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It’s Always God: Through Change and Growth

Unstoppable gratitude, these are the two words that define 2025, and probably 2026 and many years ahead.

When I look back at early 2025, so many meaningful things happened. The second semester at UNHAN began. My children turned 10 and 8. We celebrated our 11th wedding anniversary, and my husband and I both turned 37. Many beautiful moments filled our days.
Besides the ups, we also faced some downs. As a couple, we learned how to reconcile and find our rhythm again. We are constantly learning to manage our shortcomings so that the system we have built—our family—can keep working and growing.

The second half of 2025 brought quite drastic changes. My husband moved to a different division at work, and we moved into our panggon, our new home in Halim Perdanakusuma. Our children advanced to years 5 and 3. I was no longer in my second semester at UNHAN, but I was trusted to serve as a Master of Ceremony and moderator for several UNHAN events. I also traveled to Pontianak for a few days with limited money, yet by God’s grace, we were able to celebrate Christmas and New Year with my core family and my entire family.
Without God’s grace and will, I am sure things could have turned out very differently. Thinking about that makes me realize how precious this life is.

I no longer want to take time for granted. I want to use the time God gives me wisely, effectively, and meaningfully.
This year, I created new resolutions while continuing the good habits from last year: learning new languages for 15–30 minutes a day, joining online courses, participating in seminars or conferences, exercising regularly, and meditating for my mental health. I also plan to be more active on social media to promote Kanahaya Gallery and share topics on international relations and defence diplomacy. And yes—I want to wear more colorful clothes, because I believe my days will be blessed and filled with beautiful things.

Thinking about 2026 excites me. I know it will demand more energy, time, and resources, but I am not alone. I am already blessed with a family who supports me unconditionally.
So, happy new year to all of us.
Still grateful.
More blessings and beautiful things to come.
Cheers.
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