Sebelum Ketemu Mas Kumis

Pantai Tablolong, Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur, 2017

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
I spent my time at my office, from 9 am to 12 am.
Yes, 12 am.

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
All I have in my mind is how to create
multiple happiness for strangers.
Instead of mine or my loved ones.

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
I filled my hunger with instant noodles,
junk foods even coffee.
Without realizing how much I have poisoned
my only one body.

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
I didn't realize that I have to work on my dreams.
I got into what I have now with less efforts.
As long as I got paid, that was all that matters.
Neglecting my own passion.

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
I missed all those important events with my family,
to ensure
I didn't miss the important event of the stranger's family

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
I didn't realize the fortune you gain
is supposed to save your future.
Instead of your present. 

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
Never have I ever thought
I would enjoy building a family.
Creating our own foundation through
countless midnight / on trip conversations.
Overcoming our own challenges.

Sebelum ketemu Mas Kumis,
I didn't realize the harm I put into my life;
Spiritually, physically, mentally.

Sebelum dan sesudah ketemu Mas Kumis,
I realize, he is not perfect. I am not perfect.
We are not perfect.
And these imperfections makes me realize,
I used to live in an illusion. I thought my life was perfect.
And comfortable.
But it's not the reality.

Setelah ketemu Mas Kumis,
I'd like to share my deepest gratitude.
Not only that I finally found my own version of Prince Charming.
But for finally finding someone who leads me
to find my self. 

by Monel
Minggu, 8 July 2018
Ditulis di sebuah Musholla di kantor Mas Kumis