Month: August 2013

Hi
Anyone interested to cycle from Choa Chu Kang Brickland Road all the way to West Coast Park?
NParks had just opened up the newly constructed PCN link bridge from International Business Park to Pandan Gardens.
This created a link across the highway joining Bukit Batok and Clementi PCN to West Coast PCN.

I only cycle on Sat mornings from 7:00 am when weather permits. I will be frequenting this route in Sept 2013.
A note on this. The total distance is 28 KM to and back. You need fairly good speed gears to climb the slope.

If you need someone to guide you to , I can help.
Dave

We write to share with you an event that brings cyclists across border to Johor enhancing friendship and an opportunity in community service – visit to orphanage

We are invited by Johor Bahru Tiong-Hua Chinese Association, Organizer of the 1Malaysia Carnival 2013 @ Giant Plentong. Guest of Honor is YAB DATO SRI MOHAMED KHALED NORDIN, Mentri Besar – Johor. Lunch is hosted by JBTalks

However, in addition we have initiated the visit to an orphanage as community service. We appreciate all participants to contribute min. of SGD10.00 for the orphanage. All the monies are to be handed to Ms Anna Seet to purchase gifts and/or outright cash donation upon our visit.

There are two options to join: (PLEASE REPLY AS TO WHICH OPTION by Sept 07 2013)
A) Take the coach with bicycle from Kranji (MRT) across the border and return – Min 15 participants (to pay SGD20.00 per person coach fare)- Part sponsorship by JBTalks
B) Cycle on your own/group across the border (meeting point @Shell Kiosk – JB) and return on own bicycle.(FREE)

Brief Program – Sunday SEPT 15 2013
0645hr – Meet at Kranji MRT to board coach or cycle across the border and greeted by Happy-Riders Connect (HRC) friends who will be riding together and lead. En-route to the orphanage shall have brief stop for breakfast. Thereafter proceed to the celebration to meet GOH and after lunch will cycle back to Johor town to disperse and board coach or cycle to Singapore.
Total distance: 40km (+/-)

We sincerely look forward to your participation and appeal to your support especially the visit to the orphanage.

Email:malchen@singnet.com.sg for more information.
Disclaimer: Cyclist participate at their own risk.

Please indicate here too if you are keen to participate.

In less than 2 weeks, the wedding dinners will be in vogue during the lunar eighth month. I myself, received an invitation.

This bring to mind, a recent viral condemnation of a bride who chastised her friend through social media, after receiving $50 each from her and partner as wedding ang pow. In the message, the bride even listed down the cost of the dinner, reception & cocktails, that worked out to $200 per head. As a result she and husband were very much short on paying off the reception.

With above in mind, I’m wondering …….
a) Do wedding couples have great expectations that guests must give enough to cover cost of their wedding banquet? (even if wedding couples choose to be extravagant and throw high end dinner?)
b) Is it obligatory for invited guests to give enough to cover for wedding couple’s banquet?
c) Is it not acceptable for invited guests to give whatever they are comfortable with. (Case in point – If one only earns $1000/mth or unemployed, is he or she expected to give $200 ? What if there’s more than one invitation during the wedding season, that person will be in financial difficulty for that month.
d) Is it not totally rude and unbecoming of newly weds to demand and confront your friends for giving too little ?

Let’s hear from one and all your takes on this .

Cheers,
Constance

When I read definitions of Phobia:

“A phobia is an irrational and excessive fear of an object or situation. These fears can interfere with an individual’s life and lead to considerable anxiety and stress …”

“A persistent, abnormal, and irrational fear of a specific thing or situation that compels one to avoid it, despite the awareness and reassurance that it is not …”

I was, like, hey, sounds like most SHC members……….fear of writing/chatting.  Kekekekeeee.

Seriously, darlings, we are in this club not just to attend activities/gatherings etc, we are also here to make frens and to know others, let us hear your thoughts, views, experience etc.

So, tell us your phobias.  I shall start with mine.

I was totally, totally petrified of cats when I was young but thank goodness I have overcome it.  To cut a long story short, I sat ten feet away from a fren’s cat and the cat seemed to know I was scared of her and she approached me very slowly while my heart was pounding to death.  Finally she climbed on my lap, again extra slowly, laid down and fell asleep.

I thought I would die but surprisingly, my panic gradually subsided and I even stroked her!  From then on, my fear of cats slowly disappeared; thanks to this sweet, adorable cat.

Your turn.

Hi friends of SHC!

I’m trying to get more coffee kakis for those staying in the East.  Details are as follows:

Every Thursday from 2 – 4 pm
Venue: Singapore Post Centre Food Court (next to the Paya Lebar MRT station) – easily accessible
Purpose: Just chit chat over some coffee ~ pastime, pastime… a platform to meet new friends.

There is a variety of Chinese, Malay, Indian, Japanese food, cold/hot desserts, coffee, tea and other beverages at the Food Court.

The next coffee meet will be held on 19th September.   Of course, members from the other parts of Singapore are most welcome to join in the fun. Wd appreciate if you could indicate your interest by registering here?

Feel free to invite your friends who are non-members too. This is now an EC event.

Cheers,
Gabriella Chua, EC

Registration list (only members will be listed):

1    Gabriella

2   Joy Chuang

3   Richard Lean

4   Dave Chong

5    Dave’s friend (member)

6    ……

 

 

Darlings

I have heard this a gazillion times and each time it makes me wonder, too, cos my ex always remembers and I must say, those were the moments I cherish till today; not just the flowers, gifts and a nice dinner, but the thought behind it to make my b-days memorable.

This topic is not just for husbands/boy frens/partners to ‘come clean’ kekekekee and tell us why but it’s also for wives/girlfrens/partners to share with us how they feel.  Some may not think the b-day is such a big deal so what’s the fuss?  Others may feel…………..

Share, darlings.

Recently, Yew Kwong suggested that we add a counter to our website SilverHairsClub.com. Personally, I am reluctant to add the counter as it has negative implications too.  That’s why the counter was not added earlier.

In view of his wisdom, I have agreed.  A counter has been added at the bottom of our website.  This was added on the 15 Aug 2013, starting from 0000.

So, let’s try and monitor the counter.  Will be useful to our committee too.  Thank you Yew Kwong.

Terence Seah

We often hear of abuse, neglect and abandonment of the elderly.  It’s heart-wrenching when we come across such cases.

Recently I had a chat with a friend who feels that the elderly/seniors do take things for granted because the society is ‘over protecting’ them.  I went, ‘Hmmmm, interesting.’

So, have you been taken for granted by the elderly/seniors or know of such a situation?

Discussion time.

Hi All
The Gombak badminton group meets regularly at Bukit Gombak Indoor stadium on Thursdays from 10.00am to 12.00noon.
At Clementi Sports Complex – lead by Linda – there is table tennis
(Hi Linda, can you fill in the days and times for the activity?? Thanks)
In the East, Frisna also has a group on Tuesdays ( is it by invitation only??)
Are there any other activities and games in other parts of Singapore on a regular basis?
Can we can collate a time-table of the day/time/activity/location so that SHC members who need to get their joints/muscles moving know where to go?
Or kopi kakis for companionship when bored?
Is such a “time-table” schedule a workable idea?
inez

Today Sun is probably one of my 15 trips this year to Yangon, the commercial city and former seat of the Myanmese government. I was so tired after a late night on Friday, enjoying the drinks and food, and celebrating Singapore Nation Day at the famous Sedona Hotel. It was kind of nostalgic celebrating our ND, with the dignitaries and ambassors in a foreign country, and listening to Majullah Singapore. And today, I spent the entire Saturday with a friend, enjoying the food delights of Yangon Chinatown. I had a rich tasty bowl of minced duck porridge, a big peech, a durian which is different from that of Thailand, a grilled fish, perfect in everyway, two solid meat bakchangs and two ang gu kuays.

Reflecting on the last two days, I sensed for many of us, the scenes, the food, the people and the old ways, would bring back memories 35-40 years ago.

There are many Singaporeans who have set up home in Myanmar. There is a Singapore Club called SAM, and there is a Singapore kitchen for anyone who is homesick. It’s the home of Singaporeans. Many speak Myanmese, as fluent as I speak Thai.

It daunts on me that Myanmar is the last country to open itself up to the world. Other than N Korea, Myanmar is the place to explore now. Myanmese love Singapore and Singaporeans. Because there are hotels built by Singaporeans, there are Singapore banks and there areSingapore investments. Singapore offers education to Myanmese and many work and study in Singapore.

See how the gals apply a natural powder on their faces, tightening their skins and how pleasant they are. The guys are handsome, if that’s what you are looking at.

A bowl of streetside noodles would cost 50 cts to 1 SGD. Enjoy the taxi without aircon, and for an extra USD1, you get the aircon turned on.   Many famous temples all over the country. If meditation is your like, Myanmar is the place. Off design jade at USD1 per piece.

There are two ways to get to Yangon. Direct from Spore on Jetstar, or from the old Bangkok airport Donmuang. Booked the right time, the air tickets are a great price for now.

Obviously, being an old city, it has cockcroaches, big ones too. No super highways like the KPE, it’s still a very nice old place. Yangon is growing, and before long, it will be like HCMC.

Take this opportunity to see Myanmar The markets are plentiful, plenty of Jade, no need to worry about fake jade.  The girls no longer wears jeans. They wear skirts, just like every young lady in Singapore.  Come speak Mandarin and Teochew.

I plan to go in Sept, but the more suitable date is in Nov. Weather is cool and dryer, so you can bring a jacket. I have also found a 4 star hotel, with a live band, where you can dance the whole night.

So, if you like to join me, please let me know. We will find a way to organise ourselves.

Terence Seah

Confirmed booked and coming:

1. Susan CH Tan and Theresa Jetstar 3K 585 (6 Nov) and 3K 586 (10 Nov).
2. Peri and Ann – Jetstar 3K 585 (6 Nov) and 3K 586 (10 Nov).
3. Terence Seah Out 6 Nov and Back 12 Nov.
4. Eunice Tay and Irene  – Jetstar 3K 585 (6 Nov) and 3K 586 (10 Nov).
5. Eyvonne Chew – airtickets not confirmed.
6. Bobby Bok – airtickets not confirmed.
7. May Woo and Gabriella – airtickets booked?
8. Frisna and Bira – airtickets not confirmed.
9. Lin and Shirleen – airtickets not confirmed.
10. Marg Tian and Bessie Lam – airtickets not confirmed.
11. Peggy and Arthur – artickets not confirmed.
12. Charles Wee – airtickets not confirmed.
13. Ivy Low – airtickets not confirmed.
14. Geraldine – airtickets not confirmed.
15. Jane and Lily – airtickets not confirmed.

Hi All Cyclists

Monthly cycling for August will be to Pulau Ubin.

Date : Sunday 18 August 2013
Time : 0900 hrs
Meeting
Point : Changi Point Ferry Terminal.

Do bring your own bicycle otherwise you may have to rent.
We may do a simple off road riding otherwise it will be on road.

Who would like to meet for breakfast at Changi Village Hawker Center before boarding for Pulau Ubin.

Those coming:
1. douglas

The SilverHairsClub was not started as an intended organisation by the original founders.  However, it has progressed itself to be a stable social group, using the internet to gather friends.

There are many ways to start a blog, and making it into a Club.  We use the WordPress application software, host the Club at a major home in Singapore and manage SHC to what it is today.

I intend to show you how this SilverHairsClub is started and taking you through the steps in detail.  This includes buying a name, a space, determining the size, protecting it and making sure it runs every year.

Due to my limited time in Singapore, the course will be for serious members.  Conducted over 3 days during weekends, 4 hours per session.  The workshop will cost no less than $150 per member and $300 per non-member.  This excludes cost of domain names, hosting fees.  Experts will be invited to ensure you get a fully running blog or Club.  Those who wish to learn, without getting a name and hosting, pay only the min $150.  At the end of the couse, you will know what makes SHC ticks and what does it costs to run SHC as a Club.

The course starts in Nov for 3 consecutive weeks.  Those who registers and pays before 31 Aug 2013 gets a 15% discount.  Those who cancel by 31 Oct gets a 80% refund.  No computers provided.

Covers venue, trainers, lunch, tea and training materials.

Interested, please register here.

Terence Seah

• Date : Saturday, 24 August 2013
• Time : 10 am
• Meeting Place : East Coast Park Area C in front of Burger King (see pic below)

Getting There :

• Buses 13, 16, 31, 36, 43, 48, 135, 196 and 197. Get off at bus stop 92071 or 92079 depending on your direction of travel. Landmark is the Marine Parade Neighbourhood Police Station.
• Bus 76. Get off at bus stop 92229 in front of Block 53 Marine Terrace.From the above, walk through Marine Parade to the underpass near Block 18. Cross under the ECP to East Coast Park and look for Burger King on the left.

EOs : Jeffrey Lim and Azhari Cuttilan

The walk : After the Pipeline Ramble X-treme and the Rail Corridor X-treme, this is a walk in the park, literally.

This walk will be broken down into several stages, totaling about 13.5 km. Those who don’t want to do the whole walk can join/leave the walk at the various way points. Times given are approximate depending on the pace of the group.

Start point – East Coat Park, 10 am.

Way point 1 – Break at Block 739 Bedok Reservoir Road (next to Sheng Siong Supermarket). 12 noon to 1 pm. This will be the lunch point.

Way point 2 – Break at Tampines MRT/Town Centre, 2.30 pm.

End point – End at Pasir Ris Park, 4 pm.

The end point is at Pasir Ris Park in time for happy hour ( 2 for 1) at one of the beach bars. There isn’t much else by way of food or drinks at the park and those who are not inclined for an afternoon tipple, should stock up at the last way point (Tampines MRT/Town Centre).

Our Walk Team EOs: ChristinaCL Chan , Charles Wee, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Conrad Tang, Lydia Soh, Azhari Cuttilan and me, Jeffrey Lim

REGISTER HERE :

1. Jeffrey Lim
2. Azhari Cuttilan
3. Gabriella Chua
4. Thomas Goh
5. Joy Chuang
6. June Koh
7. Tony Ang
8. Dorine Tan
9. Bernie Chung
10. Christina Chan
11. Veronique Lee

Hi All Members!

The next Men’s Night is here again!  All male members are welcome to this once-a-month event.   Details are as follows:

• Date: Friday, 6 September 2013  (cancelled due to poor response)
  
• Time: 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm
• EO: TERENCE SEAH
• Venue: Will be advised later

Would appreciate if you could mark this date/time in your diary.  We know all you guys are very busy people.   However, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy?  Haha …Allow me to add a couple of Quotable Quotes here ~

• “Work Hard, Play Harder “
• “We do not stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing”
• “No one is ‘Too Busy’ ~  In this world it’s all about Priorities”

Have received some suggested topics as follows:

1. Lasik for Eye Treatment
2. Internet Marketing
3. How to Design an App
4. Investing in Property etc

Please feel free to suggest any other topics you may deem fit ~ as long as it makes the night fascinating and a wonderful experience for all!

You may also wish to invite your new friends who have recently joined SHC through the recent mass recruitment exercise.

ALL GUYS ARE WELCOME ~ DO NOT MISS THE FUN.

Please let us know if you are coming.

Cheers…….
Regards,
Gabriella (Men’s Night Facilitator)

for TERENCE SEAH, EO

Registration List:

1     Terence Seah
2      Richard Lean
3      Henry Foo
4      Thomas Loh
5      Andrew Koh (?) ~ will advise later
6      ……

NOTE:   TERENCE SEAH WILL SPECIALLY FLY BACK TO SINGAPORE FOR ONE NIGHT TO CHAIR THIS MEETING IF THERE ARE MORE THAN 10 ATTENDING

THE MEN’S NIGHT ON 6 SEP HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

WHOOH .. LETS DANCE DANCE DANCE!!!

Hey SHC Frens, come down to ….
Chinese Swimming Club
24 August 2013
8pm.

Member – $7.00
Guest – $13.00

EC: Janet Loo. co-EC: Pearl Wong.

Be there ya .. see you!!

Great news! The scope of permitted advertisements on this free online flea mart site is expanding! You can now place advertisements on job opportunities, job-seeking, garage/jumble sales, self-led trips …

Free lancers can advertise their services. If you have things to give away or if you are looking for something or some service, do advertise here.

With the expansion of permitted advertisements, the online flea mart hopes to serve more members.

Guidelines on placing advertisements

1. NO corporate/company/shop advertisements. Only personal advertisements are permitted.
2. Two advertisements per month per member.
3. Each advertisement must not exceed 10 lines.
4. No telephone numbers allowed. Only e-mail addresses