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“Upgrading” of SHC website.

Hi Administrator, Terence & Web designer,

For the past few weeks I have been talking to SHC members, and quite a number seemed and is still having the same problems as I have. I don’t know whether its my computer { I am using Windows XP } or has it got to do with the web design.

The main page of the SHC website is beautiful, in its larger colourful font and beautifully arranged. I can change the size of the fonts as I wish, as per norm, for this SHC main page and for my Email too.

There the "upgrading" stops.

The moment I click on the ‘Latest Comment’ ……..frustration sets in…….

1. The font size is miniscule…..despite a lot of help by fellow members, am not able to change the size. It is a strain on the eyes to read.

2. Whilst on this page, I am unable to get into the posting to read up and add my comments, should I wish to do so. I practically have to search the whole website for the posting.

3. In addition eg., Yew Kwong’s help in giving the path to transportation details for the next monthly meeting, again this was not accessible by clickin on address. So his offer of help is defeated.

4. The E-mail address of the commentator is now missing.

5. I have hunted high & low for the ‘User’ button to change my password. Have not found it yet.

I hope this is not regarded as nit picking.

But to my mind this ‘upgrading’ is about taking 1 step forward and 5 steps back.

Please advise if there is any way we can have the same ease we had with the previous web site.

For a non savvy computer user, I was able to navigate it with the minimum of problems.

Hope there is help in the horizon.

Thanks for your attention……………Jie

MKZ (Malacca) Trip 04 July 08-06 July 08 for discerning lovers of good food

Malacca Trip 04Jul  – 06 Jul 2008
Staying in 3 bedroom apartments with 2 pax in master bedroom  A with bathroom attached , 2 pax in bedroom B , 2 pax in bedroom C ,1 pax sleeping in 1 bed in living room , 1 pax sleeping on sofa in living room(total 8 pax to one apartment-an alternate is 7 to an apartment at M$82 with nobody sleeping on sofas)…stay is at Century Mahkota Apartments within walking distance to 2 major shopping malls.There are better and cheaper modes of stay like hotels but I chose this style of stay due to the fact we can relax and congregate together in one apartment to socialise and fraternize.  Allotment of sleeping arrangements will be on a drawing of lots basis for PLAN A  where all parties will pay an equal amount of M$76 per person per night(including breakfast).  Alternatively if all parties are agreeable …for PLAN B….Bedrooms B and C will be based on M$76 per person per night( X 2 ) and those in bedroom A can pay M$92 and those sleeping in the living room can pay M$60 if all parties are agreeable.The gross rate for 8 to an apartment is M$605 and for 7 to an apartment is M$573 per apartments .
I  will be act as EO ( gentle Dictator ) in the absence of Ronald Wie who has to fulfill National Day Parade Rehearsal Duties.The proposed tentative budget is S$200 per person  for the whole trip  including  accomodation in Malacca for 2 nights and all meal and drinks during meal times and entrance fee requirements while in Malacca only. All expenses before  you reach Malacca and after you leave Malacca will be at your own expense eg meals and drinks before you reach MKZ and after you leave MKZ.
The agreed methodology of individual car arrangements where drivers get a free ride and all the remainder of pax will contribute to petrol,toll fees and parking. Any other hidden costs like accidents(touch wood everything goes well), damage etc will be borne equally by all participants (you may consider seriously to take up insurance before the trip and can contact me regarding the insurance plans). The pax in the cars must also top up the petrol to full tank basis before exiting Malaysia.This expected expenditure between S$150 to S$200 will be handled and audited by 2-4 senior SHC regarding monitoring of expenses for the whole group. If there is a surplus this balance can augment our dinner in Johore Bahru on the way back( if not enough participants can top up the balance.I would like to declare the my company will benefit on the 10% comm on the hotel portion only. All participants will be provided with a photostat of a state map and another  city map showing the detailed locations of all the places of interest in relation to Malacca roads.This map is exclusive to seasoned travel agencies and not available to the general public.
             
                                 ITINERARY
04July  Friday morning meet at agreed location (tentative Sun Plaza…vicinity of the road between Sun Plaza and Sembawang MRT. at 7.00am-7.15am.Timing and venue can change in consideration of suggestions put foward.Traditional Newton not considered as not practical for those living in the North.Earlier time is not practical for those travelling by MRT .. Quick breakfast  can be considered in Johore Bahru or Singapore .It takes 3 hours to travel from Johore Bahru to Malacca …but give allowance of 30 mins or less for rest stops.
Lunch at Ole Sayang or Bibik Neo. .Check – in at Century Mahkota service apartments.Afternoon free and easy to attack the 2 major shopping malls next door for shopping spree.Evening drop by coffee shop for Ter-Cha light dinner recommended by friend  or Charles Chua(thanks for freebie tip).After dinner walkabout at night market at Jonkers Street(Jalan Hang Jebat) and supper .After that unwind at service  apartment for social interaction.
05 July Saturday…buffet breakfast at hotel
Morning visit to Cultural Museum(replica of 15th century architecture of Melaka Sultanate Palace).
Proceed to walkabout in the vicinity of Stadhuys, an eg of 17th century  Dutch buildings painted in salmon red.It houses the history ,ethnographic(marriage ceremonies) and literature museums(recommend to skip last location ).
Gather our convoy and proceed to Hang Li Po’s Well,Bukit Cina and Sam Po Kong temple..
Next visit is to the Baba and Nonya Heritage Museum and after that stroll down Tan Cheng Lock street looking at antique shops and drop in on authetic Peranakan speciality shop selling the best belachan(sells by small slabs) and gula melaka  in  town.In addition they sell tarts and other tid-bits.If group interested can drop by shop selling Malacca coffee(good but not that great) before or after lunch depending on time available.
Lunch at one  of friday’s choices or ikan bakar(fried fish) plus other seafood stuff like squid..
Recommended afternoon itinerary …visit D’Paradise Tropical Fruit World and Aboroginal Nature Village near Alor Gajah.Hire a buggy or take a walk in the sprawling Park with its many Fruit and flora attractions.You can then proceed to Gadek Hot Springs nearby
Alternate itinerary…visit to A Famosa water theme Park.
Another alternate itinerary is to visit Mini Malaysia and Mini Asean Park.
Alternatively shopping interlude for the die hard shopping fans.
Dinner at best(most expensive )Peranakan restuarant in town…a must go foodie place.Some have suggested to switch to lunchtime and Ikan bakar switch to dinner…any feedback.?
For culinary people there is Portugese food and Chitty Indian food as alternate suggestions for the other meals to consider…so do provide feedback if you want a change from the  usual Baba food.
After dinner show off your vocal chords with a session in a private room.(subject to availability but will try to pre-book.)
For supper can drop by at oyster omelette stall…if kiasu can drop by before going for karaoke.
Adjourn to apartment. for chit chat sessions.
06July Sunday
Free at leisure for last minute shopping for bargains.
Lunch at location on our list.
Requesting for late check-out for one apartment only to wash up before journey back.
Drop by Johore Bahru for diiner at own expense if out of budget or subsidy if there is still left over…
Buy fruits at J.B market before returning  to Singapore.
Top up of driver’s fuel tanks before returning to Singapore.
At this stage you can list  your name and indicate your interest with no commitment to cancellation charges until we indicate so.Please state your prefence for 7 pax or 8 pax in one apartment and whether you prefer mixed ,all male or all
female.We will try to accomodate your wishes but be prepared to adjust and be flexible if the the fit is not perfect.The 1st
22-24 pax will enjoy the best rates but if we can’t have groups of 7 or 8 than the balance will fit 5-6  pax to a 2 bedroom apartment(if 6 pax one will have to take the sofa)at rate of M$80 for 6pax and M$90 for 5 pax per person per night).Let me state that I will assign myself to the 8 pax  in an apartment configuration on a mixed sex basis and "chope"(book) the sofa for myself  but feedback so I will make  a decision on whether  the remaining  should be on a 7 pax configuration. basis.The following are already logged in as confirmed and will have prirority in being in the 1st 22-24 pax  are Danz Hwang,Kathryn Lee(needs a good navigator) and Boon Liang
The pax are Patrick Khoo,Karen Thio,Grace Wong,Bira Lupolo(please advise if you  your car is available and I will assign a driver to you…if your car is confirmed I will put you in the drivers’ category)Helen Quek,Pauline Khoo,Sally(surname?)
Stef Lim and  Yew Kong(no car but available as driver. Drivers please handpick your  pax(let me know your choices) but try to keep it on a mixed sex basis per car.It’s up to individual driver if you want  to have 3 pax or 4 pax in the car with you.Drivers please advise what cruising speed you are comfortable  with on the highway and we will try to adjust.SHC please come foward to take care of your fellow drivers so that we can avoid going by bus.For those who can’t get leave and want to stay one night only please declare your intentions and we will try to arrange transport for you .I will check if my cousin’s paejaero is available with his driver thrown in for a fee(can take 6 pax)..
We welcome recommendations for other places not on our list for a consensus and further consideration eg Jasin lucky well with Chinese  Zodiac bathrooms for extra good luckChicken balls have also been recommended to be on the lunch menu but declined at the moment unless there is a surge in requests.For those who are interested in a detailed itinerary please drop me an e-mail at insiders111@yahoo.com.sg

How to look for another SHCian with similar interests?

Look at Shortcuts on the left sidebar.  Click on "Latest Posts".  Instead of "View all categories", choose "Members’ profile".  Or simply do a Search.

How about sharing with us your interests?  You will be surprised that there are many other SHCians who enjoy the same interests and crankiness as you.  If you are still not so sure how, chat with another SHCian.

Terence Seah

Vincent Khoo – Profile

Hi, my name is Vinent Khoo, and I was introduced to SilverHairsClub a few years ago.  I live in Thailand for the last 20 years.  My background is in the  industrial spare parts business, and familiar with the industrial estates in Mattaput, Rayong and Bangpakong.

I had retired since 5 years ago.  Today, I live a relaxing life, on what I originally targetted; and that is SGD $500 per month.  My residence is a one room condo on Rachachadapisek Road, Bangkok.   To me, food is easily available at the 3 supermarkets nearly.  Well, as long as one has money, one can get almost all kinds of goods and services.

I shall continue to stay here in Bangkok, as long as I am fit.  Give me a call when you are in Bangkok.  Can bring you around, as long as you cover my food and transport.  My tel/SMS is +6681 555-9950.

Vincent Khoo

Crystal Angel Craft Class (updated) – 27 Jun 2008

  • Date : June 27 2008
  • Time : 7pm – 8pm
  • Venue: Han’s Cafe at Upper Pickering Street
  • Material Cost: $10/pax for Crystal Angel

I am with SHC for a few month and had joined them in the cycling and walk events .

SHC members have been posting alot of interesting events like Travelling, Durian Fest , Dancing and even Soccer.   I would like to take this opportunity to introduce "Craft Classes" into the SHC event.

I make crystal accessories , bags from old pairs of Jeans , brighten up my white shoes with fabric paint….  I met some members at the Bukit Batok walk who find my craft very interesting. 

These are some of the craft we can start with:

  1. Swarovski Crystal Angel ( very ideal gift for Christmas)
  2. Swarovski Crystal Butterfly
  3. Fabric painting on white shoe
  4. Mini bag from old pair of Jeans

My creations (including Crystal Angel pieces) can be viewed here –

http://s3.photobucket.com/albums/y64/lohyks/Karen%20Thio/?albumview=slideshow  

Hope members can give me support , comments and any suggestion.

Karen Thio

Confirmed coming

  1. AnnTo
  2. Annie Loh
  3. Melissa Khng
  4. Catherine Chong
  5. Eileen
  6. Jie
  7. Mary Chan
  8. Marg Tian
  9. Yew Kwong
  10. Susan Chang
  11. Susan Tan
  12. Judy Lim
  13. Alicia Soh
  14. Helen Kuek
  15. Chew SH
  16. Rose White
  17. Douglas Chan
  18. Dennis Wee

Registration is now closed. The date for the next workshop will be announced soon.

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What SilverhairsClub means to me.

I was first introduced to SHC by a dear church friend Pheng Sok in March 2007. The first event attended was at the Botanic Garden where the Singapore Chinese Orchestra performed.

I get to meet lot of friend during this visit, like Maria, Lina Tan, Joy and many others. Friend who has been with me till today. To mention them would fill a full page! From then on, it’s the event at Batam, where new friend like Lily, Dolly, Yew Kwong, Tim and Terence I get to meet. I must say that I certainly feel very comfortable with this group of friend. There was lot of fun and laughter. Friend whom I could talk to without putting up a guard.

After this experience of meeting all of them, I begin to look forward to new event to attend. But new events are not forthcoming. I then decide that I should try to organize them and get member to attend. That where I try to organize the Cruise trip to Redang and Kuala Lumpur, bus response was poor. In the course of time I get to meet more new friend like Lina Ng, John Howe, Boon Liang, Eliza, Ah nee, Susan Chan, Susan Chang, Chian Wah and Jessie Teo and Caroline Gee..

Not a person to give up easily, I decide to introduce badminton, dancing and bowling to the club.. These are the activities I enjoy thoroughly and why not get other who are like-minded to join in. More friend I get to meet are, Ronald Wie, Rene, KK Loh, Bira, Peng Peng, Wee Chin, Nor, Marg Tian, Alfred, Alice Seah and Eileen lee.

I must say that I do find satisfaction here in meeting new friend through the various activities, I realized that life can begin at forty-five and there so much to look forward to. There are so many things to share, which would fill pages and pages here. I am sure many other members here felt the same way and I look forward to your sharing with us.

Danz

An orgy in the plan, likely Fri 21 June or 4 Jul 2008

About two moons ago, Dan Huang, myself and a few crazy ladies sparked off an idea to have an orgy. I also remembered igniting the same idea with Tim and a small group of SHCians at the Changi Beach club, on the beach. We could have a BBQ too, but not sure yet. I think the night must be a new moon, so that no one can see the other persons. The dress will be swim wear and sleepers. Can have swimming on the beach too. Strictly nothing to do with sex, politics, race, religion, direct selling and MLM. Some hot Elvis, romantic Ann Murray and Donny & Marie songs in the background. We could start at 7pm and end at 10pm. Enough time to go somewhere else. We call it an orgy. Dare to come? Likely it will be a friday night. Give me a feel of your interest. I shall pick up from here then. Do you like to be my assistant, I mean assistant EO? Just stop by the local bar on Sukhumvit Soi 4, and had 5 whiskies, I think. Should be home in Bangkok in the next 30 minutes. Dan, Tim, please dream further. And for others, don’t worry, it’s for fun. Terence Seah

Bean Bag for bodyache , anyone???

I will like to share this little "bean Bag" I use whenever I have my shoulder ache, neck pain and back pain.  I was using it to ease my neck pain last night and I think of sharing it  with the SHCian.

Sew a little pillow case of about 10" x 5" and fill 3/4 full  with wheat (Xiao Mia – look like the bailey – u can get it at any provision shop or NTUC. 

Heat the "Bean Bag" in the mirco-wave oven for 1min-1 1/2min. Place it on the "Body ache" . Please place a small towel over it if u have sensitive skin.  It help alot especially on the Knee-Cap pain. It don cure but it release the pain. Some old folk told me that their knee cap is not that painful after long term using it.

I used to sewed this bag for old folk and they are very happy as some are too poor to keep going to the doctor whenever they have this knee-cap problem.

If u have friends and relative who stay in cold country , they can use this as a warmer in the winter.  Please try it out or pass this "Bean Bag Remedy" to friends. It is cheap and reliable as well.

If u keep this bean bag dry ,u can use it for many years. Good Luck

Housewife’s Hint

Karen Thio

SHC Monthly Meeting

Hans is an OK place to have our monthly meetings but I yearn for a place with notebook computer access. For lack of a better place I am recommending our members to do an online petition to persuade our founder to use Scorebot for our next meeting as it has internet facilities. While it’s seating capacity is limited it has enough standing capacity to create an informal  and cosy atmosphere.  Our founder is reluctant to do so because of conflict of interest but if members can persuade him in this thread I am sure he may reconsider! Our founder feels "pai sei" or awkward as he has a vested interest in the prosperity of the outlet but as long as we get a fair and good deal I strongly feel its a win -win situation for all parties.If unconvinced I would suggest we use it as a base and hangout for members until we are able to find other suitable places with internet access and than we can rotate and come back to Scorebot on alternate months or use it in lieu of unavailability of suitable locations."What say you fellow SHC members?"…support a good cause!

In the meantime any suggestions for other suitable locations with internet access? Is anybody a member of any country club who can negotiate use of one of their outlets or unutilised ballroom for one of their slow nights since it is a weekday usually.

Andrew Lee – Profile

Hello Everyone,

My name is Andrew and I will be 50 by the end of the year. I am a Hougang Nan , residing near the Kovan MRT with my wife and 19 yr old daughter . I am still working fulltime in a Japanese(MNC) Regional office .

Two weeks ago I stumbled onto this site and was impressed alot to sign up as a member. I love music and are interested in anything related to the 1950s era. Love a Elvis number anytime….

Travelling is another interest and we try to put in a holiday at least once a year, spending some quality time to ourselves….away from the office and school.

I am not a physical activity kind of guy and the only exercise I try to do is occasionally put in abit of walking in the evening at Ponggol Park. I used to do it 3-4 times a week,but lately been abit lazy and put them off with some silly excuses. 

Anyway, I am looking forward to participating in some of the SHC activities. Cheers !!

Andrew ( Hougang Nan)

I.T. Learning Continues (1) Updated

We confirm –

I.T. workshop for :

  1. How 2 convert normal songs into mp3 format.
  2. How 2 record songs onto blank CD.
  3. How 2 rip n make copy of DVD of size below 4.7gb.
  4. How 2 rip n make copy of DVD of size exceeding 4.7gb (aka Dual Layer)
  5. How 2 download songs from YouTube’s website 2 your PC.

On Dates :

  1. Tue, 24 Jun 08, 7 pm to 9.30 pm
  2. Sun, 29 Jun 08, 2 pm to 4.30 pm

At Venue :

Paya Lebar Kovan CC located within walking distance from Kovan MRT station (North East Line). MRT : NE Line. Bus Services : SBS 80, 81, 82, 101, 107, 107M, 112, 113, 115, 119, 136, 153.

Registered members :

  1. King Seng (29/6) PAID
  2. Steven Chan (29/6) PAID
  3. Susan Chang (24/6) PAID
  4. Pauline Khoo (24/6) PAID
  5. Caroline Gee (29/6) PAID
  6. Karen Thio (24/6) PAID
  7. Ann To (24/6) PAID
  8. Alice Seah (29/6) PAID
  9. Linda Chang (24/6) PAID
  10. Rene Leong (24/6) PAID
  11. Patrick Khoo (24/6) PAID
  12. Bernadette Chung (24/6) PAID
  13. Janet Chan (29/6) PAID
  14. Grace Kang (29/6) PAID
  15. Ah Nee (24/6) PAID
  16. Elaine Kong (29/6) PAID
  17. Grace Kok (29/6) PAID
  18. Peng Peng (29/6) PAID
  19. Catherine Chong (29/6) PAID
  20. Agnes Tan (24/6) PAID

On Waiting List :

  1. Annie Loh (24/6)
  2. Ann Lim (29/6)

  3. Alicia Soh (29/6) 
  4. Amy Ko (24/6)

    5. Payment of $15 Via IB or ATM Transfer to : POSB Current A/C No. 796-03473-4 (Loh Yew Kwong) by Fri, 13 Jun 08. Monies received after this date will be returned n seat will be given to members on waiting list.

    What 2 Bring On Actual Day :

    1. One Authentic Audio CD (one wif song only not Karaoke or VCD type or mp3).

    2. One Authentic DVD Disk (movie/karaoke/mtv type).
    3. Thumb drive (optional).

      4. Previous thread : https://silverhairsclub.com/category/43?submit=view

C U guys soon.

YK, Kwong Wah & SHC Volunteer Gp

TQ 2 all u guys 4 your enthusiaism, responses n payment of fees.

Coming Ur Way : 

1.     The same class will be repeated most probably in Jul 08 at Kovan Paya Lebar CC.

2.     Another 2 classes in Jul & Aug 08 at Henderson CC, 1) simple photo editing n uploading of photo 2 free photo album website n 2) buy n sell stuff on internet.

Dun register now but do watch out 4 coming annoucement in last wk of Jun 08.  

 

Monthly Cycling on Sat, 21 Jun 08

Sat, 21 Jun 08 – 2 sessions

Session 1 @ 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Eastern Coastal Park Connector (36 – 45 km route) &

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marine Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park) at 9.45 a.m. The Route : Cycle from ECP to Changi Village follows by rest. Cycle to Pasir Ris Downtown follows by lunch. Cycle to Pasir Ris Park n explore the place. Cycle to Tampines and Bedok. Cycle back to McDonald, ECP. Estimated Time : 5 to 6 hrs with lots of rest.   

Session 2 @ 4 p.m. at East Coast Park.

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant Marine Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park). Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor 2 turn into chitchat session.

We will go for dinner together after the session at the nearby hawker centre. Pls come n join us.

Rain or shine, we will definitely be there 4 U. Look forward 2 seeing u guys.

TQ, cycling gp (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n Yew Kwong)

Douglas Chan has joined the cycling gp as one of its leaders.

Who are coming –

  1. Stephanie Lim (S2)
  2. Helen Kuek (S2)
  3. Douglas Chan (S1-own bike)
  4. Steven Chan (S1)
  5. Yew Kwong (S1 & 2)
  6. Veronique Lee (S2)
  7. Dolly Lim (S2)
  8. Ah Nee (S2)
  9. Lina Ng (S2-own bike)
  10. Susan Chang (S2)
  11. Norlinda (S2-own bike)
  12. Lily Ho (S2)
  13. Jade Phua (S2)
  14. Rene Leong (S1-own bike)
  15. Joyce Tan (S1-own bike)
  16. Dennis (S1 & 2-own bike)
  17. Boon Liang (S1-own bike)
  18. Ronald Lee (S2)
  19. Aaron How (S2)
  20. Juliet Ong (S2)
  21. Marg Tian (S2)
  22. Kathryn Lee (S2)
  23. Kristen Leong
  24. John Howe

contact in hk needed for someone going to work there soon

Hi,

I’m a member here.  My main activity so far is rollerblading; have given some basic lessons to a few ladies from here. 

Recently, I have a friend who is soon leaving Bangkok to work in HK.  He needs a local or even someone familiar with the work environment to meet with when he arrives there.  He’s working for an Indian MNC, with offices in Sg , HK, China. 

Would appreciate anyone who would like to provide this assistance,

thanks,

Hannah

Monthly Walk-Bedok Reservoir- 14 June

Date: 14 June 2008 (Saturday)
Time: 4.30pm
Meeting Venue: Kembangan MRT Station (Exit B, wait at bicycle kiosk infront of  Astoria Condominium.
Buses to Sims Ave East (Kembangan MRT Stn)  67,854 (SMRT)
33.28.2.7.24.25.26.30 (SBS)
By Car: Park at Bedok MRT Station – take train to Kembangan Station.

Return: Buses along Bedok Reservoir Rd,: 21,22,65,66,228,59,5.
Those driving take 228 to Bedok Interchange to pick up car.

Buses along Bedok N Rd:  23,8,15 58, 518

Attending: CaroineGee, MaryChan,Veronique,Gingko,MeiFoo,Bernie,Lindaliau,PaulineAu,EstherLeong,
SallyKeng,KarenThio,DaisyPhua,KingSeng,LesleyHo,ShirleyYeo, JaneTong,CatherineChong, Evelyn,
Total including EO++ ;  (22 + pleasant surprised part.)

Park connector Kembangan to Bedok Reservoir Walk

We start at 4.30pm sharp. Late comers just walk along the park connector to catch up with us.
Most parts of the park connector is shady & safe except  for the short distance along  Bedok north Rd.

We will reach a higher ground of the Bedok Reservoir where you can have a paranomic view of the reservoir.

Whole walking trail takes about 2hrs.  At the end of the walk, we can have fellowship with dinner in one of the many eateries along Beok Reservoir Rd.

All are welcome (newbies & oldies).  Rain or shine – we be there 4 u

by VeronWong, MaryTan, ChristinaChan, CharlesWee & Jeffrey

Ex – CHIJ – GIRLS

Sorry the 1st one, error in e-mail address.

Hi! All SHCians!

Calling all former CHIJ- Our Lady of Good Counsel ex- students/ teachers etc to attention.

Would like to contact you guys for our school alluminae asap.  Was wondering how many of us are from there. We could come with some activities in future.

Please e-mail to hosiewcheng@gmail.com    if you find reply to SHC website inconvenient.

Thank you,

Regards,

Catherine Ho

June Monthly gathering – Wed, 4 Jun 2008

Hi all SHCians attending the monthly gathering,

Most of us are new to one another.  Dont be shy.  Introduce yourself to one another.  Make sure your name tag is clearly visible to your friends around.  Don’t sit down throughout the whole evening.  If you really do not know where to start, ask the registration desk, or Mary Chan.  For the seasoned members, you know what to do.

Last two days, I was reminded that there was no May monthly gathering.  Excuse was, May was very crowded, so the monthly gathering was not called.  We must try not to skip the monthly gatherings.

Well, let’s have another one.  Details as follows:

  • Venue:  To be announced soon.  Confirmed at Hans Cafe, Great Eastern Bldg, China Square, Pickering Street.
  • Date:  Wed 4 June 2008
  • Time:  1500 – 1800 hrs (retired SHCians); 1800 – 2100 hrs (still working SHCians).
  • F&B:  One complementary drink, for the 1st 50 registered participants.  Food, please purchase at counter.
  • Topic:  Getting to meet new friends.  Bring your name tag.
  • Event Organiser:  Terence Seah
  • Registration:  When you arrive, please ask for Grace Wong and Janet Heng, and tick your name against the name list.  If you had asked for a name tag, please check with Grace.  If no name tag, please write your name, as big as possible, on a sticky label, and put it on  your dress/shirt.  Have fun.
  • As this is a SHC monthly event, no direct selling of goods and services here please.  No discussions on politics, sex, race, or religion.

Terence Seah

Registration List (Strictly for SilverHairsClub members):

  1. Steven Chan – coming 3 –  5pm.  Giraffe in the family.
  2. Terence Seah – coming 4pm.
  3. Susan Chan – coming 7pm.  Saw her at the last D&D.
  4. Grace Wong – offers to make name tags.  Plse write to Grace here.  Registration desk.
  5. Dan Huang – loves badminton and dancing. Very active.
  6. Ron Lai – Tall, dark and handsome.  Loves dancing.
  7. Alice Lai – husband above.  always smiles.
  8. Janet Heng – coming 3pm.  Assisting in the registration.  Very helpful.
  9. Jonathan Ong – coming evening to meet old SHC friends.  Works at Shenton way.
  10. Karen Thio
  11. Charles Chua – coming 3pm.  Likes travelling in Malaysia and Thailand.
  12. Lim Tian Soo – runs an organic farm
  13. King Seng – coming 6pm.
  14. Ron Koh – Interested origami students, please join RonK.  Remember our kelong organiser.
  15. Dolly Lim – coming 6pm.  No introduction needed.  Writes hokkien English.
  16. Jeffrey Lim – coming evening.  Likes diving.
  17. Caroline Gee – coming evening.  Our last D&D Event organiser.
  18. Mary Chan – coming 3pm.  You see her everywhere, even in the newspapers.  New members, please look for Mary Chan, as she is one of our match-makers.
  19. Lily Ho – coming evening session.  Likes dancing too.
  20. Dennis Wee – coming, not sure which session.  A quiet fruit tarts baker.
  21. Annie Loh – coming 3pm.  Loves singing.  Likes crystals too.
  22. Veronique Lee – coming evening session
  23. L H Jie – coming 3pm.  You may remember her if you were a new member last year.
  24. Clara Chay – coming. Loves Singing too.
  25. Paul Leong – coming afternoon to evening
  26. Jenny Leong – coming afternoon to evening.
  27. Mary Tan – coming after 6.45pm. 
  28. Boon Liang – rush in after 7pm.  The guy at the top of this website.
  29. Nurhayati – coming 6.30 pm.  Sembawang morning walk.
  30. Betty Ho – coming 6.30pm
  31. Kenneth Tan – must use diary to remember; but coming.  An expert in Chiangmai.
  32. Bira Lupolo – definitely after work. 
  33. Karen Thio – coming evening session.  Loves crafts.
  34. Eileen Lee – also evening session
  35. AnnTo – coming after work.  Not quiet.
  36. Gingko Tay – evening session.  Crazy, like there is no tomorrow.
  37. Grace Kok – equally crazy.
  38. Janet Chan
  39. Peng Peng
  40. Ann Lim – remember her at the Flea mart.
  41. Anna Seet – also another flea mart lover.
  42. ChristinaCL Chan – coming after work.  Can walk from Singapore to the moon.
  43. Norlinda – coming after work.  Watch out if she is around, an unbelievable character.
  44. Susan Chang – also after work.
  45. Lina Ng – coming early. 
  46. Ah Nee – name almost forgotten.  Coming after work.  everything from cycling to eating.
  47. Thomas Goh – coming evening.  Coming 1st shift.
  48. Lesley Lee – after work.
  49. Lawrence Khan – coming after 6pm
  50. Thomas Goh – Also after work. Duplicate name.
  51. Thomas Kuan – our icon.
  52. Jenny Ho – after 7pm
  53. Kenneth Tan BH – after 7pm
  54. Bernard Lau – will join the evening session, after work.
  55. Edwin Ong – professional.  watch out if he comes in shorts and sneakers.
  56. Angela Ow
  57. Patricia Kwan
  58. Andrew Kuan – not sure, maybe 7pm.  Everybody knows him.
  59. Susan Goh – coming 3pm
  60. Thomas Loh – 7pm, quiet and smiling guy.
  61. Laura Wee – looking for tip on retiring well.
  62. Jeremy Tan – star model on the first SHC website banner
  63. Chong Siew Hoon
  64. Angela Straaten
  65. Hamidah Ishak
  66. Joanne Ang
  67. Judy Lim – finally, can make it to evening session.  A hokkien English teacher.
  68. Chew Wai Jin
  69. David Chan
  70. Patrick Khoo – coming between 4 and 5pm.
  71. Esther Leong
  72. Charles Wee – our walking leader.
  73. George Lee – coming after 6pm
  74. Dolly Peh – a new Dolly to SHC.
  75. Patricia Lim – in after 7pm
  76. Lee Seok Cheng – coming after 7pm
  77. Alfred Ang
  78. Aaron How
  79. Fatimah binte Mohamed – New member
  80. Linda Lim – New member
  81. Charlie Chew – coming after 6pm
  82. Bernie Chung – coming in at 7pm
  83. Jessie Lee – coming between 3 and 6pm
  84. Bobby Yee – coming after 6pm
  85. Christina Ng – New member and coming after 6pm
  86. Doris Choy  – New too, after 6pm
  87. Doreen Choi – new.
  88. Jeffery Ng – coming 3pm
  89. Sophia Lim – first session
  90. Dennis Har
  91. Margaret Lim
  92. Nancy Lim
  93. Peggy Ong – Coming after 6.45 pm
  94. Maria Tan – Welcome back after the holidays
  95. Josephine Yap – coming evening session
  96. Joyce Gan – evening sessioin
  97. Richard Kee – 3pm session
  98. Jane Kee –  3pm session
  99. Maha Letchumi
  100. Mahaeswari
  101. Helen Tan – Coming after 6pm
  102. James Chan – coming after 6pm
  103. Helen Wong
  104. Gwyneth Lee
  105. Rene Leong -will definitely come, after work.
  106. SB Khoo
  107. Tim Liu – too shy to put his name down.
  108. Amy Ko
  109. John Howe – coming late afternoon
  110. Silas Yeo
  111. Lydia Chin – still coming, between 3 and 5.30pm.
  112. Ronald Lee – almost closing, after 9pm.
  113. Teresa Hwang – coming, coming.
  114. Edward Boey – coming 5pm. Old member.
  115. Ronald Wie – exciting late bird, coming 7pm

Chicken Bryani The Easy Way

I was reading one of Steven Chan Posting on "The Joy of Eating & Cooking" and wanted to share this Simple & Easy way of cooking Nasi Bryani/Chicken Bryani .

I am a very lousy cook by nature and do not enjoy cooking at all but this "dish" is very easy to cook and is very "Yummy"

Pauline Khoo & Sally Kang had been my guests for this dish and enjoyed it very much. I used to cook for my church gathering as well.

I will type the receipt in the comments column.

karen

Survey on volunteer drivers for Malacca trip

Mr. Ronald Wie with myself as co-chair would like to make this survey on the principle that 3pax in the car will pay for all expenses related to toll,fuel and parking charges for the driver who will get a free ride in lieu of free loan of his car for the trip.His fuel tank will  be topped up in full before the return to Singapore.In addition touch wood …should an accident or any damage to car is incurred that is not covered by insurance will be borne by all occupants of the car including the driver.

Lady drivers are welcome especially by useless me(as I don’t drive) but I figure that I make a good navigator especially on bumpy roads.Ha Ha Ha!What do the drivers and pax  themselves think of 4 pax and 1 driver in the bigger cars…is it too uncomfortable?.Drivers have final say on who they want in their respective cars with a proviso that there must be a  healthy mix of both sexes unless there is an imbalance in numbers.

On this trip (date and itinerary to be decided later ) by the 2 BA-BA black sheep with MKZ(Malacca) origins or ancestry will ensure visits to the best in hawker fare for specialities like oyster omelette and the best gula melaka and belachan shop.,the best chendol stall(provided clean and not at roadside),where to find good MKZ coffee.hawker fare at Jonkers street.Good Pernakan restuarants with standards like Oleh Sayang will be vetted to narrow down to the best at reasonable prices.Special advice will be given by my cousin who is still a resident in MKZ.

Ronald and myself will sort out the places of interest to visit with input from my cousin as well.Will 2 nights be sufficient?Please let us know your thoughts If there is not enough to form a convoy of cars bus alternative will be considered…although at a glance does not seem suitable for MKZ.

Best regards,

Patrick Khoo

I.T. Learning Continues (1)

SHC negotiated with Paya Lebar Kovan CC located within walking distance from Kovan MRT station (North East Line) 2 use their premises 2 conduct I.T. lesson. Tentatively, the CC person-in-charge hd agreed that their I.T. Lab which houses 11 newly acquired desktop computers fitted wif DVD readers, can be used either on wkdy nite or Sun afternoon.

This is a one single session. Please choose your preferred date :

Dates :

  1. Tue, 24 Jun 08, 7 pm to 9.30 pm OR
  2. Sun, 29 Jun 08, 2 pm to 4.30 pm

We shall take tis opportunity 2 do tis long overdue one – 

  1. How 2 convert normal songs into mp3 format.
  2. How 2 record songs onto blank CD.
  3. How 2 rip n make copy of DVD of size below 4.7gb.
  4. How 2 rip n make copy of DVD of size exceeding 4.7gb (aka Dual Layer)
  5. How 2 download songs from YouTube’s website 2 your PC.

Previous list of registered members –

  1. Dan Huang
  2. John Howe
  3. Boon Liang
  4. Catherine Chong
  5. Ah Nee
  6. Peng Peng
  7. Eileen Lee
  8. Lina Ng
  9. Wee Chin
  10. Gingko Tay
  11. Agnes Tan
  12. Jie
  13. Jonathan Ong
  14. Alicia Soh
  15. Ann To
  16. Dennis Wee
  17. Rene Leong
  18. Roland Tong
  19. Andrew Kuan
  20. Veronique Lee
  21. Linda Chang
  22. Norlinda
  23. Marg Koh
  24. Grace Kok
  25. Elaine K
  26. Annie Loh
  27. Margaret Chan
  28. Karen Thio
  29. YH
  30. Ann Lim

New List of Registered Members Who Had Confirmed –

  1. King Seng (29/6)
  2. Steven Chan (29/6)
  3. Susan Chang (24/6)
  4. Pauline Khoo (24/6)
  5. Caroline (29/6)
  6. Karen Thio (24/6)
  7. Ann To (24/6)
  8. Alice Seah (29/6)
  9. Linda Chang (24/6)
  10. Rene Leong (24/6)
  11. Patrick Khoo (24/6)
  12. Bernadette Chung (24/6)
  13. Janet Chan (29/6)
  14. Grace Kang (29/6)
  15. Ah Nee (24/6)
  16. Elaine Kong (29/6)
  17. Grace Kok (29/6)
  18. Peng Peng (29/6)
  19. Catherine Chong (29/6)
  20. Dan Huang (24/6)

24/6 n 29/6 (fully booked)

On Waiting List –

  1. Helen Yeo (24/6)

  2. Joyce Lee (24/6)

  3. Annie Loh (24/6)

  4. Ann Lim (29/6)

  5. Agnes Tan (24/6, 29/6)
  6. Alicia Soh (29/6)
  7. Gingko (29/6) 

    Seats available are on first confirm first allocate basis.  

    Due to CC’s protocol, participants hv 2 pay $15 upfront.  Actual fee charged will be $7 n the balance $8 refunds 2 ur bank a/c thru IB after the session.  $15 will be collected thru IB 2 weeks b4 commencement of session otherwise seats will be reallocated 2 other members on waiting list.

    YK, Kwong Wah & SHC Volunteer Gp

I.T. Project 2, Teaching Seniors at Kovan C.C. (In Discussion)

SHC is collaborating wif Paya Lebar Kovan CC 2 conduct I.T. lessons 4 their senior members at CC premises located at 207 Hougang street 21, Singapore 530207. Proposed lessons will be conducted at nite on wkdy evenings or Sun afternoon. 

The proposed lessons are –

1) Computer Appreciation – familarisation on operating a PC n navigating Windows

2) Email n Internet – Doing emails n surfing internet

3) Others 

We would like 2 invite interested members 2 join us tis Project 2 teach or assist.  Don’t worry even if u don’t know how, we will train u 2 become one.  Please indicate your prefered day.

Rain or shine, the project is on.  

YK, Kwong Wah, Ah Nee n SHC volunteer gp

I.T. Project 1, Teaching YWCA’s Seniors

SHC is collaborating wif YWCA 2 conduct I.T. lessons 4 their senior members at YWCA, Outram Rd campus. This Project is now confirmed n will commence on –

1) Sat, 31 May 08, 10.00 am to 12.30 pm – Computer Appreciation – familarisation on operating a PC n navigating Windows

2) Sat, 7 Jun 08, 10.00 am to 12.30 pm – Email n Internet – Doing emails n surfing internet

Yew Kwong, Chan Kwong Wah n SHC volunteer gp

Members Interested 2 Assist / Train –

  1. Lily
  2. Dolly (Sat)
  3. Dan Huang
  4. Lee King Seng (Sat) 
  5. Alicia Soh
  6. Christina Chan
  7. Helen Wong
  8. Mollie Tan (Sat)
  9. Rena (Sat)
  10. Karen Thio (Sat)
  11. Ann To (Sat)
  12. Gwyneth (Sat)

All registered member volunteers (except Rena) had be given the softcopy notes on Computer Appreciation n ‘what to do" guide for references. Softcopy notes on Email n Internet will follow later tis wk. Please feel free to come in on Sat, especially other members.  With all your support, we shall make SHC’s 1st I.T. project with external organisation a success.

Visit to an oil palm mill in Johore – Sat, Jun 14, 2008

Hi to all members,

Eleanor and I are trying to arrange a visit to an oil palm mill and the details are:

Date: Jun 14th, 2008, a Saturday.   Time: Meet at a pre-arranged place at 7.30am

Duration: 8-10 hrs.  Estimated time back in Sgp: About 10pm, depending on the customs and immigration jam.

Costs: to be advised. This will cover the cost of renting a bus. All meals will be shared

All members who ae interested please register in this thread.

As an alternative, we are also considering using our cars instead of renting a bus if the numbers are small. Those members who are willing to drive please indicate here. The usual mode of payment for the owner/drivers for their fuel will be made. If we have 10 to 12 interested members, we can drive up in 2 or 3 cars, avoiding the hassle of arranging for a bus.

Can someone here also please tell me the usual practice of how the costs are shared in your earlier trips. Please use this thread for all your questions and Eleanor and I will try to answer them.

Let’s have a show of hands to see how many are interested.

Cheers to all,

Eleanor and Charles

 

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Review of Manchester Utd vs Chelsea Euro Champs Final

For the sake of SHC members who bet regularly on Toto,4D,the casinos and mahjong I strongly urge

members to put a bet in.I have a track record as a horse racing pundit on the horse racing website at

www.7naps.com with a 40% strike rate.At my peak for this season I did achieve a win strike rate of 45%.My insiders111 publication was  featured on Mediacorp’s programme called Tracktalk with 6 winners in a day of 10 races and 10 winners over 2 days of 20 races.My track record as a soccer pundit is getting the result of the last 4 World Cup matches played when Italy beat France in the finals.betting in these 2 fields is akin to advise being given by a good stockbroker who advises you on shares on the stock exchange.You need good research and a superior method of analysis to make $$$.

So here goes,(if I am wrong Tim Liu would probably be the 1st to throw egg on my face  followed by Terence)Terence seldom bet but was persuaded to do so by yours truly at last night’s Bachelor Nite

which was warmly gatecrashed by 3 charming ladies(warmly received).There goes the gossip grapevine working overtime!(I hope the 3 ladies don’t throw shoes at me when we meet the next time).Moderator if this is too scandalous please censor.

Here goes Take a draw on 1 X 2… 90 min result… logical reasoning market opened at $2.85

now drifted to $2.70…very confident…put a big bet on this…my bet is $100(very puny by Tim’s standards in comparison)

medium confidence token bet for better value(greedy for bigger odds…may be my undoing).

Take a token bet $5 or $10 on half-time/full-time on D-D ie DRAW-DRAW(from $4.40 drifted to $3.70)

plus another token bet on zero goals at $5 only(average is $9.00 for usual games but this is the lowest odds for this bet to the best of my memory…market opened at $6.50 drifted to $5.50

low level of confidence speculative bets at good odds …this bet must be taken in tandem…under special bets…Chelsea to win after 90 mins at $8.25 and Chelsea to win on penalties at $9.00.I am not confident of this position and for those die hard Man Utd fans I recommend this bet(2bets in tandemat $

as a better bet than For Man Utd to win on the 1 X 2 at $2.30

Art Auction

Too good to miss !!!

There’s a great free event today Sun 18 May 2008 with buffet. It’s the Burobudur  art auction at Suntec Level 2, Ballroom 2. It is run like Sotheby or Christy. There are many high networth individuals, many of whom are rich Indonesians and their brokers. You have paintings running up to $200K, collectors watches and pens. Best of all they have a free art brochure with colured pictures of every lot.

Sign up as a member. The food is served only at the end, probably 6pm. You can estimate it by the running number. Give 2 mins for each lot. Register early, do your shopping and come back for the food.

Big thanks to SHC members

Hello everyone,emoticon

I’m back again.   I would like to express my special thanks to Mary Chan, Karen Thio, Tim Liu, Dolly Lim, Jie Lim Hong and Terence Seah for all your comments.

I was shock to see so many of u spending time to give me all the wonderful comments.  Really so glad to see it and also makes me more eager to meet up with u all. 

ITS INDEED A REAL WARM WELCOME !!!

For a start I would like to join you for the cycling section, so pls let me know how to meet up with you all

Helen Yeo – Profile

Hi all SHC members,

I’m Helen Yeo, age 47, divorced and working lady.  Interested in outdoor activities and making new friends.

I get to join this club after a few months internet browsing and find that there are many interesting activities going on like kelong trips,  cycling and so on.

Presently I got no friends in the club and are eager to to know all of u soon.  Please feel free to contact and give comments.

Have a nice week-end

Helen Yeo

Thinking aloud the future of SilverHairsClub

One year ago, a member confronted me, and asked what would happened to SilverHairsClub should something happened to me.  I felt offended at first, but Yeah hah, sounds like a very serious question.  Since then, I have been thinking.  I like to share my thoughts aloud.

  1. For the time being, I have put the different passwords of this website on a piece of paper.  Should anything happen to me, this piece of paper will be handed to someone whom I have designated.  The person is a SHC member.  I am surprised that SilverHairsClub.com has turned out to be very well read, with 75% readership in Singapore.  So, we should plan for it to run forever.
  2. I am also thinking of creating a corporate entity "SHC Corporate" which will own SilverHairsClub.com.  Discussions of SHC Corporate are on another thread.  SilverHairsClub will run as it is currently run, with no membership fee, the same taboos, age requirement and style.  With the corporate entity, hopefully, we dont have to debate the issue of succession, plus other issues of activities organised by the club.  We are still discussing, so it would be nice to hear from you.

Enough for now.  I look forward to hear from you.

Terence Seah