My Trip

Get Happiness in Bali

            I will tell you about my trip in Bali. It was very amazing trip. This trip have done when I was Senior High School with the student of Senior High School of Banyumas and also the teachers. Before we fixed to Bali, I and some friends which is OSIS Organitation was meeting. This meeting talk about the place to the trip. There are many idea of beautiful places that was given by some student. For example : Bromo Mountain, Karimun Jawa, and Bali. However, almost every student chose to Bali. So, the trip fixed to Bali.

       Then, I had prepared such as bought a snacks, mineral water, brought a jacket, t-shirt, uniform, jeans, etc. The cost to Bali 800.000 Rupiah. It was included bus fee, tour leader, hotel fee, tickets to visited some object in Bali.

       On May 2010, the day I went to Bali. At 06.45 a.m I entered to bus. I sat with Nur Hanunggrah Permatasari. At 07.00 a.m we depart to Bali. On the way to Bali, I and Nur talked about issue, advertisement on TV, but sometimes I also joined with another friends who playing guitar and I sang together. Unfortunately, there was my friend vomit. Her name is Rani. She got cold, dizzy.

     At 02.00 a.m we had arrived in Banyuwangi. After that, we must come out from bus and go for walk to the ship. At 03.00 a.m I and my friends entered the ship. This is second time for me can ride the ship again. I felt so happy.

       At 05.00 a.m we arrived in Bali. I saw many Balinese temple in every home. I felt so exciting because I didn’t found and saw it in my hometown. Next, we went to hotel to take a bath, had breakfast, and prepared to the first destination.

       At 09.00 a.m we went to Tanjung Benoa. In here, I saw a beautiful scenery and I enjoy it. Furthermore I and my friends. Their name are Adhi, Rian, Doni, Irma, and Ratna interest to saw turtle in close to Tanjung Benoa. We went by ship and the cost is 50.000 Rupiah. The foolish story happened it. I was given bread from Adhi and I ate it because I felt very hungry. After I’ve ate bread all of my friends laugh for me. I don’t know why they are laugh. I try to asked question for Rian “ What’s wrong with me?” He answered “The bread have you ate it is food of fish”. After I heared that, I am so shy and I felt improper. Yeaaah… Never mind!

We continued our trip. We went to Tanah Lot. This first time I saw beach with a temple. It is so amazing! The last destination in this day went to Kuta Beach. I am very happy because I can visited it. I enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kuta Beach, I and my friends also took a picture, playing volley beach, etc.

       Next day, we went to Kampung Adat Panglipuran. We have assignment from Sosiology teacher to research the habit of people, the culture, social status,etc. Then, make  a report of scientific research. I felt bored because the people who explain is so long and flat. After that, we continued to Sangeh. Sangeh is like forest with many monkey. I felt afraid because there are so many monkey around the forest. From Sangeh, we went to GWK(Garuda Wisnu Kencana). The scenery of GWK is very mystical. Here I saw the traditional dance from Bali, Tari Kecak. Tari Kecak is so attractive.

       The last day in Bali, we went to Sukowati Market. I bought accessory to my sister and dress to my mother. After that, we went to Joger. Joger is the most famous place in Bali. It famous with sold the unique t-shirt, sandals, shoes, etc. I also bought t-shirt. Last destination before we leaved Bali, we went to Bedugul. Bedugul is lake. The weather is so cold. After we went to Bedugul, we came back to Banyumas.

It was my unforgettable experience in Bali because first time I went to Bali. I could get some knowledge and happiness in my life. It was really amazing... I hope I can come back with my someone special, my sister and my mother.

Mobiles

Mobiles : Good or Bad?

            Everywhere you go nowadays, you see people using mobiles. From school children to retired people, you see them talking in the supermarkets, on trains, in the street, everywhere! So, what are the advantages of mobiles?

            First of all, they are very convenient because you can phone from nearly anywhere. Another advantage is that they are useful in emergency situations. For example, if you are alone in your car and it breaks down, you can get help quickly. In addition, you can also use your mobile to text your friends or connect to the Internet.

            However, there are disadvantages such as the cost. Some  mobile calls still cost more than normal calls. Furthermore, it can be annoying if you are on a train or a bus and you have to listen someone else’s boring conversation. Another disadvantage is that people can contact you anywhere, at anytime, unless you switch your phone switch off!

            In conclusion, there are both advantages and disadvantages to mobiles. Personally, I feel mobiles are good thing because there give us more freedom and make communication easier.

The Transportation in surroundings of Karangwangkal Campus is less

Public transport or public transport are all means of transport where passengers are not traveling using their own vehicles. Public transportation in general, including trains and buses, but also including airline services, ferries, taxis, etc..

Public transport is the main means of transportation on Earth.  Number of means of transportation in Purwokerto has decreased by about 60 percent. But now there are about  40 units in operation.  Significant decline in the number of transportation.

I asked some questions to the driver of public transport, he said, "The cause of decrease in transportation due to various factors such as the rising price of fuel oil (BBM) and the number of motors. Moreover the average passenger transportation is the student and the merchants. Meantime, state of many students use motorcycles to go to campus and go home. "

The next day, I asked one of my friend,. Her name is Nur Amalina Chairani. She said, "I chose to use the motor because now a lot of crimes that occur on public transport."

Heathy Tips

Pets Can Improve Your Health

1.    Stay Well With Your Animals

Most pet owners don't need reminding. Animals make people feel good. But we're talking about more than feeling glad they're around. Your favorite animal can make you healthy and help you stay that way. You may be surprised at just how many ways a pet can improve your health.

2.   Pets Are Natural Mood Enhancers

It only takes a few minutes with a dog or cat or watching fish swim to feel less anxious and less stressed. Your body actually goes through physical changes in that time that make a difference in your mood. The level of cortisol, a hormone associated with stress, is lowered. And the production of serotonin, a chemical associated with well-being, is increased. Reducing stress saves your body wear and tear.

3.   Keep Blood Pressure in Check

You still have to watch your weight and exercise. But having a pet can help you manage your blood pressure. In one study of 240 married couples, pet owners had lower blood pressure and lower heart rates during rest than people who did not own a pet. That held true whether they were at rest or undergoing stress tests. Another study showed that children with hypertension lowered their blood pressure while petting their dog.

4.   Help for Lowering Cholesterol

To manage cholesterol, doctors still recommend that you follow guidelines regarding diet, exercise, and medication. But owning a pet has the potential of making it easier to avoid the dangers of cholesterol. Researchers have noted lower levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in people who own pets compared to people who don't. However, this could be attributed to lifestyle factors of pet owners.

5.   Cats and Dogs Good for the Heart

Research has shown the long-term benefits of owning a cat include protection for your heart. Over the 20 years of one study, people who never owned a cat were 40% more likely to die of a heart attack than those who had. Another study showed that dog owners had a significantly better survival rate one year after a heart attack. Overall, pet owners have a lower risk of dying from any cardiac disease, including heart failure.

6.   Pet an Animal to Fight Depression

Therapists have been known to prescribe a pet as a way of dealing with and recovering from depression. No one loves you more unconditionally than your pet. And a pet will listen to you talk for as long as you want to talk. Petting a cat or dog has a calming effect. And taking care of a pet -- walking with it, grooming it, playing with it -- takes you out of yourself and helps you feel better about the way you spend your time.

7.   Better Physical Fitness

People who own dogs tend to be more physically active and less obese than people who don't. Taking your dog for a daily 30-minute walk will keep you moving and ensure that you meet the minimum recommendations for healthy physical activity. Two 15-minute walks, one in the morning and one in the evening, will do the same thing. And after that, just playing fetch in the back yard with your dog will earn you healthful dividends.

8.   Make Your Pet an Exercise Buddy

If you exercise with your pet, you'll both benefit. Shine a flashlight on the wall or wave a string while you do a step aerobics routine. Your cat will get a healthy workout chasing the light, and you'll be thoroughly entertained. And nationwide, there are yoga classes for people and their dogs, called doga. Call your local gym or ask your vet if there are similar programs in your area.

9.   Fewer Strokes Among Cat Owners

Researchers aren't sure why. But cat owners have fewer strokes than people who don't own cats. It's partly due to the effects owning a pet can have on a person's circulation. But researchers speculate that cats may have a more calming effect on their owners than other animals do. It may also have something to do with the personality of a cat owner. Cats often become the focus of their owner's interest, which diverts them from other stressful worries.

10.  More Interaction, Less Isolation

One key to a healthy mind is staying engaged with others. And pet owners have a tendency to want to talk with other pet owners. A dog is a conversation waiting to happen. People, especially other people with dogs, will stop and talk with you when they see you walking your pet. Visiting a dog park lets you socialize with other owners while your dog socializes with their dogs.

11.  Fewer Allergies, Stronger Immunity

Researchers have found that when children grow up in a home with a dog or cat they are less likely to develop allergies. The same is true for kids who live on a farm with large animals. In addition, higher levels of certain immune system chemicals show a stronger immune system, which will help keep them healthy as they get older.

12. Cats and Asthma Prevention

It doesn't seem to make sense. Pet allergies are one of the most common triggers of asthma. But researchers have studied the effects of having cats in the homes of infants at risk for asthma. What they found was that those children were significantly less likely to develop asthma as they got older. There's one exception. Children whose mothers have a cat allergy are three times more likely to develop asthma after early exposure to cats.

13. Stretching With the Cat

If you have arthritis, you know its important to stretch. You also know it can be hard to know when you're stretching enough. Cat owners may want to learn from their cat. Watch how many times she stretches every day, and when she does, you do it too. If you can, get down on the floor and go through the same motions. If you can't get on the floor, sit on a chair and follow along by stretching your upper body.

14.A Calming Presence

People with AIDS are less likely to be depressed if they own a pet, especially if they're strongly attached. And with an animal in the home, people with Alzheimer's have fewer anxious outbursts. The animal also helps the caregivers feel less burdened. Cats seem to be particularly helpful since they require less care than dogs.

15.Animal Assisted Therapies

Some studies are being done on bringing specially trained animals into clinical settings, which is happening in more and more hospitals and nursing homes. One of the biggest advantages of letting patients interact with animals in such places appears to be improved mood and reduced anxiety.