The Best Time for a Hard Run is a Rainy Morning or Evening 6th June 2019

Pensive after a hard 7 km run ; 6.50 pm  

Like the famous country singer, Eddy Rabbit, " I love a rainy night", I love a drizzly evening. Last Thursday, 2 evening's ago, it rained for the most of the afternoon, and I took the time to get off early from work and cap 2 rounds at the West Coast Park starting at 5.44 pm and finishing roughly at 6.30 pm for about 7 km.

The park is quite deserted, what with the slight drizzle which has cooled the roads which have soaked up all the heat of the day. Only a few people are in the park, kindred spirits like myself and I was in my element coming back from a short bout of 'flu just 1 week ago.

It felt really good to be back running and leaving a sweat trail, soaked to the bone in sweat and rain. 

Now, I have a 100 plus in hand, and cool down by the empty tennis court.

What a great feeling. 

  

Prince Kiss Music Video is almost 30 years ago and still has that "New Edgy" sound

Many people have touted the late Prince as far ahead of his time, I have to agree. His songs, his demeanor, his attitude and his musical genius were tremendous for us young people in the '80s.

Have a look at this video, it shows the androgynous Prince with his flexibility, his never can be taken too seriously attitude and his campy style which makes this music video one of my all time classics.

Very unfortunate he passed away too soon like so many of the great rock and pop stars of our time.

Our Piece De Resistance - Sports Institute ; Reference for the Athletic Chamber we sold and commisisoned in 2016

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/sport/the-singapore-sports-institute-facility-that-gave-top-shuttler-8966626

A heart breaking video about Children suffering due to Civil War ; what they want for Eid

This is such a heart-breaking video, wars are always tragic and the children suffer the most, mentally,physically and spiritually. The young girl who was first interviewed had to face the death of her father which she had to come to terms with at such a young age. The civil war in Syria is already into its 8th year. 

The interviewer asked these displaced Syrian kids what they wanted for Eid (end of Ramadan) and the answers left me choked with emotion.

Please share and do your small part to help ease their suffering. Donate your clothes, soft toys or money to this NGO. Do check up first before donating as I am in no way aligned or associated to this NGO (Non Governmental Organization)

Global Ehsan Relief 
www.global-ehsan-relief.org

I know I will do my small part.  

Random Photos of the Past

Camels by the Pyramids of Giza, Cairo Egypt Dec 2009 

One of the most unforgettable trips of the lifetime was the 13 day trip to Egypt, sipping Luxor Beer on the Nile, visiting the temples at Luxor, Karnak, Kom Ombo, the Aswan dam, Alexandria port city and of course the pyriamids at Giza as pictured above.

How an ancient civilization could build such massive structures withstanding 5000 years of the sand, wind and rain and with pinpoint accuracy on the incline of these massive structures is one of the world's 7 ancient wonders. 

Enjoying a cup of Vietnamese Weasel Coffee along the sidewalk in Ho Chi Minh with Ilhangkannan Narinasamy in 2011 

We had a great time 3 days in Ho Chi Minh in 2011, unfortunately the visit was marred by the fact that when we were there in November, Japan that very day was hit with a tremendous earthquake and led to the Fukushima nuclear plant closing and lots of people losing their lives to the tsunami. A real tragic time to be out having a coffee.   

At Tour Eiffel in 2008  

Named after the architech who designed this iconic structure, the Eiffel Tower started life as a radio tower in the 19th century and its iconic image has been the subject of millions of toursitic trinkets, photos, and novels all in the name of romance and love.

Just a couple of random photos from my past travelling to various countries.  

Christmas Day Lunch 2009

This scene is one I will always enjoy over and over again. I believe it was the Christmas Lunch traditionally held at my house. My extended family meets for 2 big occasions, the Chinese New Year 1st Day and the Reunion Dinner Eve as well as  the Christmas Day Lunch normally with my Mum calling all her siblings and close friends. 

The house is full of relatives, and my Dad is seated in his wheelchair away from the camera, while my Mum is facing the camera. There are many relatives and friends, and then my niece Hannah comes in and gives my Mum a present in her booming voice.

This brings back happy memories and joy when my parents were alive. 

Matsu Katze Shito Ryu Kata

I've almost forgotten this kata (form) so I decided to post it up here for easy access and revision.