Category Archives: Tembagapura

Fortune Apple

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Kriste Rose

Yesterday, Chinese communities around the world quietly bid farewell to the horse and passionately welcomed the goat. Characterized as an auspicious animal, the goat is kind, benevolent, helpful, trusting, and has a strong sense of kindheartedness. Its quiet influence signifies … Continue reading →

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Visa Run

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Kriste Rose

We just retuned from a short trip to Singapore to renew our visas. With numerous stories being told of some employees experiencing a quick, 24-hour turnaround, and other employees experiencing a long, frustrating wait (up to 4-6 weeks), our fate … Continue reading →

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Relocation

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Kriste Rose

On January 1, 2015, two police Mobile Brigade personnel and a Freeport security officer were killed in an attack led by an armed gang (allegedly) affiliated with the “Free Papua” separatist movement. The government immediately deployed a joint security team … Continue reading →

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7693 Miles from Home: The Movie

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Kriste Rose

7693 Miles from Home: The Movie, will not be released in a theater near you, but short videos of our adventures in Indonesia (and beyond) are now available for you to watch in the comfort of your own home.  We’ve … Continue reading →

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Currency

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Kriste Rose

currency [kur–uh n-see, kuhr-] Noun, plural currencies 1. the money that a country uses. 2. a specific kind of money. 3. the circulation of money for general use in a particular country. Synonyms: money, legal tender, cash, bills, notes, coins, coinage, candy Origin … Continue reading →

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