Home

Explorations – Trespasser-on-Earth

DESTINATIONS: Indonesia, Bali, Pura Besakih Complex

The Pura Besakih Complex, also known as the ‘Mother Temple of Bali’, holds great significance in the Hindu religion of the island. It is the largest and holiest temple on the island and a place of special pilgrimage for the Balinese people, who believe that their ancestors’ spirits reside there.

ACTIVITIES: Scotland, Northwest Highlands Hikes and Walks

This remote mountainous region of the Scottish Highlands features some of the world’s oldest mountains, untouched nature, beautiful sea and freshwater lochs, and charming remote villages. It is the land of epic views.

EVENTS: August 20 – Hungarian State Foundation Celebrations

August 20 is celebrated as Hungary’s national holiday in memory of the foundation of the medieval Kingdom of Hungary and its legendary founder, King Szent István. He not only established a legal-administrative system but also introduced Christianity to the country, making it a religious holiday. This day also marks the Hungarian Festival of the New Bread.

STORIES: Hawaii, The Stolen Kingdom

The Hawaiian archipelago is constantly shaped by active geological forces, oceanic currents, abundant rainfall, and lush vegetation. Amidst these natural phenomena, human activities have exerted a significant impact, as the islands have endured successive waves of invasion, immigration, and expropriation. Consequently, the native Hawaiian population, now dwindled to 10.8 percent, has lost its kingdom.


Creations – Artly Studio

DRESS COLLECTIONS: Primavera in the Garden

This collection of one-of-a-kind ethereal dresses embodies a captivating tale of springtime renascence. Crafted from hand-made sari silks, each garment is a tribute to the natural elegance inherent in silk fabric. Drawing inspiration from the soft textures and lively patterns of these materials, the designs evoke a sense of whimsy and vitality.

NECKLACE COLLECTIONS: Romance of Flatlands

This collection of one-of-a-kind bold necklaces offers a captivating tale of the enduring power of nature’s artistry. Crafted from unusually shaped sea sediment jasper gemstones, these necklaces pay tribute to the poetic beauty of petrified nature, where the passage of time has transformed humble minerals into exquisite works of art.


Musings – TAF

PREFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS: Delineating Strategic Decisions from Strategy Making

When conducting research on decision modeling in organizations, three levels are generally recognized: operational, tactical/managerial, and strategic. A significant portion of the literature on strategic level decisions focuses on strategy making. The purpose of this paper is to emphasize the importance of distinguishing strategic decisions from strategy making. By strategy making, I mean the process of identifying strategic goals and providing a high-level, albeit fuzzy, description of the approaches to achieve the overall ‘big picture’ of the organization. As for strategic decisions, I am referring to ‘big decisions’ that carry high stakes, involve substantial resource implications, lead to long-term consequences, and have the potential to establish precedents or result in irreparable mistakes. Although these decisions address issues with strategic implications, they do not directly alter the ‘big picture’ of the organization. Gaining a better understanding of the differences can be useful in choosing an appropriate decision support.