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Denpasar-Bali, Indonesia - 16th February 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Hello Mum..
After long journey from USA to Indonesia, today, finally iam arrived in Bali, one of the tropical island in Indonesia
Linda, my new host, and her TVs - Bima and Sena, also another TVs that stay in Bali ( Konrad, Ferdi-Fuch, Hans-Gunther, Capote, Kruppchen, Biba, Kioko, Franz-Ferdinand and Hemming ) welcomed me.
Now, iam ready for my next journey, to see a different things in Bali-Indonesia
Love
M-B
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Posted Feb 16, 2013, 8:18 am
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BajraSandhi-Bali, Indonesia - 23rd February 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Dear Mum
Here iam at Bajra Sandhi Monument, one of the iconic building in Denpasar, capital city of Bali.
The architecture of the monument is very unique, taking the shape of Bajra or Genta, a bell that used by Hindu Priests during religious ceremonies. It is also a symbol of the bond between males and females that creates prosperity according to the epic that tells the story of the Gods struggle to get the Water of Eternity.
Every statue and each carving in the monument compound has its own meaning. The whole of the monument symbolizes Mount Mandara where, according to the epic Mahabarath, the Gods had a battle with giants fighting for the Water of Eternity
Love
M-B
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Posted Feb 24, 2013, 12:04 am
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Sanur Beach-Bali (Part 1 ), Indonesia - 22nd March 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Dear Mom
Today i went to the Sanur Beach, one of famous beach , located in Denpasar, capital city of Bali
Picture number 2, was taken in front of PURA or Hindu Temple, to protect human from all bad things from the sea. Picture number 6 is Mystical Guardian Statue, complete with his weapon. Picture number 8 is JUKUNG or traditional little ship from Bali. And Picture number 10 is the name of the village
PS: to be continue to part 2
Love
MB
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Posted Mar 22, 2013, 1:28 pm
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Sanur Beach-Bali (Part 2 ), Indonesia - 5th April 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Dear Mom
Still in Sanur Beach
I take a picture with CANANG SARI in the beach and in Jukung.
Canang sari is one of the daily offerings made by Balinese Hindus to thank the Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa in praise and prayer. Canang sari will be seen in the Balinese temples (pura), on small shrines in houses, and on the ground or as a part of a larger offering. The phrase canang sari is derived from the Balinese words sari (essence) and canang (a small palm-leaf basket as the tray).Canang itself consists of two syllables Kawi language of ca (beautiful) and nang (purpose). Canang sari has some parts, there are peporosan, ceper, raka-raka, and sampian urasari. Peporosan or the core material is made from betel leaf, lime, gambier, prestige, tobacco and betel nuts. Material of peporosan is symbolize the Trimurti, three major God in Hinduism. Shiva symbolized by lime, Vishnu symbolized by betel nut, and Brahma symbolized by gambier. Canang sari are covered by ceper (a tray made from palm leaf) as a symbol of Ardha Candra. Raka-raka is topped with sampian urasari, which are in turn overlaid by flowers placed in a specific direction. Each direction symbolizes a Hindu God (deva):
White-colored flowers that point to the east as a symbol of Iswara
Red-colored flowers that point to the south as a symbol of Brahma
Yellow-colored flowers that point to the west as a symbol of Mahadeva
Blue or green colored flowers that point to the north as a symbol of Vishnu
A canang sari is completed by placing on top of the canang an amount of kepeng (the coin money) or paper money, which is said to make up the essence (the "sari") of the offering.
Canang sari is offered every day to Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa as a form of thanking for the peace had given to the world; it is the simplest daily household offering. The philosophy behind the offering is self-sacrifice in that they take time and effort to prepare. Canang sari is not offered when there is a death in the community or family. Canang sari is also used on certain days, such as: Kliwon, Purnama, and Tilem.
Love
MB
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Posted Apr 5, 2013, 2:41 pm
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Legian-Kuta-Bali, Indonesia - 15th April 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Dear Mom
Iam being located at Legian area, in Kuta Bali, a tourist location. Legian street full with shop or bar/restaurant. But we also can find a sacred places here in Legian, such a Hindu Temple and also one Monument, a Ground Zero Monument. We also enjoyed lunch in one famous restaurant, we enjoyed Gado-Gado ( mixed vegetable salad with peanut sauce ) and Siomay ( Fish Cake with spicy peanut and coconut milk sauce ) also a cup of cold Arabica coffee
Love
madB
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Posted Apr 15, 2013, 8:57 am
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Erlangga-Bali, Indonesia - 1st May 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Today my host introduced me about The Music of Bali.
The music of Bali is extremely complex and vibrant. The original purpose of music here again is to serve religious beliefs, accompanying dances or wayang theaters. The traditional Balinese orchestra, known as gamelan, is composed of various forms of percussions, with notes overlapping and criss crossing among the various kinds. There is a number of string and woodwind instruments, but most of the players, which can range from a few to several dozen, sit behind various kinds of metallophones, gongs, and xylophones. Each gamelan has its own tuning, preventing instruments from being interchanged from one gamelan to another.
Hugs
Mad-B
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Posted May 4, 2013, 10:10 am
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Sanglah-Bali, Indonesia - 16th May 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Hello Mum
My host introduced me to traditional food and fruits from Bali Indonesia
nyam nyam...
Love
MB
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Posted May 16, 2013, 8:42 am
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Werdhi Budaya - Bali (part-1), Indonesia - 17th May 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Dear Mum
Iam at The Werdhi Budaya Art Centre located at Nusa Indah Street is the heart Denpasar City of Bali Island. The Werdhi Budaya Art Centre was started in 1973 and finished in 1976. The Werdhi Budaya Art Centreits one of the largest and most complete in series of cultural centres built throughout the archipelago by the Indonesian Government over the last decade.
Designed by Bali's foremost architect, Ida Bagus Tugur, the vast complex is apart from its very real cultural function, a showplace for Balinese Arts and Palace Architecture at its most opulent.
Luv
Mad Bird
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Posted May 25, 2013, 4:02 pm
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Hostmom kitchen-Bali, Indonesia - 14th June 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Hello Mum
Balinese cuisine uses many herbs and spices. In almost every dish we use them. So its very important to know what we need to make our cooking succeed.
Here is spices and herbs that HostMom and I have today in the kitchen : Cloves ( Cengkeh), Kaffir Lime Leaves(Daun Jeruk Purut), Ginger(Jahe) , Cumin(Jintan), Cinnamon(Kayu manis), Candlenuts (Kemiri), Aromatic Ginger (kencur), Coriander(Ketumbar), Turmeric(Kunyit), Galangal (Langkuas), White and black Pepper(Merica putih dan hitam), Nutmeg(Pala), Lemon grass ( Serai ), Chilies ( cabai ) , Cardamon (Kapulaga ) , Onions ( Bawang Merah ) , Sesame seed ( Wijen ) , and also we have Glutinous Rice ( Beras Ketan )
Love
MadB
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Posted Jun 14, 2013, 9:48 am
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Sanglah-Bali, Indonesia - 7th July 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Hello Mum
Here is iam with Balinese Offerings
Offerings are called banten in Balinese. It is possible that the word comes from the Sanskrit word bali, which means tribute, obligation or gift. Or it may be derived from the word enten, which means to wake up or be conscious. It is a consciousness of the gods.
Hugs
MadBird
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Posted Jul 7, 2013, 5:11 am
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Sanglah-Bali, Indonesia - 23rd August 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Hello Mum
The Host Mom is busy preparing for the board exam. Will be active again after the test is completed. Good luck for the host mom^^
Hugs
MadB
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Posted Aug 23, 2013, 1:18 am
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Sanglah-Bali, Indonesia - 26th September 2013
By: Linda Fdph
Dear Mom,
finally, hostmom board exams are finished. As soon as possible, will start my another journey again in Indonesia
Luv
MadB
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Posted Sep 26, 2013, 4:25 pm
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