Yesterday marked the first anniversary of the second Bali bombing. Terrorists have actually succeeded in killing the Indonesia’s tourism industry with deadly blasts which claimed lives of 225 victims since the first bombing. Just in case you didn’t know, Bali is a part of Indonesia, “the haven for terrorists“.

I must admit I’m not happy with the tag. Despite the varied judgments, I don’t think there is any man in his right man who would agree with the attacks—regardless his religion. That makes those who have committed the crime certainly should not be freed without punishment.

Here is how I still remember the island of Gods during my visit over ten years ago.


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I am against plagiarism so click here for the original painting. No doubt it has changed since then. The harm was done and the pain will linger, but hopefully Bali and Indonesia for the whole will revive. My thoughts and prayers go to those who have lost their loved ones.