Almost Quit
I try to recall memories of nine years ago. I must admit that I ever wanted to resign from the ministry right after had been working for only one year. Many factors came into consideration, one of them is the living cost in the capital city. Even though I got relatively good salary, i still found hardships to manage my cost of living. It didn't make sense to live unbalance with expenditure almost always exceeded income. I asked my parents advice whether i should continue my job at the capital city or raise a white flag and go back to my hometown. They supported my decision as long as I could survive my life. I thought relocation is the best scenario hence I flew to Semarang to apply for a job at the Province Government. At that moment I was intrigued by the slogan of "Bali Ndeso Mbangun Deso" written on some banners on main roads in Semarang. Shortly, I did a test and passed it. I received an acceptance letter from that local govt. After that, I came ...