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Jakarta to Jakarta

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I learned at least two things from my likely “infamous” rant of some time back. Though I was never able to dismiss my original hypothesis (yea I know, don’t even go there!), it was still a learning experience. That in its self places value on it for me.
The first thing I learned is why people evade controversial subjects. I suppose one needs to be either brave or stupid to delve into those subjects which are much steeped in emotion, to try and wrench out the truth of the matter. I would like to feel that I am brave but I am not so arrogant to not think that something less than intelligence may have been involved as well. Nevertheless I do have the ability to admit when I am wrong and that hopefully counts for something. As I have done already and don’t mind doing again I say I am sorry to those of whom I have been rude to in an attempt to make my point or just in a sheer lack of
patience upon someone not having seen the point I was trying to make. That being said I may still do some controversial pieces and on my behalf it is my opinion that the truth is not always in fashion or popular but it is always worth seeking out none the less. It is my sincere hope that everyone agrees with me on that point at least.
The other thing I learned is that it has been way to long since my last vacation. So I will do my part to help keep the Airlines afloat. I will shell out five thousand of my hard earned money before it becomes worth only five hundred and go to Jakarta Indonesia with my family to visit family.
From there who knows.
So the old saying there is always a silver lining may be true after all. And if you don’t hear from me for a while don’t worry I’ll be soaking up the sun on some beach somewhere shamelessly spending my money before Uncle
Sam steals it from me to distribute it to someone that he feelsis more deserving of it. Take care.

Jakarta is gone to Jakarta!
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Coloranter Raver
Coloranter Raver
Denver, CO
36 months ago: Jakarta: Have a great vacation, just got back from one myself!

As for avoiding controversial topics, it used to be more 'fun' on RantRave to delve into such until people began attacking each other and not the ideas. Without naming names, there has been an influx of intolerance as well as ignorance, and it's made the whole site less about idea exchange, ranting and raving, and learning, and turned it more into a site filled with vitriolic, mean-spirited, hog wash.
36 months ago: Thanks Coloranter. We will be leaving in a week and are sure busy trying to get everything together. Also thanks for being understanding on the controversial issue thing. It is the truth of a matter I hold most dear and want to be able to change my perspective if the truth out weighs my current opinion on the matter.
Rudi Stettner
Rudi Stettner
 Moderator
36 months ago: I hope you write more about Indonesia. It is a fascinating place. I admire those who can maintain civility across ideological lines. It's even better when someone feels strongly and still does so

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