Thoughts On Inspiring Friends: Dita, Gerry, Affa, Apel, Vivi

I decided to write something about these wonderful people because I've been touched by true and sincere friendship they have shown me. These fellas came to the airport to accompany me at my departure to Australia. Unfortunately, they're a little bit late (they arrived at the airport when I was boarding, so they couldn't see me for the last time). I'm really sorry that I can't meet these tremendous pals for the last time, so I'm gonna dedicate this post for them. For me, each of them is so inspiring. Let me introduce you to them and let me know why I chose them as one of my inspiring friends.

So here they are:

From left to right: Affa, Apel, Vivi, and Gerry

Why are they special?

1. Affa is very good at designing, especially in designing anime-like characters. You can visit his DeviantArt here to see his works. Not to mention he just gained his Bachelor of Engineering degree, majoring in Architecture. I really believe that he could be a succesful architect someday. I have no doubt on his art talent. But what I like about him the most is the way he sees life in a very simple and realistic way. One of my other inspiring friends, Dita, once said that Affa's perspective in life is even greater than Mario Teguh's golden ways, and we insist that he should have his own show to beat Mario Teguh's popularity. And Affa, gave a really cool reply by saying, "Showing wisdom is the sign of the reduction of the wisdom itself. So, never create a show."

2. Apel is another Bachelor of Engineering majoring in Architecture. She has a very sweet personality that everybody couldn't resist. Not to mention, she is cutely attractive, according to some of my male friends in highschool. I, myself, consider her as one of the kindest person I ever met. She's also good at photography and designing photo manipulation. You can see her artworks here.

3. Vivi. She's also one of the nicest people I ever met. She graduated from Japanese study program and I envy her for that! Haha. She knows quite a lot about Japan and very independent because she's currently working at the airport from Monday to Saturday. Tough job, man!

4. Gerry. He's one of the bestest friends I ever had! The wonderful thing about him is he befriends me unconditionally, and vice versa. He's also an expert at gadget stuff. Mark my words.

And last but not least, the most amazing friend anyone would probably know: DITA NISSA PRADANI

Why is she special?

Dita has the most hilarious jokes I ever heard/read (since she usually gave her best jokes via twitter). Her jokes are the representations of her point of view, which I describe as the combination between cynicism, fatalism, honesty, beauty, fun, and "the art of letting go because life just needs to be this way." Listening to/reading her jokes somehow motivates me more in accepting life the way it is and continuing it whatever it takes. Here are some of the examples of her jokes. Be careful with context. You might not understand what she meant if you dont know the context but once you're getting contextual, you'll find these amazing.

"Saking laparnya, sampai2 kalau saya ini Zulaikha, saya akan tetap memilih Indomie daripada Yusuf a.s." (I'm so hungry that even if I were Zulaikha, I would choose noodles over Prophet Joseph)

Question: When will you get married?
Answer: Look! There's a bear! *distracting attention

I learn many great things from literature. I finally found out that if you can get porno, why bother being scientific.

If you're Indonesian, follow her twitter @ditanp. You'll know why I told you that she's hilarious.

In short, I love these friends. They are beautiful and unique in their own ways. Really inspiring. I will never forget you, guys. We might be separated by the sea, but I'll always remember how you made me smile. And friends are one of the few things I miss from Indonesia.