Quality Time

Portland, Day 2 Morning

It is very liberating to know that being happy could actually be really simple. I found that out recently. For me, being able to spend quality time with my Dad and brother here has been such beautiful time. I am so thankful at the very moment I feel their presence and to be just together casually. I appreciate those encouraging words and the things which they do as they are. So, each moment that I have here, as it is provided and made possible by the Lord, I want to rejoice in it. I am aware, that the purpose of living here on earth is not simply being happy. But this joy which springs in my heart refresh my soul and instill peace beyond reason. I am following Christ; and try to keep saying Yes to him and He grants me abundant blessing, which I don't deserve.

So, here I am in this amazing place where the mountain peaks of Mounts St. Helen and Rainier could be seen from right front window glasses. The trees, flowers and fresh air lift up my spirit to praise the Beautiful Creator. I cherish my trod in this lovely land. I cannot wait to walk and being present with the people in the city.

At home, what's really fun is Dad keeps helping me out by teaching me how to do things 'American way' because I understand that we do simple things like house keeping slightly in different way here. Let's say how to do the laundry, wash the dishes, toilet stuff and kitchen stuff. Those little things are very fun to learn. Well, yes I am familiar with those things back in Indonesia but I just want to do it 'authentic way' ;). Most of my way doing things back in Sumatra are so traditional and sometimes might not be practical, so it's great to learn it in a new way.

After all, what I am going to say is that I do have great time here and I keep thanking the Lord for such time. I am so inspired by the lives of people here which help me to see the world in rather different angels. Doubtlessly, they enrich me and help me so much to be better and to encourage others too to be better. Thanks, Lord!