Rawon Bu Ros And The Love Story

After a long day of work and some delicious talks about the best Rawon spots in Bali with the marketing and venue manager, I drove myself straight to my all-time fave: Rawon & Ayam Goreng Bu Ros.

I debated between takeaway or dine-in… and thought, you know what? Just sit, girl. Enjoy this moment.

So I did.

Even though the service tested my patience — others got their food first while I sat there like an unpaid extra — I refused to let it ruin my mood.

Because some dinners are more than food. They’re space to breathe.


But here’s the twist…

A couple sat next to me. They were physically there, but emotionally? Lost in their screens. No conversation. No spark. Just scrolling. TikTok, IG, maybe even dating apps — who knows.

And I thought…

Damn. This can’t be love.


Because when I’m with someone — really with someone — I don’t want to waste the moment. I want deep talk, messy laughter, shared bites, eyes that don’t just glance but see.

I want attention, not just presence.


So, as I sat there alone but whole, I reminded myself:

I’m still that woman who values presence over performance, depth over distraction, and connection over convenience.

Still that woman who won’t settle for breadcrumbs.

Still that woman who knows her love is worth full-course attention.


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