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Long Journey from Kuala Lumpur to Sumatra

August 5, 2016 – 11:04 pm
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Once I got my passport back, my Malaysian visa was winding down, and I began to make plans to leave. I had to choose, basically, between flying to the city of Medan in Sumatra or taking the ferry to my old temporary home of Tanjungbalai. The ferry to Tanjungbalai was the obvious choice except for the fact that I was nervous about the reception I’d receive from my old friends at the Tanjungbalai immigration office, police station, and city government office.

Buying a SIM Card in Kisaran

August 7, 2016 – 8:13 am
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I set out in the morning from my hotel in Kisaran, Sumatra, to buy a SIM card for my phone. That errand was taken care of quickly, and then I went for a short walk up and down the main street where my hotel is located. I intended to have a cup of coffee at a riverside cafe, but the place wasn’t open. Instead, I …

Recovery Day in Kisaran

August 7, 2016 – 8:17 am
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I hang out in Kisaran and ramble on about random topics that pop into my mind.

Iced Sugar Cane Juice

August 10, 2016 – 8:37 am
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Mobile drinks and snacks stands are everywhere in Indonesia. This one sells pure sugar cane juice by the cup or by the bag. It’s extremely refreshing (with lots of ice) on a typical hot Indonesian day.

Students on the Streets in Kisaran

August 10, 2016 – 8:45 am
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While walking around Kisaran, I happened to be passing some schools when the students were let out for lunch. Here is what I experienced.

ATM Troubles in Kisaran

August 13, 2016 – 8:48 am
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It’s a fact of the modern world that we end up on the other side of the planet with a computer standing between us and our money.

Transportation Contrast in Sumatra

August 13, 2016 – 8:51 am
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This fancy motorcycle caught my eye while walking around Kisaran. Then I noticed the vehicles around it.

Hordes of Students on the Streets of Kisaran

August 14, 2016 – 8:53 am
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I had stored my bicycle and trailer at a friend’s house in Kisaran, and I took a walk there pick it up. His house was about 4 kilometers away, and brought my camera with me and shot some video clips along the way.