After thinking for several times, i decide to get air asia ticket to go to Bali at April 21, 2008, and stay there until April 3o, 2008.
I never been to Bali before.
At 1998 i did decide to take the invitation from one of Bali University to be their students with scholarship. I won two scholarship, one to Lampung for Communication Science and another one is at Udayana Bali for Tourism.
My mom threat me that she will never ever visit me if i choose Bali. So i choose Lampung. And during 5 years untl my graduation she only went there twice, first to drive me there, and seconde when i got to ICU for malaria extremely high fever (41 C) that doctors said could kill me 
(yes they did said so).
I ever planned to backpack during my university to Bali, both at the same time when the bombing happened.
So, i haven't been there before.... 
After i booked the flight at January 20, 2008. I browse and reads things about Bali. I've made plans where to stay, what to do, where to eat, transportation, etc.
I am planning to stay at Kuta, Ubud, Bedugul, and Lovina.
This are the hotels that i might stay in Kuta:
1. Kedins Inn, Poppies lane 1
2. Ayu Beach Inn, Poppies Lane 1
3. AP Inn, Poppies Lane 1
4. Kuta Inn, Poppies Lane 2
5. Masa Inn, Poppies Lane 2
In Ubud I haven't had any plan yet. But been browsing this Guest house called "Teba House" and "Rumah Kunang-Kunang" or the firefly guest house. Like the scenic places like this two... and the price its quite reasonable with the view just like that.
I havent had much info's about the other places that i want to visit. But for sure, just lying at beach not sitting infront of my computer is a huge progress in relaxation. See sunsets, sunrise or stars... ohhhhh.. it even made me smiling now. 
But i think i already got some hostels names to think about in Lovina and Bedugul area. Not a big worry since i dont have to think about language difference and i already got my self a Bali map !
I might will meet an old friend there, or new one. This is what i love about travelling.
I'll keep posted up the plan...
Packing too much will cost you more money. That's for sure. 
There fore we must do the packing strategy that allow us to bring things that we need during the travelling. Ignore the "what if..." that mostly happened to all travellers.
Heres' the complete list what we might consider could help you to pack for your backpacking journey. Its not a "must" to carry things here on the list, but this might very helpfull for you to arrange things and maybe give thought at a very last minute of your travelling packing.
Remember only to carry things that you will need the most !
- ressy jacket
- 2 pairs trousers/skirts (shorts?)
- 2-4 shirts
- swimsuit
- dark (cardigan) sweater
- rainwear (umbrella?)
- parka, coat, or equivalent
- 3+ pairs socks
- 3+ pairs undergarments
- long (lightweight) underwear
- long T-shirt or sarong [cover-up]
- necktie, scarf, hairband, bandanna
- gloves / mittens
- sun hat / knitted cap, hat clip
- 1 pair dressy shoes (laces?)
- 1 pair walking shoes/boots (laces?)
- flip-flops or sandals
- belt
________________________________________- travel pack or shoulder bag (& luggage cart?)
- daypack (fanny pack? purse?)
- lightweight duffel/laundry bag
- luggage lock(s) (cable?)
________________________________________- universal (flat) sink stopper
- detergent, spot remover
- (surgical rubber braid) clothesline
- inflatable hangers [to dry clothes]
________________________________________- toilet paper, antibacterial wipes
- (chemical or mechanical) water purifier
- analgesic of choice
- diarrhea treatment (e.g., Lomotil and/or Cipro)
- infection treatment (e.g., Keflex)
- malaria tablets
- insect repellent, mosquito net
- sunscreen, lip balm
- bandages, moleskin (other first aid?)
- menstrual, contraceptive, and/or prophylactic supplies
- vitamins, necessary medications
- plastic water bottle, (collapsible) cup
________________________________________- pen(s), small notebook, glue stick [for notes, addresses, diary, …]
- personal address book (stamps?)
- maps, guidebooks, phrase books, Post-it® notes, restaurant lists, membership cards, business/calling cards, telephone access numbers
- reading material
- large envelopes [to mail things home]
________________________________________- alarm clock/watch (batteries?)
- flashlight, headstrap, extra batteries (bulbs?)
- multipurpose tool, scissors
- spoon (fork? chopsticks? spork?), (coffee tin lid) plate
- compass
- whistle
- rubber door stop [for security]
- inflatable travel pillow
- hostel sheet bag (sleeping bag? bivouac sack? blanket? tent?)
________________________________________- safety pins, rubber bands, cord
- sewing kit, including large needle
- to accommodate dental floss
- (Ziploc®) plastic bags, garbage bags
- duct (or gaffer's) tape
________________________________________- toothbrush, tooth cleaner, floss
- razor, blades, shaving oil/cream
- comb and/or hairbrush
- shampoo, bar soap & container
- deodorant
- nail clippers
- [unbreakable] mirror
- (Viscose?) towel
________________________________________- dark glasses, retainer, case
- lens cleaning cloth/supplies, copy of prescription (spare glasses?)
- earplugs (eye mask?) [to ease sleep]
________________________________________- passport, visas, extra passport photos, vaccination certificates
- copies of important documents (international?) driver's license, health insurance information
- travel tickets
- charge & ATM cards, cash, traveller's cheques
- 2 personal cheques
- security pouch [worn under clothes]
________________________________________Specialty Items:- camera (lenses? flash? tripod? film? extra batteries? charger? download adapter?)
- cellular telephone (charger?)
- laptop computer (flash drive? power cord/adapters? network cable(s)?)
- (solar) calculator
- gifts
Happy Packing !!
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Yesterday afternoon i were shocked with news from Maria that her father was in coma because severe heart attack.
We cry and hugging each other so tight, at my working desk.
At 6.10 pm when we went to our room at base camp, she phoned me and said her father already passed away, in Medan.
I know her feelings, it's really hard to loose someone that you love so much.
Today she fly back to Medan and hopely will arrive at 2pm noon.
I feel so sad.
I just hope that she will have strength to move on...
To a father, when a child dies, the future dies; to a child when a parent dies, the past dies.
Red Auerbach
