South East Asia in a Fortnight

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I just came back from a two week business trip in South East Asia. As mentioned in my previous post it was my first time in Asia and I was deeply impressed. Everything is colorful and full of life. Even though I just visited the big cities ( Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Bangkok, Manila and Jarkata ) I got a first idea about Asia. I sure will return.

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Going Home

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Saturday the 17th of March, Airport of Jakarta, Indonesia about 7pm. I’m sitting at the gate waiting for boarding and think about the last two weeks. I travel a lot for business but I never got that far. This business trip brought me to Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines and to Indonesia. What a journey! Continue reading →

Blue

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The day after my mothers funeral. We met a close friend for coffee. My wife and I were still exhausted from the last weeks. Not enough sleep. Totally empty we sat there and talked about life. Growing old is tough but there is no getaway. Continue reading →

In The Army Now!

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Today we get the opportunity to vote against the general conscription and for a professional army. I’m not sure we need either but when I look at the map there are not too many countries left that have a general conscription, especially in the “Western World”. I was in the army once but honestly I would prefer to be defended by professionals should there ever be a need. If I want to have my teeth checked I go to see my dentist not my neighbor. Continue reading →