How do you want to retire? I want to retire wealthy and healthy. I don't care how far I am currently from that worthy goal but am seriously preparing for that. Karin Sabrina
Author: karin.sabrina.sinambela
Declutter
I'm a sceptic at first... But now I'm converted; decluttering our home is actually able to make us a better person. It's true! No, I'm not selling you Ms. Kondo books but I now understand her message clearly. For the last two weeks, I've been decluttering clothes and all unused items at home. The rule … Continue reading Declutter
Toddler
My question: since when does a toddler need a graduation ceremony from kindergarten? Geesh.... I don't get it at all. They use mortarboards and gowns, we live in a tropical country, mind you, the heat could be so bad and those tiny humans must sit there with double garments while their parents and teachers chit … Continue reading Toddler
Distinct
What notable things happened today? This Friday felt like Monday I visited a modest nursing home today... First time for me, and after that I think a lot about being old. I have a rather lengthy discussion about writing, I am a writer, my job is to write, I will write the things I want … Continue reading Distinct
Rat race
I'm out,I have no desire to follow this rat race amongst workers in this office.I don't care how much you earn in a month, nor how you spend your hard earned salary. I have no wish to sit in your position. And please, it really gives me a headache every time you speak ill about … Continue reading Rat race
Transformers
If you keep your eyes and ears open, life will show you all you need to know. -Elena Transformers; The rise of the beasts
Luxury
What’s the one luxury you can’t live without? Time to be alone, not doing anything in particular, in a quiet setting, preferably with a hot cup of tea.Karin Sabrina
Comparison
I just read something interesting, about comparison. I just read a book about stock valuation, so it says: in order to have a clear view about a company that we think could serve as a good investment, we should compare the financial report of that company, to other companies from the same field. Let's say … Continue reading Comparison
Storm
Calm before the storm, I used to think this way whenever my life seems "flat" or happy or in a "usual" state. By thinking like this I didn't fully appreciate every moment, I didn't appreciate the regular days because I worried that a storm was peeking, ready to surprise me at any time. Whenever I'm … Continue reading Storm
Memories
Mom n me, East Aceh, circa 1984, Indonesia All memories are sweet, it only takes time to understand this. Karin Sabrina