The meaning of the blessed Eid al-Fitr
1 Shawwal 1443 has arrived, a sign that all Muslims around the world who have been fasting for Ramadan will celebrate Eid al-Fitr. And takbir will reverberate in all corners of the world. The next day, perform Eid prayers, pilgrimage to eat, forgive each other and forgive with family, neighbors, etc. Followed by eating special special holiday foods.
In Indonesia, there are lots of special holiday foods according to their respective regions. Stay alert, don't overeat while eating so that your stomach is safe and our Eid celebrations are more blessed. We must know and understand how to celebrate Eid al-Fitr which should be so that our Eid Al-Fitr is more meaningful and useful.
Is it true that Eid al-Fitr is a day of victory?
In Indonesia, Eid is also known as the day of victory. The victory that is meant here is being able to fast, being able to withstand Satan's disturbances, holding back anger, giving alms, and other worship during the month of fasting.
According to the General Chairperson of PP Muhammadiyah through Republika.com, he stated that victory on the holiday belongs to those who win in controlling their passions. The victory, he said, made them always think and behave positively. With that victory, they became a complete person.
Those who win are those who have been able to achieve the values of Ramadan. The embodiment or embodiment of victory will be seen in the extent to which hablum minallah in the form of worship worship can be incarnated in hablum minannas.
Predicate as a winner requires the ability to defend. The trick is to maintain positive traditions that have been carried out during the holy month of Ramadan. Even though Ramadan is over, we must always maintain the quantity and quality of worship to Allah.
The real victory is that after Ramadan ends what we have done during the month of fasting we still try to maintain it while outside fasting. So, victory is only for those who celebrate, worship and increase charity during the month of fasting.
Is it true that Eid al-Fitr means returning to holiness?
Often we hear in the community that Eid al-Fitr is back to being holy. Interpreting that Eid means we are pure, clean from all sins, and we are back like a newborn baby.
By Ammi Nur Baits at KonsuktasiSyariah.com stating that Eid is not a holy return. Id' means to come back because we will celebrate over and over again or every year. Meanwhile, Eid al-Fitr is breaking the fast or no longer fasting. The most appropriate word is Eid Al-fitrah which is back to being holy.
The word Fitrah has been explained in the Qur'an
***" Turn your face straight to the religion of Allah; (stay on) the fitrah of Allah who has created man according to that nature. there is no change in the Fitrah of Allah. (Qur'an, Ar - rum: 30) "***
Thus, every human being is born, we are in a state of fitrah. Have known Allah as the One God. In short, that the meaning of fitrah is a state of purity without sin and guilt.
Eid al-Fitr activities
As explained above that Eid al-Fitr is the return of breaking the fast or returning to eating. So, the tradition of celebrating Eid al-Fitr is to celebrate eating, forgiving each other and gathering with family members. Every country has this tradition routinely carried out on Eid al-Fitr. So that the celebration of the fitrah day is more meaningful, namely
Paying zakat
Before celebrating Eid al-Fitr, Muslims are required to pay zakat fitrah which aims to clean ourselves, our behavior and our assets.
At night we both say takbir in the mosque, at home it is intended that the day of Eid al-Fitr has arrived and we are happy to welcome it by praising Allah with takbir
When the morning of Eid al-Fitr arrives, the first thing to do is
Take a sunnah bath on Eid al-Fitr, wash your hair, scrub your whole body and don't forget to "nawaitu" us in our hearts when the water falls from head to toe, following the sound of the intention to take a shower on Eid al-Fitr
Nawaitul ghusla li 'idil fithr sunnatan lillahi ta'alaa." Meaning: "I intend to take a bath to celebrate Eid al-Fitrah as a sunnah because of Allah Ta'ala."
After bathing, wear neat, polite and clean clothes. Furthermore, it is sunnah to eat or eat Eid. Which means that we are advised to eat on this Eid al-Fitr, indicating that we are allowed to eat and drink.
Wear neat, clean clothes, go out of the house to the mosque or where the Eid prayer is held by reciting takbir until the preacher finishes the lecture
Pilgrimage, If there are parents, relatives who have died. We must visit them and pray for them
Forgive each other, forgive between families at husband and wife's house, children to parents, brothers and sisters, etc. Next visit other family, neighbors, friends to forgive each other forgiving
Don't make Eid al-Fitr a "revenge"
The moment of Eid al-Fitr is the most awaited moment by Muslims around the world. After fasting, he endures hunger and thirst from sunrise to sunset. When Eid al-Fitr arrives, Muslims are free to drink and eat anything. Moreover, the special dish of the holiday is very appetizing. If we can't control it, we are worried that it will be harmful to health. After fasting, we fall sick
During fasting, the condition of our stomach is different, which is smaller because after a long period of not eating and drinking for a long time. If, from those who are not used to eating a lot, we are forced to eat various types of food at the same time, we are worried that we will have stomach problems such as diarrhea or cholesterol will rise.
We recommend that you eat relatively little and light in the morning. Then eat little bits throughout the day so that the stomach will get used to it. Don't forget to drink lots of water because usually there are also many special sweet drinks during the holidays. hopefully we always after undergoing fasting by arranging a wiser diet.
Eid al-Fitr according to Islamic teachings
As has been written in the Qur'an surrah Ar-Rum : 30
As we know that the meaning of Eid al-Fitrh is to return to purity or return to holiness.
***How should I celebrate Eid according to the Qur'an?***
The celebration of Eid al-Fitrh should be filled with good activities, not extravagant, not speeding, drunkenness or other negative actions that are not in accordance with Islamic teachings. At least do things that are in accordance with the meaning of Eid al-fitrh itself
Humans who are born are holy, what makes good and bad is the upbringing of parents or the environment
Momentum of Eid al-Fitr that forgives each other for all sins and mistakes. Whether it's an intentional mistake or not, that's Eid Al-Fitr
Continue to maintain the virtues that are done during Ramadan. Outside of Ramadan, it continues. Such as night prayer, alms etc
So the meaning of Eid al-Fitr as a whole is to return to the teachings of Islam, return to the origin of the nature of human holiness and return to remain firm in the establishment of carrying out virtues.
Taqobalallahu minna wa minkum, Aamiin
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Time that can't come back
Reopening my old photo album photo album. There are photos from my high school until I became a graduate. And there's also my wedding album, which will be on May 8, which will be 16 years ago when I was married. This made me very emotional, touched and finally my memory returned to the past. 24 years ago. Time flies so fast. Since I was a teenager, still hanging out with my biological brothers and sisters, both parents are still alive. Everything has changed
I am the youngest of 3 siblings. I entered high school in 1998 and graduated from Ajaran Vocational High School in 2001. Then, I graduated from college in 2006 and in the same year I decided to get married.
I got married in the final stages of college and when I graduated I was 7 months pregnant. After giving birth and being unemployed to raise children. When my son was 9 months old I tried to find a job. And Alhamdulillah, I was accepted to teach where I teach now. So, I have been teaching at this school for 14 years until today.
Even my former students, some already have children. And this is where I feel I'm getting old and getting older. And then I'll just be a name.
Favorite album
From the stories of my life journey from adolescence to college. This album is my favourite. Here contains photos of when I graduated from graduation. Why is this album my favourite? Because this is the final stage of my journey to find myself. I have been a graduate, work, a wife and a mother. It's like being the most beautiful gift I've ever had in my life.
In this album there is a photo of me with my beloved late father and mother, my husband, my cousin, my classmates and what I miss the most is a photo with my late best friend. All the times we wore gowns, our graduation gowns. After spending about 5 years. This is where we will separate, we can't gather like this anymore because we will be busy with each other's lives. Some work, take care of children, some even have to find work. However, communication continues. At that time, I could only text and call. There is no Whatsapp, video calls, even I just had Facebook in 2012.
A friend who will always be in my heart
I have many good friends and some of them are still in communication with me to this day. It's just that there is no time to meet. Of all my friends, I want to focus on telling my closest friends when I was in college and even after graduating from college.
Why do I tell you about it? All my college friends I know, I'm very close, everywhere together, study with her the most understand me, support me, often advise me too and very smart in college and helped a lot when I had difficulties in learning. If, there are some courses that I don't understand until I'm already working, I contact them. She was happy to explain patiently.
After a long time of not seeing each other even when I was married I couldn't attend because I was pregnant with my 2nd child and I was almost in my ninth month of pregnancy. I asked my cousin to come to her wedding and it turned out to be her lecturer too. This friend of mine, had taught at our college in college first and intends to also take post-graduate courses (S2). I as a friend must really support her and I am very proud that her career as a teacher is very successful.
The last meeting with my best friend
I haven't seen each other for a long time and I can't even remember the last time we saw each other. because we are busy it is difficult to meet. When I gave birth to my first child in 2007 she also came and I still keep the baby clothes she brought with me to this day. I was very happy that she came when I gave birth to my 2nd child in 2012. Because, she also wanted to check the womb at the hospital near my house. My 2nd child is only 1 month different from her children. She is pregnant with twins. It's just that one of the babies in her womb is in a transverse position and one is good and must definitely give birth by caesarean section.
She came with her husband and prayed at my house too. We talked for a long time. Problems with our work, college friends, she also told me the story of meeting her husband and I'm sorry I couldn't attend his wedding. She also wants to continue her education after giving birth. We talked for a long time and had a lot of fun. And she also talked to my late father.
I never thought, that was our last meeting. After that meeting we still kept in touch and she said, she would give birth in a few days. I can only call her and wish her all the best, all good. But a few days there was no news, I suddenly got a call from another college friend of mine saying she died not long after the operation and the twins survived.
I couldn't believe it because all of a sudden she was still calling me and I was helpless. I wanted to visit but my body condition was also not healthy after giving birth at that time. I can only cry, can't believe it, it feels like a dream. I don't know what to do. I also told it to my late father. My friend who came at that time died after giving birth. My father can only say "she has made a promise with God. Pray for her to be placed in Allah's paradise". I just remembered, then I called his cellphone number and the one who received was her younger sister and said, it's true that she died and just finished being buried.
I'm so sad, I've lost my best friend and all the memories of my college days, her voice, and our last meeting replay in my mind. After 3 days, then her husband contacted me. I can only say I miss her so much, I can't attend, I'm so sorry for my best friend. He says it's okay. Send a prayer for her to be placed in Allah's heaven
Prayers for my friend
My best friend's name is Munziah. I call her Zia. I didn't know her since I was little but I knew her in college and for some reason I immediately became close to her. We shared our grievances with each other and she also shared that she liked one of her seniors in college because she resembled her ex-boyfriend. She is the eldest child and is very nurturing to her younger siblings.
I miss her in my prayers and my stories. Remember her as my best friend. I cry when I tell her in this writing. It's been 10 years since she left this world. The twins are also big because they are the same age as my son. And the latest news from one of the teachers at the school where I teach. Incidentally, knowing her said her husband had remarried. She lives a bit far from my city. If you travel by car about 2 and a half hours
I'm grateful to have known her, once being her best friend, I regretted not being with her at the last time and I can only wish God the best because she died while giving birth to her children. My best friend, a great mother to your children. Your name is always stored in the deepest corner of my heart.
The role of water for life
Water is one of the most important basic needs for this life. Every corner of the earth needs a sufficient supply of water. Water is the most important natural resource for planet earth because it is the main point for life.
Play an important role in human life
For human life, water is the most important need not only for daily life such as cooking, washing, cleaning the house, bathing and washing after defecation and urination, watering flowers etc.
Also, to be consumed as drinking water. The human body really needs adequate fluid intake to support daily activities because 60% - 70% of the human body's components consist of water. That is why humans should not become dehydrated otherwise they will definitely get diseases such as heartburn, dry throat, dry skin etc. Otherwise, severe dehydration can lead to death.
Water for living things
Besides humans need a lot of water. Other living things also need water such as animals and plants. Plants also need sufficient water so that flowers and other plants continue to thrive because they help in the metabolism of the photosynthesis process, then transport the photosynthetic products from the leaves to all parts of the plant. helps the absorption of nutrients or food from the soil by the roots. facilitate air aeration and oxygen supply to the soil.
As for animals they also need to drink and bathe just like humans need. Some of the important organs that animals have also need water to function properly.
The importance of availability of clean water
This is because water is one of the most important nutrients in the human body. So, adequate water intake is very important. So that the water we consume is good and proper, of course it must be clean, holy and healthy. If the water is not clean then humans and other living things such as animals cannot drink it because various diseases such as diarrhea and cholera will arise. So, we must pay attention to the water we consume.
In addition, clean water will also affect the air condition around us. If the water is dirty, the air will definitely be polluted because of the smell. And surely those of us who live in the vicinity will be affected and it will be dangerous if we continue to breathe unhealthy air.
Where does the water on our earth come from?
***According to research published by the information source*** *****airkami.id***** ***before this earth existed, it turned out that water already existed. Even scientists believe, when planet Earth was formed about 4.5 billion years ago, the planet was dry and rocky. The most popular scientific theory holds that water arrived on Earth in the form of several large asteroids filled with ice***
***And this water on earth comes from the gas clouds that make up the solar system. And from several studies from the world of science, it is again stated that the water on earth comes from an asteroid that fell to the earth's surface about 4 billion years ago.***
***Through the news source*** *****liputan6.com***** ***that I read. Earth is rich in water and has existed several billion years ago. But scientists are still debating where all that life-sustaining fluid comes from.***
***At least some of it is thought to have been brought here by comets or asteroids, but that idea still doesn't explain why so much water ends up on Earth's surface. A team of scientists at Arizona State University (ASU), led by Peter Buseck, has submitted a new proposal. A new peer-reviewed paper was published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets on October 9, 2018.***
***New research suggests that Earth's water comes from both rocky material, such as asteroids, and from clouds, dust and gas left over after the formation of the sun called the solar nebula.***
***Earth's oceans are similar to those found on asteroids. That's one reason scientists have long thought that most of Earth's water came from asteroid bombardment in the early solar system.***
So, we as one of the living beings who live on earth should be grateful for the existence of water on this earth. Just imagine, if the water on earth is decreasing. How the population on this earth will survive. We should maintain the availability of water on earth to maintain the survival of all living things.
Protecting water on earth
Now, back to us. As an honorable living being among other living beings. We must do our best whatever it is for the survival of all living things. One of the ways to keep the water clean and the availability of water on earth is sufficient, namely:
**Keep the environment clean**
That is keeping the environment where we live so that it is not polluted from factory waste and dirt. What keeps this together is us. If the environment is healthy then the water is also clean and we will all be healthy too.
**Save water usage**
Water flowing from the faucet or shower is better than bathing by soaking in the tub. Do not bathe too long, when the water is almost full, turn off the water immediately. And close the water tap after bathing etc
**Do not litter**
The existence of garbage that comes from what we use, don't throw it carelessly. If, there is garbage in rivers or waterways. So, it will all lead to pollution and even flooding. Piling up garbage in rivers will block the flow of water. Let's together take care of it for us and our next generation
**Do not carelessly throw away chemicals containing materials**
In everyday life, we cannot be separated from things that contain chemicals or are made of chemicals. So, don't throw things away. Because it is dangerous for the preservation of water and can damage the atmosphere. And it is better if these chemicals are buried so that the smell of gas from chemicals is minimized
**Recycle used goods**
Reusing goods that are no longer in use is a very good effort to keep the environment and water clean. Usually, used items that are not in use are thrown away. There are also those who throw it into rivers, irrigation or places where there are waterways.
We think this garbage will be carried away. If the garbage has piled up. Of course it will leave a smell and pollute the environment.
There are many ways to recycle used goods. We can be made by crafts. Or it can also be given to collectors so that they can be reused at the factory
**Prevent illegal logging**
The government is very strict with the perpetrators of illegal logging. If you do it without permission, the perpetrator can go to jail because the trees in the forest are very protected. Because trees in the forest, especially tree roots are a place to store water which will prevent water shortages during the dry season. When trees are cut down, the availability of water in urban areas will decrease. With these trees, at least it can prevent floods and landslides.
**Re-greening or planting trees**
Carrying out reforestation or replanting trees will reduce forest damage. Green forests will be able to provide clean water to be used by humans and other living things. Providing natural water from forests for urban consumption is preferable to chemical treatment of water from polluted rivers. Green forests are able to provide natural springs and the cleanliness of the water is more guaranteed.
Those are some things we can do to keep our water clean. And there is much more that we can do to maintain the availability of water on earth. All for the survival of living things. It all starts with us. Next, we instill that awareness into our successors. Some days ago, we just celebrated World Water Day which falls on April 22.
To remind that the idea of World Water Day began in 1992, at that time, the United Nations (UN) held a conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro.
Therefore, water is the most important natural resource for the survival of all living things, especially humans. Humans may be able to survive when there is not enough food but not when there is a lack of water.
Look at when we break the fast. It is recommended to drink water first then eat. And it is recommended from health experts that we drink lots of water at night to avoid dehydration during the day while fasting. All that because water easily absorbs the body and quickly raises the metabolism in the body.
Let's work together to protect water for the sake of other things being better for our children and grandchildren.
Water is a gift from God to all living things. So, save water save the earth.
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Adorable behavior
Spending time looking for fresh air in the morning is a moment that I rarely get to do. Today, I had the opportunity to walk around the area of my house. Looking at the clouds, it was raining in my area this morning. So, today's weather is not hot. I'm grateful, after a week of hot weather hit. It's raining again so it feels cool and the soil that has been dry for a long time looks moist
I walked around looking around and saw a plant in the neighbor's garden. I saw betel leaves and other trees. When I started to leave the house I found various cute and adorable things from animals called cats. The cats that I caught with my cellphone camera this morning are not pets but they live around my house and neighbors. I like to feed them but not pet them. Because I personally don't like keeping any animals. But, don't hate them
Look at their adorable behavior
**Nursing cat**
This mother and kitten have lived around my house for a long time and even gave birth to their kittens on my terrace. Now the child is a bit but still breastfeeding. Subhanallah, mother cat is very patient. When the mother cat finished feeding, the kitten continued to follow her mother and even rubbed her face against her mother's stomach. It's so cute and her mother also plays with it.
Joking between mother and kitten
Seeing their moment together made me smile. The mother also tickles her child when the kitten touches her mother's face. I took a lot of photos at this moment. There may be 10 pictures, but I'm sharing just a few. Hopefully, enough to make you smile for you cat lovers.
Dreaming cat
Leave the mother and kittens for a while. I walked again and passed my neighbour's backyard. There too, I saw a cat sitting alone, daydreaming? Imagination? Thinking of the future ? I tried to get closer and take a picture. This cat is not bothered by my presence. Sometimes, it looked at me, then buried its face again to sleep.
***Does your pet ever do this, daydreaming and not bothered in the slightest?***
Cat hiding
After being satisfied for a morning walk and seeing the surrounding area. I'm finally home. When I got home and was still in the area behind my neighbor's house. I saw a kitten sitting alone. I approached it and it ran and hid behind the wall and near the bucket filled with small ornamental fish. It was afraid of my presence, but I tried to capture the picture and it was the most difficult because its face was hidden. After struggling, I finally caught a picture of its face. Look, very small isn't it? So cute, right? Then it hides again and I managed to catch a picture of its body but its head is hidden. I don't want to bother it for too long.
The Prophet's favorite pet cat
I am very satisfied and happy with the moment of my morning walk today. Simple and sorry, maybe the area I took pictures looks dirty, messy and shabby. Because I live in the village and this is the atmosphere of my village. Live with nature and natural atmosphere. This is how I feel every day
The pattern of an animal called a cat that I saw today made me excited. I didn't keep them but I didn't hurt them. When they meow asking for food I gladly give them. In Islam, cats are animals that are allowed to be loved because cats are the pets of the Prophet Muhammad and he loves them very much. In the history that I read the name of the cat of the Prophet Muhammad is Muezza. This beautiful name and the name Muezza is suitable for a female or male cat
***What is your pet's name?***
Charm of the universe
Infinite beauty created by Allah for His servants. Natural, exudes extraordinary charm. Unblemished, perfect, stunning, beautiful all evidence that God's creation is perfect. The sky is wide open, the rain water that falls to the earth wets the earth and nature. Tall trees towering, beautiful flowers blooming, the real scent of nature unfolds before the eyes. Mountains, oceans, sky and earth they are not empty, not bad, amazing all because Allah is almighty
Look at the blue sky during the day painted with clouds moving in the wind, the night sky decorated with stars is sometimes empty without a moon, without other light but stored millions of meanings behind the darkness. Bringing the inhabitants of the earth back to the contest. Soothing tired eyes, resting the body as if it was boneless from returning home to seek God's grace.
***Have we been grateful today? Maybe the morning sun will welcome us back tomorrow?***
Morning sun
When you open your eyes early in the morning, has the prayer been dangling this morning? God gives us the opportunity to be better than yesterday. Or still be bad like yesterday. Its warm light greets our bodies. starting a routine that holds new hope for everyone. A student, struggling with the same lessons that are followed every day also in the hope of maintaining good grades, raises good grades. Those who work in private or government agencies prepare a beautiful and dashing appearance as well as perfect assignments. Chasing each other with time that continues to move from morning to evening. Time goes so fast
Merchants peddling their wares sometimes make a profit, sometimes they lose. Be patient with what God has given you today. The rich, the rulers increasingly show their strength in order to stay on the throne. The poor also persevere so as not to fall deeply. struggling in this life. Everything has been outlined, don't be angry, disappointed with fate if what you want has not come true. Be patient, it will not be long before it will be beautiful in time.
What is given is advantages, convenience, pleasure, don't forget. All God's gift. If he wills there is nothing that is impossible to take back at that time. The warriors of livelihood continue to live a lawful and good livelihood
Evening Sun
The arrival of twilight is the moment most awaited by a million people on this earth, returning home to gather with family but not some people who are still struggling with endless nightlife. That's life, continue to be grateful, don't give up, complain that's the destiny that God has determined for us, who is strong, he is the one who will be elevated by God later in the next life. The sunset is God's most beautiful creation before darkness approaches. The masterpiece of the almighty when we end the day with all good, lawful and honest activities. God promises to multiply. Allah is fair to his servants.
Sunset sunrise is a gift of God that is shown to us who are very lowly. Nothing can match any million charms. And all free. And quickly he passed until it turned dark. Have we been grateful? Everything is temporary and fleeting but ends beautifully. What we have to learn from the story of the sunset, all that is beautiful will also not last forever. Describing life is a moment, don't be lulled by beauty because everything will be mortal.
The rice fields that stretch out and feel the coolness of the cool breeze. Farmers struggle from planting to harvesting. All from the vast expanse of nature that gives abundant results. The grass dances in the green fields, the beautiful colorful weeds are beautiful, the princess crown from the weeds whose many charms are all born from nature.
Night sky
The beauty of the night sky studded with beautiful guest stars with moonlight rays adds to its charm. As the sun sets in the west. Until it replaces the clear sky and the blue becomes dark. Sending solitude to the heart and a calm mind, planning new hopes, positive thoughts that make the spirit. Forget for a moment the things that disturb the mind, the demands of life, rest for a moment, let it fade. Sleep well, hopefully give you a new spirit tomorrow. The silent night becomes a blanket to warm the night, sleep with the stars and moonlight that illuminates the atmosphere of the night. Sleep, God is watching, guarding and always in his protection.
God bestows millions of natural beauty in this universe. Let's be grateful, take care, be friendly, so that nature keeps smiling for us
Source image from private collections. which I took pictures of in several places. At home, the school where I teach, and in my village which is surrounded by trees, grass, weeds and everything is still natural
BATIK, Indonesian Ancestral Cultural Heritage
Talking about Batik means talking about Indonesia. Works of art, culture since ancient times. The picture above is one of the batik patterns that are the pride of our nation, Indonesia. Batik is a pictorial Indonesian cloth that is specially made by writing or applying wax to the cloth, then processing it in a certain way that has its own characteristics. For the whole technique, technology, and related motif and cultural development
So, Batik is the work of the Indonesian people which is a blend of art and technology by the ancestors of the Indonesian nation. Indonesian Batik can develop to an incomparable level both in design/motif and process and Batik is officially registered as a Humanitarian Heritage of Masterpieces of Oral and Intangible Culture at UNESCO.
On 2 October 2009, Batik was inaugurated at the fourth session of the Inter-Governmental Committee on Intangible Cultural Heritage held by UNESCO in Abu Dhabi. Since then October 2nd has become National Batik Day
A Brief History of the Birth of Batik
Batik is a work of art of high value and historic
*Batik is one of the most valuable works of art among other arts such as wayang, etc. Batik art in Indonesia has been known since the time of the Majapahit empire and the history of the entry of Islam into Indonesia. Thus, it continues to grow until the next kingdom and its kings*
*The oldest batik art was found in the 17th century AD and 18 AD during the Majapahit kingdom. At that time batik was only used by the people of the palace or kingdom and their followers. However, slowly, the art of batik was also spread outside the palace and became clothes that were also worn by the general public. The art of batik is generally widespread in Indonesia and in particular on the island of Java after the end of the 18th century or the beginning of the 19th century.*
As a school uniform
*Since the first batik is not only used from the royal, palace or from their descendants. but also made as a school uniform at that time. Typical Dutch clothing style combined with batik. So that to this day many schools in Indonesia wear batik on certain days and generally on Thursdays. Because the inauguration of batik as a work of Indonesian art on October 2, 2009 is Thursday*
The culture of the royal family in Indonesia since ancient times
*Initially, batik activities were only limited to the palace and batik was produced for the clothes of the king and the government's family and dignitaries. Because many of the dignitaries lived outside the palace, this batik art was brought by them out of the palace and produced in their respective places.*
*Over time, this batik art was imitated by the common people and then expanded so that it became the work of household women to fill their spare time.*
Equipment used to draw batik
Batik is a complicated, difficult, skillful, diligent and meticulous job to produce beautiful, and high-value works of art. In addition to expertise, there are other things that are most important in batik. Traditionally, batik equipment is up to 14 pieces. But here are just a few and the most important of them :
1. Canting
Canting is useful for making batik patterns with a colored liquid called wax, the basic material of canting is generally copper with a bamboo handle, but batik media at this time has developed and is starting to change to Teflon.
2. A small stove and skillet
Usually the skillet used in the batik process is made of aluminum or copper and is placed on a small stove. A small stove is a tool used as a heat source when melting batik wax
3. Mori cloth
Mori cloth is a white woven cloth used for batik. The raw materials for mori cloth are natural fibers such as cotton, rayon, and silk. There are 2 types of mori cloth, namely mori cloth that has undergone a bleaching process or bleaching and mori cloth that has not been bleached.
4. Candle or night and filter
Night or often referred to as candles, is one of the important raw materials for making batik, especially written batik and stamped batik. The function of this material in the process of making batik is to cover certain parts so that they are not exposed to dyes.
The filter is a tool to filter the hot "night" that has a lot of impurities. If the "night" is filtered, then the dirt can be removed so that it does not interfere with the "night" on the canting shoot when it is used for batik.
5. pendulum
It is used as a ballast to hold the batik cloth so that the cloth does not shift easily when painted with batik wax. This pendulum can be made of iron, wood or whatever is used as a ballast.
Various batik patterns
After batik spread widely outside the island of Java. Batik can also be found in all provinces and regions in Indonesia. There are many types of batik patterns. Considering that Indonesia has many provinces. So, the batik pattern is adjusted to each region
There is also now a batik pattern in the form of beautiful flowers. If given night and colors it looks very luxurious and elegant
Used for formal and informal events
In the past, batik was only used for palace or formal events, while such as Javanese traditional weddings. Now, along with the times, batik can be used as office clothes
Used as a party dress combined with other types of fabric, the result is very beautiful
Men wearing batik look authoritative, right?
For children's clothes
Casual clothes or pajamas are also beautiful
Accessories from batik also look luxurious
Batik go international
What is very proud of Batik is not only used by Indonesians, even some celebrities outside Indonesia have used Batik. They even have a concert wearing batik patterned clothes. More proud. Some Korean artists use batik
And Ridwal Kamil designed his own batik clothes for 2 super junior members Leeteuk and Yesung
The 'Batik for the World' Exhibition was held on June 6-12 at UNESCO's headquarters in Paris. UNESCO is a United Nations organization that deals with education, science and culture. As an opening, a fashion show was held by Oscar Lawalata, Edward Hutabarat, and Denny Wirawan.
Batik is famous throughout the country and even internationally because batik is a culture that is in accordance with the pattern of the times, meaning that this culture is suitable for all ages and circles of society, as well as a unique art pattern and has characteristics in each region of the batik maker giving the impression of interest.
How, more love with your own culture, right? Proud to wear batik. We Love Batik
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Zenius.com
kemendikbud.com
private collections
Regards
AYU
Grammar : Tenses 2
After in the previous article
Grammar_Tenses_1
I explained about Simple present and present continuous tense Day which is a sentence that tells daily events or that becomes a habit (simple present) and tells of ongoing events (Present Continuous)
https://read.cash/@Ayukyukyu2/grammar-tenses-1-be185618
Simple past tense
The simple past is the opposite of the simple present. The simple present is a sentence that tells about everyday events, while the simple past is a sentence that tells the events that have happened. The verb used is the 2nd verb. Likewise, the adverbs of time used in these two tenses are also different. If the simple present tense uses every day, usually, always, seldom, often, etc. For simple past time, we use yesterday, two days ago, a year ago etc.
For example
I ***went*** to market with my mom ***two days ago***
She ***wrote*** an English article ***yesterday***
The example sentences above are in the positive form. Went is the 1st verb of Go. Wrote is the 1st verb of write
This is example of a simple past sentences in the interrogative and negative form. Here, we use the auxiliary verb ***DID*** and the verb returns to verb 1. If, in the ***simple present tense*** we use ***Do and Does.***
***Did*** Reinald ***go*** to market with his mom ***two days ago ?*** ( ? )
Reyna ***didn't ( did not )*** ***write*** an English article ***yesterday*** ( - )
When speaking, some of us don't really pay attention to this verb change. But when writing, we must know all the changes of all verbs from the 1st verb to the 2nd verb
Future tense
From the name, we can already guess that "future" is something that will happen in the future or tomorrow. It could also be, this fame explains about events that we have not done. Here there are several types of writing this future tense. Namely using ***will/Shall and Be going to***
**The difference between will/shall and be going to**
***Shall*** *i*s used for the subject ***I*** and ***We*** in formal situations, while ***Will*** is for the subject ***She, He, They, You, It***. But generally the writing of ***Will*** and ***Shall*** is often shortened to ***II*** ***( We'll, They'll, She'll)*** For the use of Will/Shall, it's usually used for activities that will be carried out and are usually spontaneous or unplanned
***Be going to*** is also used for activities that will be carried out. The difference is that this action has been carefully planned. when using going to we have to use to be ***( is, am, are )*** that's why it's called be going to. But what is often used is ***"Will"***
Examples of future tense sentences in positive, interrogative and negative forms using Will/Shall
***We'll*** go to your house tomorrow ( + )
***We'll*** not go to your house ( - )
***Shall we*** go to your house tomorrow ( ? )
The use of Will/Shall can also be used for certain conditions, for example:
**1. Promise**
***I'll*** try my best to make your proud
**2. Treat**
If you keep bothering me, ***I will*** tell your father about your secrets.
**3. Invitation**
***Will you*** go to my party ?, Etc.
Example sentences using Be Going To
She ***is going to*** have a holiday ( + )
***Is*** She ***going to*** have a holiday( ? )
She ***is not going to*** have a holiday ( - )
The weather is cloudy, it ***is going to*** rain the night. ( + )
These are the 4 tenses that I summarized in my article. Of the 16 tenses, the reason I explain these 4 tenses? Because these tenses is often used in everyday speech and writing. And there is one more tense that is also often used, namely the ***Present perfect tense*** which tells of events that have occurred but are still ongoing until now. The verb used is the 3rd verb
***For example***
I have ***studied*** here since 2020
She has ***taught*** in this school for 5 years
This is my article this time which discusses one of the grammars, namely tenses. What you may have studied when you were in school or did you teach English material about grammar, especially tenses.
Now learning English is very easy, it can be through books, internet, youtube videos, articles or using google translater, but don't forget the essence of using good and correct grammar, we shouldn't ignore it.
Hope it helps and see you in my next article
Regards
AYU
Grammar : Tenses 1
When learning a language, we cannot avoid grammar. Grammar is a set of structured rules that govern the arrangement of sentences, phrases, and words in any language. The main function of grammar is so that we can make sentences correctly. The word structure is neat, making it easier for people to understand what we mean.
In English there is also learning about grammar and there are lots of them. One of them is *****TENSES.*****
***Do you still remember this subject?***
Tenses are changes in the form of the verb based on the adverb of time and the nature of the activity or event. Tenses are divided into 4 kinds, namely present, past, future, and past future. Then, the tenses become 16 tenses. The basis in learning tenses or sentence forms in English is verbs. Because each tense has a different occurrence, the writing of the verb is also different.
There are 4 types of verb changes and each verb has a different function and meaning
The importance of studying tenses in English subjects when we write in English.
When writing, these tenses will apply. When speaking, it may not be very important in the use of tenses as long as they understand each other, that is enough. But not in normal situations, such as speeches, writing scientific papers, articles, essays etc. So, these tenses will be used.
There are many tenses in English but I only want to explain 4 tenses, namely
***Simple Present Tense***
***Present Continuous Tense***
***Simple Past Tense***
***Future Tense***
I will share in two articles. For this time, I want to explain the difference between *****Simple Present and Present Continuous Tenses.*****
Simple Present Tense
***Present Tense*** is a form of sentence that tells about everyday events or things that become a habit. And the verb used is the ***first verb ( Verb 1)*** or the basic verb.
Formula for writing present tense sentences. Formulas in positive ( + ), interrogative ( ? ) and negative sentences (- )
**For example**
I go to school by bus every day ( + )
Do you go to school by bicycle every day ( ? )
I don't go to school by bus every day ( - )
*****Subject*****
***I, you, they, we = Do***
***She, He, it = Does***
If the subject **( she, he, it)** then the verb is added **"S ".** And the verb ends in **O, SH, CH, SS, X** then add the letter **"ES"**. Only for postive sentences.
*****For Examples*****
***Sleep - Sleeps***
***Bring - Brings***
***Write - writes***
***Go - goes***
***Watch - watches***
***Wash - Washes, etc***
***For examples***
***She goes to work by car every day ( + )***
***Does she go to work by bus every day ( ? )***
***She doesn't go to work by bus every day ( -)***
**Example of a short text that uses the simple present tense**
***Hello, my name is Ayu. I am a teacher in junior high school. I go to school everyday. I usually wake up at 5 am. Then, I have breakfast at 6 and go to school at 7 by motorbike.***
Present Continuous Tenses
Almost the same as the simple present tense. The present continuous is a form of sentence that tells an event that is currently happening. And the verbs used are verbs with the addition of *****ING.***** And in this sentence we use to be *****( is, am, are )*****
**for Example sentences of present continuous**
**He is writing an article ( + )**
**Is he writing an article ( - )**
**He isn't ( is not ) writing an article ( ? )**
So, the verb is only added to ing. But if the verb ends in the letter **E,** change the e to the letter **I** and add the letter **NG**
*****Example*****
**Write - writing**
**Give - giving, etc.**
*****Subject and To be*****
**I = am**
**You, they, we = are**
**She, he, it = is**
**Example of a short text in the form of the present continuous tense**
***We spent relaxing time at home. My dad is reading the newspaper in the living room. My mother is cooking in the kitchen. And my two younger brothers are watching tv. And I'm helping mom in the kitchen. I usually do the dishes and sweep the house***
Simple Present and Present Continuous Tense are sentence forms that we use very often and sometimes these two tenses can be used at the same time.
In the next article I will continue about **the simple past tense and future tense**
Regards
AYU
Recognize, at what level of our patience
Often we hear from someone when we are facing a complicated situation, upset, disappointed, angry. People say, ***Be patience please ...!!!***
How did you respond when you heard that statement?
Let's know what is patience? So that we can be wiser in dealing with patience. We must understand the broad understanding of Patience.
Patience in language can be understood is being able to refrain from very difficult things, being able to control ourselves when things happen that make it difficult for us, being able to control ourselves from situations that are not according to our wishes. He remained calm while contemplating what decision to make.
And patience can be interpreted as self-control from emotions and not complaining under any circumstances. Patience is the ability to control oneself which is also seen as an attitude that has high values and reflects the strength of the soul of the person who has it.
The higher the patience a person has, the stronger he will be in dealing with all kinds of problems that occur in life.
***"Patience is a positive behavior not weak or stupid"***
*Patience in religions and medical views*
Allah loves patient people. It is real. From a religious point of view, we are very much required to always be patient in any condition. Do not get used to everything in the face of grumbling, yelling let alone tantrums. Calm down, Allah is with those who are patient
Not only from a religious point of view. Even in medical science, patience has good effects on health, including relaxing muscles in the body that are tense, more relaxed, preventing stress, being more relaxed, calmer, etc.
Does patience have a limit?
If you tell someone about being sad, disappointed, angry, etc. Then someone advises you, "be patient, everything has a lesson" then we say
***"I have been very patient with it, if this continues, who wants to be patient, my patience has a limit"***
This is what we say when our patience runs out
***Does patience really have a limit?***
With the words above, we ourselves unconsciously want to limit our patience. In essence, patience is patience. there are no limits, those who have limits are not patient people. When we say ***"I've had enough patience"*** it only covers ourselves from the fact that we are not patient people. Rather, this is the only level of patience we have.
Every individual has different life problems. And the level of the exam is also different. Our job is only to be patient in facing life's problems, how strong we are when we get tested, continue to learn to be patient, pray and continue to train ourselves so that we can know more about patience and we will know at what level our patience is.
***"It's not patience if it has limits, it's not sincerity if it still hurts"***
No matter how heavy life's questions we feel. Face it, as much as possible we train patience. Actually patience has no limits, we ourselves make the limits. The limit of patience does not mean being angry, venting emotions, getting angry and getting out of control. Allah alone gives reward for people who are patient to no limit
*Have we been called patient people?*
Every individual has different problems in life. What seems heavy to us may be light to others, and vice versa. As patient, each individual has a different level of patience. There are those who humiliate him but do not reply even though they are able to do it. Not because of fear or weakness. It's just lazy to serve or afraid to provoke a commotion so that we say yes and we continue to try to be good behind him who humiliates us. Is that ***called patience? B***eing a patient person is not as easy as saying, be patient ok. In fact, we have not been able to train ourselves to be patient
***for example :***
Someone close to us often helps us and we help too. Don't forget to also give a thank you sign for helping. One day the relationship strained, then brought back what had been helped. People who are considered not to remember people's kindness are just silent, just resigned and say ***"yes, he is the most diligent in helping me and I have been a bother to him, it's natural for him to say that".***
Apologizing does not need to wait for him to apologize. Apologizing is basically the job of the perpetrator, on the other hand, it is the victim's job to apologize. We accept and introspect ourselves. sometimes we need to realize and apologize. Not low self-esteem, but there is a feeling. That's okay, let the victim apologize because maybe our behavior is like this. There's no need to wait for someone else to apologize. Maybe we are right. The bottom line is that generosity is the key. All aim not to want any commotion and chaos
*Can a patient person not be angry?*
It is wrong, we must be careful with the anger of patient people. People who are patient will not get angry inappropriately. He won't be angry for useless things. Because thinking angry angry will not solve the problem. He would be silent, patient, wait and see. This is why impatient people can get angry but they won't do as they please. In fact, people like this are highly respected and admired
Don't underestimate people like this :
The anger of the patient
Sad people who like to joke
Disappointed loyal people
He can endure and be patient in the face of all trials is the best way to get through all disappointments. He trains himself. Will getting angry will solve the problem or not? He will be careful in his behavior. In this way, we have learned and tried, meaning we train ourselves to be more sincere, strong, forgiving and not complaining. This will make us more immune to everything that happens to us.
*Patience is not weak stupid but great. There are many beautiful things that can be felt by a patient person. Can we do it? Can we at least control ourselves?*
We all know patience is a good and commendable attitude. God loves it too. The world will not be bad because of patience, we will not be despised because we are patient, it even has benefits and there are even beautiful things in what we feel. Patience includes several things, patiently waiting, patiently working, not in a hurry, not quick to anger, not prejudiced, etc. What are the benefits of patience that we can feel?
***Patience will teach us to remain optimistic in living life even though failure comes to us, but with patience a sense of optimism will be born in us to achieve a success or our dream. Having patience, you will be far from the nature that often complains about everything. The patient will realize that not all wishes will come true or happen as expected. Life is bound to happen which is called change and we will remain calm in dealing with it***
There are many more benefits that we feel from a patience. Fate, not believing means not believing in God. Trust in God's provisions. Only Allah can change what happens in this world. Happy, sad, laughing calmly, messed up God has decided. Only people who are patient, must be strong and tough in dealing with any situation. Let's keep learning and learning, even though it's not perfect. I, you and all of us, let's learn to be a better person. Want to be loved by Allah? continue to increase our level of patience. Revenge? Please but, take revenge on people who are bad to us with kindness
May we always be given the strength to be more patient people, Aamiin.
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Kind and sincere
*****Sincere***** is attitudes when doing good deeds to ease the difficulties of others and all that is done selflessly, clean from the soul. *****Kind***** is a positive action that is done to help and alleviate the distress of others outwardly because human nature helps each other when someone experiences or asks for help from us. ***Kind and Sincere*** are two types of words that contain positive meanings. *****Kind and sincere***** deeds are essentially positive actions that invite someone to do positive and useful things, regardless of how good has been done, what the purpose is, sincere or not. We see it wants to do good, it is much better.
The only goal is to do good
Good/Kind and sincere have their own goals. Good, positive actions that are immediately visible and we can pay attention to. For example, someone asks for an address and we tell them the address. Someone has food difficulties we give some of our food etc. isn't that good? To be sincere itself goes hand in hand with a good attitude. Sincere or not he has done good, because sincerity only exists in our conscience. Whatever the conditions are when someone is having difficulties, we just need to do good, no one needs to know, how is the purpose of doing good, only yourself knows.
No need to wait for sincerity for a kindness
Doing good need not delay. Don't wait for a sincere heart, then we want to do good. Do more good, while there is still time and opportunity. Do not let us regret because we are reluctant to do good. If it's a good thing do it. Start from the will, determination and sincerity will definitely be present.
Appreciate the good deeds of others
When we need help and someone else helps. Just appreciate the good things they give us. There is no need to know whether he is sincere or not when he does good. We just need to accept by saying thank you. When someone is moved his heart for good. Just think positive...
"Give Respect, get Respect"
Kind and sincere must go hand in hand
How should we give good things to people or anyone to beings in this world, must be sincere. Don't expect anything in return when you do good, let alone feel arrogant because you can do good to others. If you don't do it, others won't be able to do it. Or tell our goodness to others and what is even more dangerous to bring back our goodness may be someone we help to do wrong to us. We retell what we gave to the person. This is where it turns out that we are not sincere in helping and sincere words in "I am very sincere in helping you" it does not need to be said, for example, do good because it is our obligation when someone is having trouble, as servants of God we are obliged to help
Our attitude when we receive kindness from others
we are destined to give. Give sincerely, do not expect anything in return, praise and even thank you. Because we do it just to get reward from Allah. Well, now our position when receiving. Accept the kindness of others with gratitude. Giving is not always through material, non-material honor and glory are also part of giving. And our position when receiving, show a humble and grateful attitude, such as:
We can say thank you to people who have made time for us.
Forget our kindness and forget the mistakes of others
Forgetting is human nature. But, one word FORGET that Allah loves the most is forgetting other people's mistakes and forgetting the good that we have given to others. If one day the person we have helped makes a mistake that makes us disappointed, don't bring up our kindness first and that is the most despicable and worst trait. It's like we eat our own vomit. Vice versa, people do bad to us and one day he regrets and realizes his mistake. If we claim to have forgiven there is no "But" just to bring up the mistake. Forget it, just say it in your heart, may God forgive his mistakes and give us the patience to forgive him
Let's always spread kindness with a sincere heart and accept all the gifts in this open earth with gratitude. So, surely peace and tranquility will be with us and be with us all.
The splendor of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh Indonesia
*A Brief History of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque*
Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is a mosque located in downtown Banda Aceh, Aceh. Aceh is the westernmost province in Indonesia. Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is a symbol of religion, culture, spirit, strength, struggle and nationalism of the Acehnese people. This mosque is a Banda Aceh landmark since the days of the Aceh Sultanate. Before it became as beautiful as it is today. Baiturrahman Grand Mosque has a very long history
Long story short, this mosque was first built in 1612 during the reign of the Aceh sultanate by Sultan Iskandar Muda (1607 - 1636). Another history says this mosque was founded by Sultan Alaidin Mahmudsyah during the reign of Sultan Nurul Alam (1675 - 1678).
From the various differences in the year it was first established. The Baiturrahman Mosque was burned by the Dutch during the war between the Netherlands and the Kingdom of Aceh in 1873. To quell the anger of the Acehnese people. The governor at that time led by general Van Lansberge promised the people of Aceh to rebuild a new mosque
Finally, the Netherlands fulfilled its promise. And the laying of the first stone to rebuild the Baiturrahman Mosque was carried out in 1879 and completed in 1881 with one dome and one minaret. And declare Aceh and the Netherlands at peace
The people of Aceh had rejected this mosque because it was built by the Dutch because it was considered an enemy. In the end, this mosque became the pride of the Acehnese people. Then the minarets and domes were added in 1936, 1958, 1992. Currently the mosque has 7 domes and 8 minarets.
*The function of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque*
Besides functioning as a place of worship. Baiturrahman Mosque is also used as a place for religious studies, religious discussions, religious celebrations, getting married etc.
During the reign of the Sultan Iskandar Muda, this is the place to teach and spread Islam. Even at that time not only local residents who studied but also from immigrants including Malays, Persians, Arabs, Turks.
During the colonial period, the mosque was also used as a place and headquarters for defense from enemy attacks. Also to hold a meeting to strategize war against the enemy
*The architecture is very interesting and magnificent*
Baiturrahman Grand Mosque has a beautiful, luxurious, and elegant design style. If you have ever visited this mosque from the courtyard alone, you will be presented with a beautiful and soothing view. What splendors are found in the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque, including:
**The best designer from Holland**
The architect who designed the new Baiturrahman Grand Mosque was a Dutch army captain named Gerrit van Bruins.
To determine the architecture of the mosque, he also consulted with Snouck Hurgronje and the head of the Bandung mosque.
The hallmark of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is its use of the Mughal architectural style, characterized by its buildings having large minarets and domes, like the Taj Mahal in India.
Another uniqueness of this mosque is seen in its doors, which are three large doors made of wood and decorated with many ornaments. In addition, the characteristic interior of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is decorated with relief walls and pillars, marble steps and floors from China, and stained glass from Belgium. There is an element of a blend of Arabic, Indian and Spanish
**The more magnificent**
Besides the mosque has a cool architect. The courtyard of the mosque is no less beautiful. The building, which stands on an area of 31,000 square meters, with a building area of about 4,000 m², is estimated to be able to accommodate 13,000 worshipers. From the beginning, the mosque had only one dome and one minaret. After undergoing renovation and expansion there are now 7 domes and 8 minarets
*Miniature Baiturrahman Grand Mosque*
Because it is so beautiful and majestic, the architect of the mosque is made a miniature
The replica of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is located in the world's largest miniature park called Minimundus Park in Klagenfurt, Karintia, Austria. The building on the replica looks very similar to the original. This miniature uses a 1:25 scale
***Small version of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque***
The miniature Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is the name of the mosque built by the Acehnese who live there. It is strategically located at the Simpang Empat South Ringroad Madukismo, precisely in Pluragan Hamlet, Tirtonirmolo Village, Kapanewon Kasihan, Bantul Regency.
This mosque was built as a form of repaying the Acehnese people for the concern of the Governor and the people of Yogyakarta when Aceh was hit by a disaster and Yogyakarta also experienced the same disaster
*Giant Umbrella Installation*
The construction of the expansion of the mosque and the installation of a giant umbrella was carried out in 2015. The function of a giant umbrella is actually to withstand the hot sun and rain. But on the other hand the giant umbrella adds to the beauty of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque.
There are 12 umbrellas that are controlled by computer technology and imported from Germany with the price per umbrella unit reaching 10 billion rupiah or equivalent to 695,862.74 USD. The construction height of one umbrella reaches 20 meters with an umbrella width of 14 meters.
*Stay strong during the earthquake and tsunami*
Remember the worst disaster in the world, especially Indonesia and Aceh 17 years ago, on December 26, 2004 to be exact. An earthquake measuring 9.8 on the Richter scale was followed by a tsunami that devastated the city of Banda Aceh and several cities in Aceh and it was the biggest disaster in the history of the world. Because this disaster attracted the attention of all countries and flocked to provide assistance to Aceh. Because this disaster claimed 120 thousand victims and this disaster also affected 11 countries
And killed up to 250 thousand people, including Malaysia, Thailand, Maldives, Burma, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, and even Tanzania.
In fact, this mosque is a witness to how it still stands strong from the brunt of the tsunami while the places around the mosque area were washed away by water. As if all piled up in front of the mosque. Garbage and even corpses that were swept away by the tsunami along with other trash such as cars and motorbikes were united in front of the mosque. Everyone at that time ran to save themselves into the mosque building and survivors who were not lucky enough to enter the mosque died
The brunt of the tsunami, which devastated parts of Aceh's coast, occurred in just 30 minutes, with a height of up to 30 meters and a speed of 100 meters per second or 360 kilometers per hour. As a result, more than 120,000 people died in the disaster.
The sad story is that 17 years have passed which the world will never forget, Indonesia especially Aceh. And now everything is beautiful, clean and back up again. Let the dark story be a story for posterity
In memory of the disaster, a tsunami museum was built containing an electronic simulation of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, as well as photos of victims and stories told by survivors. And while on vacation to Banda Aceh, this museum becomes a must-visit place
*Becoming one of the largest mosques in Southeast Asia*
Baiturrahman Mosque has a building in the style of the Ottoman Empire and has a fountain in the front of the mosque. This mosque can accommodate worshipers of up to 30,000 people. This makes the Baiturrahman Mosque one of the grandest and largest mosques in Southeast Asia
Of course this is the pride of the Acehnese people because the Baiturrahman Mosque is an icon of Aceh province
*A visit to the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque*
At the end of December 2021, my family and I visited Banda Aceh for a purpose and had the opportunity to visit the mosque and pray there. And this is the second time I come to this mosque
The first time I came at night and the second time I came during the day and I could clearly see how beautiful this mosque is. The interior, the design is extraordinary, even the bathroom and ablution area are also very beautiful.
Near the bathroom, there is also a place for breastfeeding mothers and can rest there for those who are traveling.
I am very happy, given the opportunity to come back to this mosque. The atmosphere is very cool. Shady and inside the mosque is very majestic. The pillars and walls of the mosque are carved by a very professional hand
If you have the opportunity to come to Aceh and Banda Aceh, please visit our mosque, the people of Aceh. I must really miss coming to this mosque. Because I can't always come here because it will be a 5 - 6 hour journey
The majesty and sturdiness of the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is not fiction but real. A mosque for the struggle of the Acehnese fighters, was once burned and rebuilt. Then he became a witness when the great earthquake and tsunami hit Aceh and was felt by 11 countries. We should always be grateful and not arrogant in this life. Because if Allah has willed nothing is impossible
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Regards
AYU
Spices Indonesian Cuisine
Each country has its own unique culture, customs, clothes, cuisine etc. Likewise Indonesia, has its own uniqueness and taste in cooking. Indonesian cuisine generally prefers to use spices from their own concoction rather than instant spices. Although it is undeniable, nowadays there are many who sell instant spices.
Indonesia has dozens of provinces and each province has its own regional language and accent also has many characteristics so you can tell which province he is from. Still, Indonesian is the mother tongue, the unifying language of the nation.
Likewise with different traditional clothes and what you don't forget, cuisine has its own taste image from each region, there are even dishes that look similar but have different names from each province. Unique right?
The name of the dish or the taste may be different, but the same thing is that Indonesian cuisine still uses special ingredients to make dishes smell good, namely spices. Spices are used as additional ingredients to flavor dishes so that Indonesian cuisine has the nickname ***Indonesian cuisine is rich in spices***
Spices, apart from being used as ingredients for cooking, can also be used as natural medicine, so they are very useful. There are so many spices that are found in Indonesia, even in each region also has its ***own special spices.***
*Commonly used spices include:*
1. Nutmeg
which is one of the cooking spices that smells strong and is slightly spicy. Round in shape with very hard skin. There are seeds in it. The seeds are used as food. Nutmeg is also good for health, one of which is taking care of oral health, especially teeth and gums.
2. Cardamom
This one spice is also oftenUsed in cooking, it is savory and has a sweet taste. There are so many types of cardamom, especially from the color. Cardamom also contains vitamins and is good for people with high blood pressure
3. Cloves and star anise
The combination of these two spices is very often used in cooking and health drinks and has many benefits. Can be used to treat coughs, throat infections and colds. Often also in a combination of star anise, cloves, cardamom and additional mint leaves.
4. Cinnamon
This one spice never goes out of style in cooking. In addition to enriching the taste of the dish. Cinnamon is also good for health, one of which is diabetes
5. Ginger
There are two types of ginger, red ginger and white ginger. White ginger commonly used in cooking is very useful in eliminating the fishy smell of fish, chicken, etc.
The method can be puree, thinly sliced or crushed. In addition, ginger can also be used as a health drink such as cough medicine.
6. Galangal
Almost like ginger. Only the aroma is different but has the same function in cooking. If for health Galangal contains vitamin C, which means it can help boost immunity. In addition, the intake of vitamin C can also optimize the absorption of iron, so that blood circulation becomes smooth.
7. Pepper
White pepper or black pepper is a natural spice with a distinctive hot or spicy taste. When consumed through food. And, pepper can clear the respiratory tract so as to relieve a stuffy or stuffy nose. When combined with honey, white pepper can also have an antibiotic effect and prevent respiratory infections
8. Coriander
This is one of the most famous cooking spices. And most often used in cooking and even making peanut brittle chips, beef jerky etc. In addition, boiled coriander water is also useful to avoid irritable bowel syndrome. In addition, coriander can also overcome other digestive problems such as diarrhea, flatulence, constipation, and intestinal worms.
9. Ketapang seeds
This is also one of the spices commonly used when cooking meat so that the meat is tender and savory. Ketapang seeds which are shaped like almonds have health benefits for lowering blood sugar and high blood pressure. In addition, ketapang seeds are rich in antioxidants that function to ward off free radicals
10. Cumin
The function of cumin in cooking does not only affect the taste of the dish, but also the aroma. Adding cumin to cooking, can make the aroma more fragrant. You can use cumin for seasoning like in curry. However, before using cumin must be roasted or roasted first.
White cumin or black cumin is also good for lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and weight loss
11. Lemongrass
This stem-shaped spice is also often used in cooking spices. especially when cooking curry, fish, chicken and beef. Useful to get rid of the fishy smell
Maintain Oral Health. The second benefit of ginger and lemongrass decoction is to help maintain oral health. Increase Immunity. The third benefit of ginger and lemongrass decoction is to help boost the immune system.
12. Bay leaf
This leaf is used as a cooking spice to add flavor. Usually used in soupy or sauteing dishes and used at the beginning of cooking so that the aroma comes out. And the benefits of boiled bay leaves are also good for lowering sugar levels due to diabetes
13. Kaffir lime leaves and curry
This is also a typical leaf that is often used in soupy dishes, especially curry. It is used at the beginning of cooking such as bay leaves to give off the distinctive aroma of the leaves.
14. Pandan leaves and suji
Have you seen this leaf? These two almost similar leaves are also often used in cooking, making porridge, drinks and used as a natural green dye when making cakes
And both have their respective benefits for the occasion
*How do you know the spices above? or in your country when cooking also use spices. Hopefully add insight to those of you who like to cook*
This is an authentic Indonesian dish of rendang, curry and opor that uses spices.
Regards
AYU
Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the beach
There are many ways people pamper themselves. Reading books, shopping, cooking, traveling, gardening, listening music, going to the mountains, going to the beach etc. Please do what you choose, if all of it is able to generate positive energy for yourself and does not harm others, there is no prohibition against doing it
What do you usually do to give yourself quality time?
Me? I prefer to spend time for myself by going to the beach, watching the waves, walking while enjoying the beach breeze, watching the waves, maybe watching fishermen pulling their nets when the fish are caught. We can enjoy it all just on the beach.
How about you, do you like the beach?
For me the beach is a place that can liberate all that is in me and my soul. On the beach we can enjoy other moments either alone, with family, friends, colleagues we can do it.
There are several other things I can do maybe for those of you who like the beach will feel this all
1. Beautiful place to take pictures
The atmosphere of a stretch of sea that is free without any limitations, blue skies, shades of sand and trees around the beach make it the best spot when taking pictures. If the picture of the beach is alive, we can hear the sound of the waves blending tog
2. Very real feel of nature
When our feet rest on the sand on the beach we immediately feel a free, relieved and calm atmosphere. As if we are one with nature. And most importantly directly witness the creation of the almighty
3. Nature that must be protected and cared for
The natural beauty of the beach will continue to be beautiful if we take good care of it. We should also protect the marine ecosystem in it so that it is not damaged. Like, don't litter the beach with trash, catch fish legally by destroying the underwater world, etc. Don't let this nuance become extinct and together we can preserve it
4. The waves immediately welcome the arrival of visitors
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For me hearing the waves is like the most beautiful natural music on earth. Never bored all our life. Do you agree? The waves that make me addicted to always come to the beach.
5. The expanse of sand combined with the blue sea water
When our feet first step on the sand the beach is soft and cool. Like stepping on the foam that's what I feel. Walking slowly along the beach while looking at the blue sea water makes the eyes feel clear and fresh. That is the gift of God that is given to his servant
6. Sturdy rock to decorate the beach
We also have to preserve underwater life on land, because there is fish life down there, one of which is coral or coral reefs. There are many benefits of coral reefs for marine life as well as human life. Imagine if the corals became extinct there would be no life there because there is no place for fish to breed and the sea water would be cloudy
7. Sunsets are always beautiful when seen on the beach
The phenomenon of the sunset is always made by people the most beautiful and romantic moment. Seeing the sunset can be anywhere, in the mountains, rice fields but the beach is the most beautiful because of the reflection of the light and the blue of the sea looks very impressive like there is a sprinkling of crystals on the surface of the sea
8. Able to unwind
Routines that are very time-consuming, there is nothing wrong with setting aside a moment by going to a place far from urban areas. Make yourself comfortable, calm and relaxed. The beach is one of the best alternatives to unwind. We see many people visiting the beach to enjoy the natural atmosphere of the beach which is very real.
The choice is up to each one. Enjoying the real nature doesn't have to be on the beach. God has made this world full of its wonderful contents. Please choose your favorite place, take care and don't forget to be grateful for God's creation. With us admiring God's creation, we are getting closer to the Almighty
Regards
AYU
The king of K-pop is back
Super Junior is back, ELF is waiting
After a vacuum for 2 years due to covid 19 hitting the world. A boyband from South Korea, which is a second generation boyband, held a live fan meeting titled "JAPAN SPECIAL EVENT 2022 - RETURN OF THE KING" from April 2-4 at Saitama Super Arena Japan
The football field has a capacity of 36,500 spectators. Become a sea of sapphire blue as the color of fandom. This is a repeat of the same moment in 2014.
Were you one of the audience there?
And this is the first time and they are the first boyband to hold a live event in the midst of the covid pandemic which is still around after 2-years hiatus. They can't hold live events but they only hold virtual concerts
And on this occasion super junior sang 12 songs including Superman, Blacksuit, House party, Devil, Raining spell for love, one more chance, Lunar Eclipse, Callin', Miracle, Wow wow wow, Bambina, and You & I. they also play some games with fans
This event also coincided with the birthday of one of the members of Suju Eunhyuk and he said the 2 year vacuum felt like 20 years or 200 years. And he said he was happy to meet fans live like this. He said he wanted to see the elves sing together like this for a long time
Super Junior and fans really enjoyed the show until the end. However, the fan meeting this time was only attended by 8 members, they should be 9. Because one of the members, Shindong, was exposed to covid 19. Because before leaving for Japan they did a VCR, it turned out that one member was detected as having covid 19. Get well soon Shindong
Through this fan meeting event, ELF was very happy and reminiscing about the light of the sapphire blue ocean from the lightstick in hand, which is the hallmark of every Super Junior concert. In fact, all the seats installed in the entire concert arena from the first day seemed to be filled with ELF. Even though all ElFs can't scream freely as usual during concerts because they follow health protocols, it doesn't dampen ELF's enthusiasm for watching this concert
Today is the last day, may it be smooth and given health. After this event, I hope you don't get bad news about the members being affected by covid and for Shindong to get well soon so he can gather with members at the next event.
Donghae and Ryeowook
Regards
AYU
Traditional childhood games
Were you born in the 80's and 90's?
I want to recount the things that happened in that era. This year is when I was little. What do I miss most about that time? Besides food, one accessory that I can't forget is games, especially traditional games.
When I was a child, I didn't have a cellphone or gadget like now. So you have to create your own game. There are so many games that I have played, playing yo-yo, playing hulahop, flying kites etc.
Have you ever played the games I mentioned above?
I want to evoke your memory of the traditional games I've ever played. But I have summarized it for just a few, among them :
1. Congklak
The way to play is that these two players take turns to choose one of their small holes. Then, the seeds in the hole are transferred one by one to another hole in a clockwise direction, until the seeds in the grip are used up.
From the Congklak game, children can train fine motor nerves because it involves small muscles, eye coordination and children's hands. In addition, the Congklak game can also train patience, learn to count, understand the rules, be honest with children.
2. Seremban stone
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Also known as a soft stone. This game is usually played by women because it is relaxed and not lazy.
This game uses five to seven small stone seeds by bouncing and welcoming the stone without any splashing.
3. Engklek Game
Is a traditional game of jumping on flat fields drawn on the ground, by making a picture of a box and then jumping with one foot from one box to another
How to Play the Engklek
Gaco is thrown in the first box. After that, the player begins to jump around with one foot from one box to another in sequence, except for the box where the gaco is. Then, the player returns to his fixed place of origin by jumping on one leg, while taking the gaco
And each player has a gaco, which is a stone or shard that is used as a throwing tool.
4. Marbles game
There are several types of playing this game, I'll show you the games I've played
Starting with throwing each marble towards the hole that was previously made by the player. The one whose marbles are closest to the hole has the right to play first, then the next sequence is adjusted according to the close distance between the thrown marbles and the hole made.
All the children put a marble in the circle. Then all the children stand about a meter from the circle, behind a line. Alternately, toss another marble into the circle. The child whose marble is furthest from the circle may play first.
5. Snake and ladder game and ludo
This game uses dice. This game trains children's patience in waiting their turn and hone their skills in socializing with friends. Cognitive development will grow and children are trained to solve simple problems. Ludo and snakes and ladders is a game that is dominated by numbers and pictures.
6. Rubber rope jumping game
The game is played using a rubber rope as a game tool. This type of game is included in the traditional game that utilizes the strength and cooperation of the players. The rubber rope used in the jump rope game is woven lengthwise.
The rubber jump rope game is one of the games that provides so many benefits for anyone who does it. Not only train motor movements, this game can also train a person's emotions.
How fun, right?
Those are some old traditional games that I used to play with my childhood friends
Very fun, compact and lively. because this game can't be played alone
I am also trying to introduce this traditional game to my children, one of which is Congklak (picture number 1)
Hopefully it can remind you of your childhood.
photo source:
~ Google
~ Grid.id
~ Pixabay.com
~ private collection
Regards
AYU
MEUGANG Tradition welcomes the month of Ramadan
🕌🕋Welcomes the month of Ramadhan🕌🕋
April 3, 2022 or 1 Ramdhan tomorrow, all Muslims around the world will welcome the holy month of Ramadan. And for 1 month, Muslims will fast. Fasting is a mandatory worship that must be carried out by Muslims who have reached puberty as a command of Allah
All Muslims around the world are very enthusiastic about welcoming this holy month, because God promises that this month will be given a double reward for his servants who are sincere in worship.
One of the enthusiasm of the Muslim ummah is to hold various traditions or customs that have been carried out for a long time. At my place, I also have a tradition of welcoming the month of Ramadan, namely " Meugang Day "
Meat prices will definitely increase drastically than usual. Yesterday was the first day of roasting and the price of 1 kg of meat was 170,000 - 180,000 rupiah or $12-13. It's very expensive, but the people of my area are still enthusiastic about buying meat to eat with their family, because it's a tradition.
Every time this meugang day comes. I remember my childhood. My late mother was very good at cooking meat up to several types of dishes in 1 day and I really miss those days. Gather with family, cook together, and it's very happy
And today I will be very busy cooking meat. And I will cook rendang and red cooked meat, typical of my area, Aceh, Indonesia
For all Muslims wherever you are, congratulations on welcoming the holy month of Ramadan, may this year's Ramadan make us more and more maintain peace and hope for all diseases, virus outbreaks and the world will return to health and happiness.
photo source :
~serambinews.com
~kompas.com
~private collection
Regards
AYU
My world in my writing, writing is my world
Writing is actually not a new world for me. when i was in junior high school the world "scribbled out" I already did.
As a teenager, I liked to write a diary, collect song lyrics, etc. And when I was in high school, I liked to write poetry, collect poetry, write short stories and go to college. And had time to stop because of busyness. Finally, a total stop.
After I got to know NoiseCash and Readcash a few months ago, the spirit of writing that I once did resurfaced. My writing is just a hobby, not published just for my own collection
What do you think about writing?
According to the opinion of experts, writing is aimed at providing information about something, either in the form of facts, events, opinions, views and data to the reader. So that readers can get new insights and knowledge from the writing.
As for the writer who really loves the world of writing. Writing can help you express the emotions you are feeling and are holding back. You are free to write when you are sad, happy, upset, angry or otherwise when you cannot tell others. Believe it or not, this method is very effective for pouring out your emotions so that nothing is buried
Everyone has their own views and reasons for what he writes as a hobby, curious, try it, imitate or write is like a main meal for him he doesn't care whether his writing is seen by people or not he continues to write, writes his soulmate because writing is his world and can be self.
Which is your type? Me? hobby and soulmate
Why do I say soulmate?because when I write I feel like I'm sitting with my soulmate, what I want to say, express, think, feel, my sadness, my happiness is all threaded in a writing
Through writing apart from expressing our feelings and thoughts, writing also has other extraordinary benefits. Here I can summarize hopefully it will make us even more enthusiastic about writing, including :
1. Creativity
Do you agree that writing can add to our insight into vocabulary? This is where the brain works when writing, it has to look for a lot of vocabulary what to use, it must understand the use of standard and non-standard language. Automatically our brains are invited to think to find words for our sake which we describe in our writing. Get used to writing so that we become rich in language and more creative and our creativity will increase by writing often
2. Strengthen memory
When writing, it is not only the hands that work but all aspects, especially our brain. In this brain, the initial process of writing is carried out from looking for writing ideas, the title of the outline of writing to becoming a beautiful writing
To make writing, we are required to read, remember and then start writing based on what we read
This is where our brains are trained to remember, think and our brain performance will increase if it is often trained. Just like a human muscle, its strength must continue to be trained to make it stronger.
Write often so that our brains continue to update with good and interesting ideas
3. Life is more quality and productive
Write in the morning before doing the activity, have you ever done it? No need for heavy and long writing. Which is light, about the activities you will do. or the writing is short with light topics we can also do
4. Improved language quality
When writing, we should not use language at will. Must understand the rules of EYD well so that our writing is good and easy for others to understand.
When writing we also have to estimate who is reading our writing so that the language we use is age-appropriate. With such our language skills will increase
5. Makes speech more fluent
The vocabulary mastered will affect the skill when speaking. This will be useful when you are required to speak in public without using text. The better your writing, the better your speaking skills will be.
5. As a medium of communication
Some people when he speaks directly often mispronounce even make people offended. So, through writing, we can serve as a medium to convey something, even we can correct our writing is good or not before conveying it to others.
6. Practice patience
Produce good writing can not be separated from us reading. These two activities cannot be done instantly or in a hurry. It takes time to understand, remember, organize and it takes calm
7. Make money
For one, you can already feel in readcash where to accommodate our writing and if we are lucky we get money
Besides being a writer can be a promising profession. There are already many professions whose main basis is a writer such as blogger, content writer, copywriter, UI UX writer, scriptwriter, translator, journalist and many others.
Are you still passionate about writing?
That's my writing this time about the benefits of writing, the beauty of writing and the many experts and writers who were born on this earth
Below are some quotes from great writers how writing is something that really counts
"To become a writer, all it takes is a strong will to write and then put it into practice, people who only have the will to write, but have never done it, then it is the same as dreaming to own a car, without any effort and hard work to own it." - ( Stephen King )
"Reading is a center that a writer cannot escape." - ( Stephen King )
"Never hesitate to imitate other writers. Every artist who hones his craft needs a model. Eventually, you will find your own style and shed the skin of the writers you imitated." (William Zinsser)
"Reading you will know the world more closely. Write, you will be known close to the world". (Madi Ar-Ranim)
"Writing is a necessity so that our brains are not filled with the feces of thought. So, write. Whether it's in notebooks, palm leaves, inscriptions, or even social media, keep writing regardless of who your work will be appreciated and how much it is worth". (Fiersa Besari)
"Everyone will die except for his work, so write something that will make you happy in the hereafter." ( Ali bin Abi Talib )
"Writing teaches you that what you say can be you. However, what you write will always be there."
"Keep writing. At least people will know you're still alive."
Thank you
Regards " AYU "
Tips for teaching students to care about the cleanliness of the school environment
Maintaining a clean environment is not only applied and carried out by our children at home where they live but also at the school where they study.
A clean, neat and beautiful school environment must be created so that the place where our children seek knowledge is clean and comfortable. To have it all, we need to teach love for the cleanliness of the school environment where he is studying and taught from an early age. Because, the cleanliness of the school environment is not only for teachers, principals, one student but for all, for the community and for the next generation of students.
Teaching students to care about the school environment is not an easy thing. It takes hard work, enterprising from all school residents. Need to provide an overview, motivation, how to create a clean school environment.
I am a teacher and currently our school is participating in a school environment cleaning competition through the ADIWIYATA SCHOOL program, namely ADIWIYATA SCHOOL is a SCHOOL that cares about a healthy, clean and beautiful environment
Below are some pictures of student activities when cleaning the school area where I teach in for the Adiwiyata School program
Prior to the existence of this program, we school members from students, teachers, principals, parents have done and invited students to protect the environment. After the Adiwiyata school program emerged, we continued to make some major changes, renovating, organizing, creating all aspects to create a clean school environment
To invite and teach students to love a clean school environment, special activities need to be carried out so that they will get used to it. Ways that we can apply, among others.
1. Giving Direction
Provide direction, views and assertiveness about the importance of maintaining the success of the school environment. Give, important points, goals, benefits when the school environment is well maintained. Because school is a place to learn. Of course we have to care for and maintain. A clean and tidy school environment will also help the spirit of learning
2. Habituation
"you can get used to it" this proverb teaches something that must be done repeatedly, support, remind, and every day. To get used to maintaining a clean school environment, it needs to be supported by reminders or prohibitions, writings on pamphlets that are hung around the school area. Provide trash cans throughout the school area. Different bins for different trash need to be provided. Organic, non-organic and bottles trash cans. All this is done so that students do as they have been set. From keeping from trash to throwing trash in the appropriate place provid
3. Remind each other
Those who are not used to throwing garbage in its place will definitely forget. The role of the teacher is to teach students to remind each other if their friends forget to throw garbage in its place. Provide an understanding, if the cleanliness of this school is a shared responsibility and all school members. So, it must be done together
4. Be a good example
Children will imitate what the adults around them do. The teacher should set an example of good behavior. Not only advising but also doing and inviting together with students. Children are usually easier to do what they see than what they hear
5. Student's parental support
All school regulations and programs to run well need to get support from students' parents. Don't think when your child cleans the school and class like a janitor or gets angry when your child is told to sweep and clean the school area.
Parents of students must teach the importance of a clean environment from their home so that he will get used to doing it at school or wherever he is. Without cooperation and mutual support, a clean, beautiful and tidy school environment will not be realized
6. Routinely clean the classroom
By teaching students to regularly clean their own classrooms, that cleanliness will be created. The class teacher can make a schedule for cleaning the classroom for students. It can consist of 5 or 6 students. They have to do it together so that the classroom will always look clean and pleasant
Don't forget to provide cleaning tools such as brooms, bells, mops, a place to collect water for watering plants in front of the class, etc. Without realizing it, this is a way of teaching classroom cleanliness and also teaching students to work together, being responsible for their duties
7. care about the cleanliness of the toilet
One of the most important and often overlooked places is the toilet. This place is the main and very important part of the school. If the toilet is clean, then the other parts are also clean and beautiful
If the toilet is dirty, it will be dirtier elsewhere. As a teacher, never get tired of reminding students to keep the toilet clean and flush clean after using it
And don't forget to wash your hands after defecating or urinating. Even though it looks trivial, this has a big impact on them and those around them
8. Cleanliness of places of worship
The school must provide a place of worship for all school residents. In schools that have worship programs in schools, the cleanliness of places of worship is very important. Clean and holy is the main thing in carrying out worship, so don't ignore it.
9. Creating a green, beautiful and cheerful environment
Keeping the environment clean is not enough just to care about the school environment. Principals, teachers invite students to create a beautiful environment. You can plant trees, flowers or vegetables along the school area
Utilize the vacant land around the school to plant, maintain and care for these plants
Grow all kinds of vegetables that one day can be enjoyed or sold. From here, students also learn to farm and appreciate work as a farmer
To achieve this, there must be a special program to hold tree, vegetable and flower planting activities on certain days. And the teacher can also invite students to bring their own plants from home
10. creativity, craft and art
Utilizing waste into valuable objects can be done by utilizing waste that can be used as useful objects.
It takes skill and willingness to make the waste that has been thrown away to be used to make beautiful crafts. Such as crackle plastic, plastic spoons, coffee cups, instant noodle cups, newspapers, packaged rice containers, drink bottles, etc
To do this, the teacher can guide you and watch videos on how to make crafts from these materials.
11. Make a class cleaning competition
To make students more enthusiastic in maintaining a clean environment. There is nothing wrong with the school holding a class cleaning competition. Which aims to motivate students to further improve the cleanliness of the class. The cleanliness competition between classes can be seen from the cleanliness, class design, compactness, etc
12. Campus Service day
To do the things mentioned above takes a long time and a long time. 30 minutes is not enough. The school can provide special days in order to get maximum and satisfying results. This campus dedication day specifically provides time to clean the school area more thoroughly. The choice of days can be done at the end of the week such as Friday or Saturday
Time duration can be 1 to 2 hours. And in addition, the other days before studying have also been cleaned. Then, a beautiful clean and tidy school environment will be realized
Those are some things that can be done to teach students to take care, care, care for and love school. All of that must be used to and it all starts from home. Sincere and sincere is the main key everything will be created as we
everything will be created as we dream
3. be done together
The beauty of the universe, The beautiful work of the Almighty
Some time ago I spent my weekend with my son looking at nature while walking together. Seeing the rice fields, sunrise, clouds of flowers in the neighbor's yard. I enjoyed it all
Seeing the sunrise is the first step we start every day. Its light energizes the breadwinner warrior. Seeking God's gifts in this universe. Eager to start the day, like the light of the sun that never gets tired of keeping its promise, illuminates the darkness of the night into light to the inhabitants of the earth
The vast expanse of rice fields along which we are passing is very beautiful, green as far as the eye can see. Coconut trees towering under the blue sky, clouds drifting to give way to sunlight to illuminate this earth
Beautiful flowers that bloom with beautiful colors, give color to this life. Let's smile even though the heart is sad, let's laugh even though we are disappointed, Let's be cheerful even though we are hurt. God will embrace us when we draw near to Him, God will not be far away even if we are far away. God is near very near. Chant all of us in our prayers. He hears and He knows
Small and slow steps we continued to walk down the road in front of us. That morning we walked up to 1 kilometer while looking for breakfast. I deliberately didn't use my motorbike at that time, I just wanted to walk, breathe the air, see the sun and clouds carefully, feel the very cool breeze.
I'm very grateful to feel it all. It turns out that true happiness is when the heart is peaceful, calm and grateful
Hopefully my writing this time is useful for all readcash friends. God has created all kinds of very beautiful works, beautiful earth, beautiful nature are all beautiful. Together smiling together grateful together we take care
Original photo captured with my own camera
Happy greetings
Ayu & My Son
@Ayukyukyu2
