood the importance of saying in time: “I LOVE YOU” and to give our loved ones the time that they deserve. Nothing in life is more important than your family. Give them the time they deserve, because these things cannot be put off till “some other time.”
Don't Forget To Share, If It Impresses You
Selasa, 27 November 2012
Senin, 26 November 2012
The Red Sea, is it really red?
The red sea is located between Asia and Africa. When you
look at the list of seas that exist on the planet, the red sea is the only sea
that exists in the southern-most region in relation to other seas.
Why called red sea?
The name red sea has been a translation that is related to
its location. But, interestingly, the name red was originally used to refer to
direction, as was the practice in ancient times in that area, to use colors in
referring to directions. Thus, red is south and one of the famous kings had
been quoted freely replacing red for south, while black was used to refer to
the north.
Facts and figures
It is estimated that the red sea covers up to 438 000 square
kilometers of area and has a length of about 2250 kilometers. This is even much
longer and bigger in area than many European countries. On average, this sea
has a depth of 490 meters. But many have argued that it has to be much higher
than that because the deepest part of this sea has a depth of 2.2 kilometers.
Additionally, the measurements that have been taken along the width of this sea
have varied figures. This data shows that the widest part of this sea has a
width which goes up to 355 kilometers.
The red sea has also been noted for its having many shallow
areas that support many species of aquatic animals or aquatic life in its
variety. Thus, it has been estimated that, apart from the rich corals supported
along the rich areas of this sea, there are over a thousand species of aquatic
animals living in it. Besides these facts, the red sea is associated with the
rich biblical history with the Israelites. This is the only sea where the
miracle of parting a sea in two was performed and has never been repeated
anywhere after that.
Source: Yes I Know That
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Who invented Paper
Paper today is
produced across the world whereby the cellulose pulp (moist fibers) derived
from wood, grasses or rags is pressed together and subsequently dried into flexible
sheets.
Who invented Paper:
There has been much
debate on who invented paper with many theories doing the rounds. One such
popular belief was that the paper has its origins in ancient Egypt. This belief
took its roots as the word “paper” came from the word “papyrus”, a plant found
in abundance in Egypt.
The First known
person who invented paper:
As per recorded
history and as most commonly acknowledged, paper and the pulp paper-making
process were said to be developed in China during the early 2nd century AD by
Tsai Lun.
How he made paper:
He is said to be the
first to create a thin, flat sheet or tissue primarily from bark, hemp, or
rags. In fact, the elements of this ancient Chinese method are still used in
modern paper mills. This style of Chinese paper making then spread to the West,
Japan, Egypt and Europe, where it is said to have been introduced in Spain
around AD 1100.
Modifications in
creation process:
By the 1400s paper
was being made throughout Europe, but it was three centuries later in the late
1700s that paper was being produced in long, continuous rolls. In 1798 a French
paper mill clerk invented a machine that could make a continuous sheet of
paper, that too of different sizes and shapes, from wood pulp. This machine was
subsequently improved and patented by English paper makers Henry Fourdrinier
and Sealy Fourdrinier in 1807. This invention is considered crucial to the
development of newspapers.
Man first wrote on
rocks, cave walls, wood, stone tablets, clay, tree barks, and several other
materials. The invention of paper is undoubtedly a major contribution to man’s
evolution from its primitive past to modern civilization. The paper is an
imperative part of man’s day-to-day life, be it as a child or as an adult. Even
in this modern computer and internet age, we still rely heavily on paper.
However, the receding greens and other environmental concerns have created a
lobby for `paper-less offices’ and judicious use of paper.
Other than
paper-making, the invention of gunpowder, printing and the compass have also
been made in ancient China and all of these together are considered as the
`Four Great Inventions’ of China.
Source: Yes I Know That
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7 most unusual deaths in the history
It is a universal fact that everyone in this world has to
die one day. Although naturally, a man can be died in several ways, i.e.
diseases, murders, accidents and many others but in history, there are many
cases in which the victims died unfortunately in very unusual and different
ways.In this post, we are going to list some of these unusual ways.
Jose Luis Ochoa
Where: California, USA
When: 2011
Jose Luis Ochoa was a common man from California who killed by an armed cock while seeing a cock fight. He was stabbed by a cock during the fight which had knives attached in its limbs. He immediately shifted to a hospital but due to serious injuries, he died within two hours.
When: 2011
Jose Luis Ochoa was a common man from California who killed by an armed cock while seeing a cock fight. He was stabbed by a cock during the fight which had knives attached in its limbs. He immediately shifted to a hospital but due to serious injuries, he died within two hours.
Li Bai
Where: Yangtze River, China
When: 762
Li Bai was one of the most recognized poets of China. He died in such a strange way that people can hardly believe on it. According to the sources, one night, he was traveling in a boat in Yangtze River when he tried to kiss the reflection of the moon in water and suddenly lost his balance, which resulted in his death by drowning in water.
When: 762
Li Bai was one of the most recognized poets of China. He died in such a strange way that people can hardly believe on it. According to the sources, one night, he was traveling in a boat in Yangtze River when he tried to kiss the reflection of the moon in water and suddenly lost his balance, which resulted in his death by drowning in water.
Charles II of Navarre
Where: Pamplona
When: 1387
Charles II was the king of Navarre (currently Northern Spain) from 1349 to 1387. His unfortunate death is the terrible one in the list. In fact, a treatment suggested by his physician led him to death. His limbs were in a state of decay, and his physician suggested him to be wrapped up from head to foot in a linen cloth soaked in brandy. After completion of this whole process, the nurse who wrapped him up with the bandages, showed the candle to the final thread instead of cutting it with scissors. The cloth immediately caught fire and Charles II burnt alive in his palace.
When: 1387
Charles II was the king of Navarre (currently Northern Spain) from 1349 to 1387. His unfortunate death is the terrible one in the list. In fact, a treatment suggested by his physician led him to death. His limbs were in a state of decay, and his physician suggested him to be wrapped up from head to foot in a linen cloth soaked in brandy. After completion of this whole process, the nurse who wrapped him up with the bandages, showed the candle to the final thread instead of cutting it with scissors. The cloth immediately caught fire and Charles II burnt alive in his palace.
John Kendrick
Where: Hawaii, USA
When: 1794
John Kendrick was an American sea captain during many wars and sea explorations. During a small battle, John Kendrick helped the chief of Hawaii, and they successfully beat the invaders. The next morning, John Kendrick fired a thirteen-gun salute to the Hawaiian chief and in response Hawaiian chief also fired to salute back but unfortunately, one of the canons was loaded with the real grapeshot which directly hit the ship of John Kendrick, and he along with some other men died on the spot.
When: 1794
John Kendrick was an American sea captain during many wars and sea explorations. During a small battle, John Kendrick helped the chief of Hawaii, and they successfully beat the invaders. The next morning, John Kendrick fired a thirteen-gun salute to the Hawaiian chief and in response Hawaiian chief also fired to salute back but unfortunately, one of the canons was loaded with the real grapeshot which directly hit the ship of John Kendrick, and he along with some other men died on the spot.
Clement Vallandigham
Where: Ohio
When: 1871
Clement Vallandigham was a lawyer and a politician. He died very unluckily when he accidentally shot himself with a pistol. He was trying to prove that the victim shot himself while grabbing a pistol from his pocket. Vallandigham himself performed all the steps, but he didn’t know that the pistol is loaded and shot himself. He proved his point and the defendant later released from the jail but unfortunately Vallandigham was not there to enjoy his victory.
When: 1871
Clement Vallandigham was a lawyer and a politician. He died very unluckily when he accidentally shot himself with a pistol. He was trying to prove that the victim shot himself while grabbing a pistol from his pocket. Vallandigham himself performed all the steps, but he didn’t know that the pistol is loaded and shot himself. He proved his point and the defendant later released from the jail but unfortunately Vallandigham was not there to enjoy his victory.
Jack Daniel
Where: Tennessee, USA
When: 1911
Jack Daniel was the founder of a distillery where he used to separate the different mixtures that were used to make whiskey. One day, he was trying to open his safe, but he didn’t remember the combination of the safe locks, and in anger, he hit the safe with his toe. Unfortunately, his toe injured seriously, and later it caused blood poisoning that let him to death.
When: 1911
Jack Daniel was the founder of a distillery where he used to separate the different mixtures that were used to make whiskey. One day, he was trying to open his safe, but he didn’t remember the combination of the safe locks, and in anger, he hit the safe with his toe. Unfortunately, his toe injured seriously, and later it caused blood poisoning that let him to death.
Kenji Urada
Where: Japan
When: 1981
Keji Urada maintenance engineer in a Kawasaki plant in Japan was the first person ever to be killed by a robot. He was working on a faulty robot and was trying to turn it off, but he failed to do so. That results in his death when the robot’s hydraulic arm pushed him to the grinding machine where he died immediately.
When: 1981
Keji Urada maintenance engineer in a Kawasaki plant in Japan was the first person ever to be killed by a robot. He was working on a faulty robot and was trying to turn it off, but he failed to do so. That results in his death when the robot’s hydraulic arm pushed him to the grinding machine where he died immediately.
Source: Yes I Know That
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What is a Time Zone
A time zone has been defined as a region within which the
time is considered to be the same. This synchronizing of time is mainly
employed to make sure that people living in the same country will have the same
time within which they plan their activities.
How many time zones are there in the world
There are about forty time zones around the world. These
time zones are synchronized using what is known as the UTC or standard time.
Therefore, the time zones range from UTC–12 to UTC+14. The rest of the times
are synchronized within those limits. The main importance of the time zone is
that when you are visiting a city for the first time, you will be able to know
what time of the day it is and what they are likely to be doing once you know
what time it will be when you arrive.
How it works
In order to determine these time zones, it has been
established that whenever you move between latitudes that are spaced at 15 degrees,
you gain or lose an hour depending on where you are going. Thus, if you are
moving to the West, you are losing time by the same rate – one hour per 15
degree movement. While if you are moving towards the east you are gaining time.
But since time zones are mainly important for legal, social and commercial
purposes, you may find that a lot of importance has been attached to making
sure that you make use of the correct time zone for your country or region.
The giant countries have many latitudes crossing them at
different points. Therefore, you may find that such countries do not have one
time zone. But they can have many time zones, as well as one at the very center
of the whole country. Therefore, depending on which city you have visited, you
would know the time zone they are using and reset your body watch so that you
time your activities accordingly.
Amazing facts about time zones:
France has most time zones than any other country in the
world and is leading with 12 time zones while United states has 11 and Russia
has 9 time zones.
Geographically China has five time zones but officially they
have only one time zone.
Almost every village had its own time zone till 1800 based
on their own clocks synchronized with solar noon.
Daylight saving time or summer time is a terminology which
is being used in many countries in Summer to utilize more sunlight by
forwarding their clocks by one hour.
Source: Yes I Know That
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