The Sea of Love
Tuesday, January 28, 2003
SOFTLY, the breeze caresses the waters of Tomini, off the coast of Central Sulawesi. Impervious to the chill, Ridu, 29, and his 50-year-old father Ua Biba, paddle on in their boat (perahu) to find a good spot to fish for the night. Out at sea, a seemingly empty boat draws their attention. Instantly, Ridu recognizes it as the one belonging to his friend, Rindan.
"Father, why is Rindan's boat drifting so far out to sea?" Ridu asks. The two nat
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