Hello, I am
Fikri Rasyid
Indonesian. Father of two. Muslim. Web developer. I’ve blogged here since 2008.
About the blog
It started with “i want a place where i can share my idea in any form that i want“. Over the years i also realize that this is also a form of self expression which helps me to connect with like-minded people.
If you enjoy what you are reading, let’s get to know each other.
Travel ✈︎
I pour hours and lots of love into these. Extensively written and photo-driven blog post. Looks better in desktop / large screen.
Mexico Trip (2019)
Spain Trip (2018)
Japan Trip (2017)
Recent Posts
I used to be “try to only put my best stuff out there“- kinda guy. These days i realize that it significantly held me back from doing anything so these days so i simply write and hit publish whenever I have a chance to do so.
By Your Side
It is quite weird that as I grow older, sleeping becomes one of frequently encountered issue I got. I used to be able to sleep very easily. Lie down, close my eyes for significant amount of seconds, then off I go to the land of dream. It's not that simple anymore....
Save One Person
I'm pretty sure it was Steve Jobs' view on perfectionism (particularly from Walter Isaacson's biography) that shaped my view on how and what should I work on. Particularly, on what should I make, share, and write. Is this the best thing that I can write? Is this great...
Eid Al-Adha 2018
There was celebration of Eid Al-Adha in the middle of August 2018. My extended family from my mother side has its own tradition when it comes to celebrating Eid Al-Adha. In my family, the day is generally can be divided into three parts: The actual ritual, family...
Fresh Breath of Air at Orchid Forest Cikole, Bandung
You can plan as long as you want but end up never executing it but you can also pops an idea and five minutes later you're actually doing it. We had a latter moment weeks ago. We had a free time, my little sister is in town (she's currently studying abroad), and we...
Groceries at Superindo Dago
I recently purchased Sony A7ii + 28mm f2.0 OSS lens earlier this month to achieve full-frame mirrorless experience with wider field of view and better dynamic range. I'm so excited and carrying it everywhere including to the supermarket. I can say the that the result...
An Afternoon in Rainbow Garden
I have been to Lembang's Floating Market couple of times. I knew that they are expanding their site with new thematic parks (if you can call them "parks") but i haven't had a chance to visit it. Couple of weeks a go my in-laws are in town and we have this free time on...
Eid Mubarak 2018
Me and my wife have a pact to take turns on big family holiday such as Eid Mubarak and Eid Al-Adha: If this year we celebrate it in Bandung (my hometown), next year we'll celebrate it in Cirebon (her hometown). This year is Cirebon's turn. We'll celebrate Eid Mubarak...
Genggong Iftar 2018
This year I had a chance to attend iftar with my close college friends (we deliberately reference ourself as Genggong for the sake of referencing) besides my #LimamuUnite buddies. We were close friends during college due to the class we were in and this year marks a...
Routines feat Interest in Photography
It was a normal weekend for us. We need to go to places, doing chores, and stuffs. In spirit of practicing to "see" through things, I carried my Sony α6000 + E 35mm f1.8 OSS lens and captured picture here and there through out the day. I hope you like it. Early Day at...