United Nations Day at Jakarta Intercultural School

February 18, 2023

The Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) recently celebrated its United Nations Day or UN Day for its High School students. JIS is the biggest international school here in Jakarta that caters to preschool until Grade 12 across several campuses. Because of this, the activities for preschool and elementary, Middle School, and High School are independent of… Read More United Nations Day at Jakarta Intercultural School

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Renewal of KITAS in Jakarta

February 1, 2023

Every year, we have to process the renewal of our KITAS here in Jakarta. All foreigners living here in Indonesia have to have KITAS or the Kartulzin Tinggal Terbatas. It is the Residency Permit issued by Immigration to all foreigners living or working here in Indonesia. We are thankful to the staff in my husband’s… Read More Renewal of KITAS in Jakarta

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What is IASAS?

October 6, 2022

Expat families assigned to Southeast Asia most likely know what IASAS is. It is because they also most likely have school-age children who attend international schools and are members of IASAS. It stands for Interscholastic Association of Southeast Asian Schools. Its member schools are the Singapore American School (SAS), International School Bangkok (ISB), International School… Read More What is IASAS?

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Silver-Painted Beggars in Jakarta

August 20, 2022

The first time my first son saw the silver-painted beggars in Jakarta, he immediately looked them up on the internet. They are apparently all over the streets in Jakarta. Well, we see them mostly in South Jakarta. My son was intrigued and felt pity for them. It is the toxic paint that they cover their… Read More Silver-Painted Beggars in Jakarta

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Affordable Houseplants in Jakarta

June 9, 2022

When I learned about my husband’s work relocation, I was immediately looking forward to all the affordable houseplants in Jakarta. I knew this is one of the best places blessed with plants you can dream of having. But I also knew I needed to stick to a budget as I can’t bring these plants with… Read More Affordable Houseplants in Jakarta

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What to Expect when you Vote: Month-long Overseas Absentee Voting

April 13, 2022

The Philippine election has started for Filipinos living abroad through overseas absentee voting. I exercised my power to vote last Sunday, April 10, so I can now share with you what to expect when you vote during the month-long overseas absentee voting. All Filipinos living abroad, who have registered under the Overseas Absentee Voting, are… Read More What to Expect when you Vote: Month-long Overseas Absentee Voting

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Indonesia’s Symbol of Unity

February 2, 2022

What could be the best way to show Indonesia’s symbol of unity? As a country with the largest archipelago consisting of more than 17,000 islands, it will unsurprisingly be filled with a myriad of influences. The most dominant among these factors is religion. And while the country is predominantly Muslim, there is also a big… Read More Indonesia’s Symbol of Unity

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New Year Fruits for Prosperity

January 2, 2022

The Philippines has a long-standing tradition of having New Year Fruits for prosperity. As the end of the year nears, families would be busy gathering 12 kinds of fruits to be displayed on the table to welcome the new year. And these are not just any fruit, but these should be round fruits. Why round… Read More New Year Fruits for Prosperity

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A Pinoy Christmas Party

December 24, 2021

A Pinoy Christmas Party stands out wherever we are in the world. It is loud, long, filled with music, dancing and, games. We did just that! A Pinoy Christmas Party in Jakarta. My friends and I here in Jakarta organized our families’ Christmas party. It was a home away from home feel-good night with all… Read More A Pinoy Christmas Party

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Which is better, Living in a House or Apartment in Jakarta?

December 5, 2021

Before our move to Jakarta, my husband and I were contemplating and asking around. Which is better, Living in a House or Apartment in Jakarta? Of course, the more feedback we got, the more confused we were. So, we made a guide for ourselves which I think can help fellow expats when they move to… Read More Which is better, Living in a House or Apartment in Jakarta?

Everyday moments, beautifully lived

Category: Life & Stories

United Nations Day at Jakarta Intercultural School

Renewal of KITAS in Jakarta

What is IASAS?

Silver-Painted Beggars in Jakarta

Affordable Houseplants in Jakarta

What to Expect when you Vote: Month-long Overseas Absentee Voting

Indonesia’s Symbol of Unity

New Year Fruits for Prosperity

A Pinoy Christmas Party

Which is better, Living in a House or Apartment in Jakarta?