It feels like just yesterday I received the invitation to join Connect. Shortly after, I met fellow Indonesian Local Guides for the very first time back in 2016 (I actually wrote a recap of that journey here).
Since then, my entire Connect journey has become so much more colorful. From participating in our national meetups, having the amazing opportunity to attend the global Summit, and eventually becoming a Connect Moderator, every single step has been unforgettable.
And now, a decade later, on last Sunday, July 12, 2026, we hosted a special meetup to celebrate Connect’s 10th anniversary.
Happy 10th Birthday, Connect! Thank you for being such a meaningful part of my life, bringing me exciting experiences, and introducing me to wonderful people, @irulmusmus, @Dinithea, @iyudhi, @BudionoS, @sejuta_pelangi, @ayun_savitri, @yenyenku, @RivaniRahmadani, @Dhatuardhan, @SyamsieUngu, @MasJon, @amughits, @RahmatHarmanP, @Shirley, @AdrianLunsong, @Izumi, @RifanKN, @doc_dells, @Connect_Moderators and more, who are always full of stories. Thanks for coloring my life! 
