General Info on Line Dancing

The following is a reply to enquiries posted in the Line Dancing comments which I thought might be informative for all by posting it here in the General Forum.

Dear Sadliu and Onlysue,

Practically all CCs conduct line-dancing classes from elementary to advance level.

SHC line dancers congregate at 2 venues that I know of :

1) Sat. public dancing at Far East Square, China St. from 7 to 10.30pm

2) Wed. Practice sessions at rooftop of Blk.146A Toa Payoh (opp. HDB Hub) from 7.15pm onwards.

At the moment, SHC line dancers are working hard at these 2 venues in preparation to perform for the SHC Annual D&D on 24 Mar.

Make your way to any of these venues and you will meet the SHC line dancers.

In general:
It is easier for line dancers to pick up social dance than for social dancers to pick up line dancing.  The reason :  line dance steps incorporate steps from other forms of dancing such as cha cha, sambal, rumba, latin, broadway, jazz, waltz, etc.  Line dance step comprises a set of 8 counts versus 4 in other forms of dancing.  A simple line dance ususally have a minimum of 32 counts.

How fast one picks up line dancing depend very much on the individual.  Some are ‘natural’ dancers, some work hard to achieve, some just go with the flow.  Whatever the case might be, one thing for sure – line dancers will keep their body and mind healthy because it is not just physical exercise, but brain work as well.

Caution :
Some line dancers stressed themselves out by trying too hard to "master" every dance.  In the end, they get ‘burned out’.  One should try one’s best within one’s limit so that one can enjoy the music as well as the pleasure of dancing.

You can check out the following websites as well :

http://www.espioneer.com/template.asp?vid=lds

http://www.geocities.com/dancediary/

All are welcome.  Hope you can come join in the fun as well.! emoticon 

March BT Reserve Brisk Walk

Dear SHC members
Gong Xi, Gong Xi Fa Cai.
March is around the corner and we will resume our monthly walk.
Date: 10th March  2007 (Saturday)
Place: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
Start Time: We start the walk at 4.30pm.  No delay as we have to be out before it gets dark.
Meeting point: Visitor Centre, Hindhede Drive
Getting there: By bus. 67, 75, 170, 171, 173, 184, 852, 961.  Alight at Upper Bukit Timah Rd, opposite Bukit Timah Shopping Centre (after Beauty World Centre/Plaza).  Donot cross the overhead pedestrian bridge to Bukit Timah Shopping Centre.  Instead walk towards Courts (follow the direction of traffic) and cross at Courts to Hindhede Rd.  "Raintree Condo" under construction just at the entrance of Hindhede Rd.   From Hindhede Rd, turn  into Hindhede Drive and you will see Visitor Centre. 10-15 min walk.

By MRT.  At Newton Stn, take Tibs 171 and at Clementi Stn take 184 (loop service)
By Car.  Fr city to Woodlands.  Turn right at pedestrian bridge nr Courts along Upper Bukit Timah Rd and into Hindhede Rd/Drive.  Parking Free.   Parking available at Beauty World which has an overhead pedestrian crossing leading directly out of the carpark.

The Walk:  Early birds can view the exhibits at the Visitor Centre before the Walk.  We can take the hard road trail or the South View Path trail into the foliage to reach the summit.  Part of the path is closed because of landslide in December.  You may have to climb more than 150 steps to the Summit.  Total time taken: 1 to 2  hr.   For those who cannot take slopes/climbs,  pl consult your family Doctor for advice.  For your info  :                                                                           840 flowering plants and over 500 species of animals.  Donot feed the monkeys.  Whichever trails, we take, the place is very shady.  As usual, bring umbrellas/ponchos in case rain, water bottle.                                                                                                                                                                        Dinner:   Available at the shophouses opposite Courts (the other side of Courts).
Additional Points: We need the walk to shed off extra kg accumulated during the lunar New Year.  An opportunity for those who have registered for the D&D in March to meet and cultivate friendship to brace up for the occasion.  For first timers who wish to join the walk and need more info, leave a comment here, and I shall reply you.  Hope to see you all.    Veronica Wong

How we can fulfill the SilverHairsClub’s objective in 2007?

SilverHairsClub’s key objective is to provide a platform for SilverHairs to meet new friends.  Our group is diversed and growing.  Having participate in some of our events, please share with us your thoughts on how can further meet this objective.

If, so far, you have not participated in our activities, I am eagerly looking forward to hearing from you too.

Terence Seah

Twenty Good Summers

Hi all SHC members

Yes, I’ve been reading Twenty Good Summers by Martin Hawes and it’s basically a book about financial planning and retirement (lifestyle change). But it’s also a book that addresses the needs and concerns of those reaching their 50s. We often come to realise that we need to radically make a change in our lives when we come to the milestone ages of 40, 50 or 60. For me, it’s coming to 60, the BIG SIX ZERO! So, technically, I only have ten good summers left… a sobering and humbling thought. But take heart, there is more to it then just sitting and moping and doing nothing. One way to make a difference in our lives is through our SHC participation and sharing. I thank our founder and members for their unstinting support and friendship.

Let me just share the final paragraphs of Martin’s book:

"There is still time to do all the things you have always wanted ‘if you act firmly and decisively. There is not time for wishing, waiting and hoping though. You have to cut to the chase and start living the life you have always wanted.

If you are not going to have some good summers now, when are you going to have them? This is a serious question – you are never going to be fitter or more capable than you are now; you are never going to be in a better position to enjoy your life than you are now; you will never enjoy your time as much as you will now. If your life is not what you want it to be, change it. This may mean doing something quite radical, something that may raise the eyebrows of oyour family and friends. But it is your life – the only one you are likely to have in this world at least – so get on with doing what you want. If there was ever a time to do the things you have always wanted to do, this is it. It’s time to make every summer count."

For SilverHairs who are comfortable with online chat, and not able to join the gatherings

There many many SHC members whom we have not met.  Some are shy, while others find our gathering timings not suitable.  Some live in Jurong, while others live in Chua Choa Kang.  Many SilverHairs are wondering how to meet other SilverHairs, and yet unable to benefit from the convenience of MRT and buses.  Dont give up, we are looking for places in North, East and West of Singapore island. You can help out.

Early last year, we tried web-chat, and we were partially sucessful.  For all SHC members, who are unable to join the physical gatherings, let’s meet online.

For how to, please click here.  Please contact Vishal at vishal@silverhairsclub.com, if you wish to have a practice/trial.

The date:  Sat, Mar 17, 1400 – 1600 hrs. . To register, simply add your name here.

  1. Terence Seah
  2. Loh Yew Kwong
  3. Dennis Liew

Happy New Year to all SilverHairs

On behalf of the founders of the SilverHairsClub, I would take this occasion to wish all SilverHairs a Happy and prosperous Lunar New Year.

You may not hear it, but the fireworks have started.  The kids are putting tin cans over small crackers placed in the ground.  Long strings of red crackers are hung across the front of the houses, ready for the seniors to lit.  Everybody dresses in red, pony tails for the kids.  Lots of loud voices, running around.  A grand reunion dinner awaits generations of families this lunar new year eve. 

To many good years ahead.

Terence Seah

SilverHairsClub 07 Feb gathering photos

SilverHairsClub Feb gathering photos are out.  Over 40 participants attended, full house, but place was too small.  Guess we cannot use this place anymore. 

After the monthly gathering, some SilverHairs crazily and last minute decided to go to Outram MRT market for Lo Hei and supper.  Guess too hungry after 8pm.  Here are the photos.

Terence

Playing the keyboard/Singing karaoke songs

I know how to play a handful of simple tunes on the Yamaha keyboard and I am interested to take up lessons to increase my repertoire of songs.

I am also wanting to master a handful of English karaoke songs so that when I go for karaoke sessions, I don’t have to just listen while others sing.

Does anyone know of willing and able teachers?

Thanks for reading my post.

Do you know of a small restaurant?

Do you know of a small restaurant which meets the following specifications?

  1. The place feels nice to you, has a history or nostalgic, has no white paint on the walls.
  2. Size-wise, it should be small and able to handle 50 people.
  3. Location-wise, it can be located anywhere in Singapore, somewhere in Jurong, Chua Chu Kang, ChinaTown, nearby islands, Batam or Johore.  For a change, the place can be difficult to find.  Can be under the trees, facing the sea or the river.
  4. Price-wise, it’s important not to be expensive. not city prices, less than SGD 10 person Nett, incl tea.
  5. Table & chairs, can be old, clean, comfortable to our bony bottoms. No white table cloth.
  6. Food-wise, can be porridge, tim-sum, soups, surgarfree dishes, no oil all over the bottom of plate, nothing is covered in flour, and where you can recognise the meat without tossing the dish around.
  7. Mood-wise, we can sit down and chat as long as we like.  And, some strong SilverHairs relationship among us.

Do you know of such a place? Is there such a place in Singapore?  We like to go there this year.

Terence

February gathering – Wed, 7 Feb

Information on gathering:  Usually various interest groups meet at the monthly gatherings.  One group is the D&D committee.  They will get to know one another.  Other groups just want to get to know one another.  So feel free to chat.  Everybody is new to one another.

When you arrive, please tick your name against the registration list.  Write your name on a sticker, and paste the sticker on your left/right of your blouse/shirt.  Take a voucher SGD 2.50 and you can purchase a drink at the counter.  We are packed that day.  Do enjoy the evening.

By now, I guess most of you get a feel on the type of activities which generate the most interest.   These activities aside, it seems there are very few interests groups on small business.  Around mid 2005, we had seen interests from SilverHairs looking at starting small businesses.  There were discussions on a cafe, a char kway teo stall, a bakery, small hotel, etc.  Unfortunately, they dwindled off.

However, I am aware that some SilverHairs have come together to form small groups, looking at stocks, money and other financial investments.  Personally, I am pleased to see these activities going on, although I dont have the money or courage to go into them.

It is important that SilverHairs continue to find meaningful ways to keep active and healthy.  No one is going to support us through our SilverHairs years.  I plan to live at least up to 70 years.  I have always encouraged SilverHairs to get together, and if the synergies click, go into some form of small business.  So if you have thoughts of going into a small business, share it out among other equally interested SilverHairs.  You never know, you may find someone with the same interest.

As 2007 kicks off, I think we can rekindled these ideas.  So, let’s schedule the date for SilverHairs who still have the entrepreneur spirit, to meet.

Date:  7 Feb, Wed.  Time:  1700 – 2000 hrs.  Venue:  Cafe inside MPH, between Robinson Road and Shenton Way, and between Raffles MRT and Tanjong Pagar MRT.

And, if you just like to meet other SilverHairs, to meet and chat, you are also welcome to come.  This is the Feb gathering.  Talk about the cookies you are making for Chinese New year or the next holiday to Perth, India or Thailand.  Any thing.

Entrance: Free;  a cup of Coffee or tea at $2.50 on the club.  For registered participants only.  Please be aware of the risks involved in businesses and investments.  No discussions on MLM and no direct selling during the gathering.

Registered to come: 

  1. KC Lau
  2. Yew kwong
  3. Terence Seah
  4. LH Jie – Event Organiser
  5. Eunice
  6. Suzhang
  7. Ronald Lee
  8. Rene Leong
  9. SB Khoo
  10. Melissa Khng
  11. Kenneth Tan
  12. Steven Chan
  13. Molly Chua
  14. Shirley Yeo
  15. Joy Chuang
  16. Pauline Chew
  17. Clara Chay
  18. Shirley Yeo
  19. Peggy Wee
  20. Dolly Lim
  21. Edwin
  22. Christina Chan
  23. Chia Pheng Sok
  24. Patricia Chiang
  25. Venika Leong
  26. Irene Chan
  27. Benson Koh
  28. Christie Chee
  29. Ronald Wi
  30. Catherine Yeo
  31. Linda Chang
  32. Mary Tan
  33. Bernard Lau
  34. John Chan
  35. Mildred Tay
  36. Rosalind Tan
  37. ST Tan
  38. Oi Cheng
  39. Angeline Tan
  40. Cecelia Wong

No more places.  Sorry, entrance is closed.

Terence Seah

Looking for travelmates to Europe in Oct

I am looking for 4-8 fellow SilverHairs, game to go on a 15-day travel, via the Eurail Global Pass. The 1st class Global Pass Saver allows unlimited consecutive-day train travel, throughout 18 European countries.

Website http://www.euraildirect.com/.  Online booking on Internet is USD 539 555/pax for two to travel (USD 655 if travelling alone).  Airfare on KLM (checked on 1 March 2007) is SGD 1200 per person.  Not cheap.  Got to look around.  Try www.zuji.com and Qotar airline.  Now, we should look for a travel agent to provide for a group of 8 people.

Date: ETA Amsterdam 30 Sep – ETD Amsterdam 14 Oct 2007(confirmed). This period is the end Autumn season, low peak period, beginning of cold season, some snow in some countries, Oct Festival in Germany and cheaper travel than in the summer period.

Costs: Participants buy own ticket Sin/Amsterdam/Sin. Every two participants buy the Eurail tickets together. No hotels and no expensive restaurants.

Requirements: Legs got to be fit. You walk 7am – 9pm everyday for 15 days. Plenty of castles, meuseums, huge department stores, scenic views, rivers, etc. Cannot be food fussy. Buy local food and drinks from supermarket.  Travelmates must not impose on other travelmates.

Daily schedule: Arrive 6 – 7 am each day at a different city. Brush and bath at clean, safe and dedicated restrooms. Towels, soap provided. There is a small fee.  Put big luggage at the Stored Luggage at railway station, and pack a small bag to carry around throughout the day. Spend whole day in the city. Totally free and easy. Select the next city, and take the next train in the evening. Sleep on board.

If you have not done EuroRail style travel in Europe, this will be fun.  So, if you are interested, please drop your name here. We will organise a few meetings to get to know one another better, before actual trip.

1st chit chat and get-to-know one another: Wed, 4 April 2007, 1830 – 2030 hrs.

  • Confirmed ETA Amsterdam Sun, 30 Sep, ETD Amsterdam Wed, 14 Sep.  Participants can extend, own option.
  • Some adjustment agreed to spend more days in the same city.

Terence 

Line Dancing – please register here

Hi, there are a few list here and there for groups wanting to form a team for line dancing.  But, it seems a bit difficult to coordinate everybody, as we all live all over Singapore.  Also, it has been difficult to find a place.  So, I can only help coordinate a list of interested instructors and learners.  Instructors can go ahead and form small groups. 

If you are interested to start and learn line dancing, just drop a comment here.  And if you wish to teach, do drop your name here too.  I have seen a few line dancing sessions, and I am impressed.  It helps us all keep fit and nibble until the age of 75.  So Learners and Teachers, please put your name here.  And, go ahead to form a team.

Registration as instructors and learners:

  1. Michelle Han – instructor
  2. SB Khoo
  3. Annie Loh
  4. Mike Koh
  5. Mary Tan
  6. Irene Chan – Beginner instructor for Electric Slide, Ten guitar
  7. Maria Tan
  8. Susan Chan
  9. Priscillia Wee
  10. Ronald Wi
  11. Charles Wee
  12. Dolly Lim
  13. Melissa Khng
  14. LH Jie
  15. Linda Chang
  16. Catherine Yeo
  17. Veronica Wong
  18. Christie Chee
  19. Peggy Ho
  20. Ann Giri
  21. Pauline Chew
  22. Cheryl Ho
  23. Dave Tan
  24. Suzhang
  25. Line Dancing is one way to keep fit.  So, join a group.  Team leaders, please raise your hands.

How to LOGIN or REGISTER?

We have made LOGIN/REGISTER easier.  This website is for SilverHairsClub members.

Go into http://www.SilverHairsClub.com.  At the top of the homepage, there is LOGIN/REGISTER.  When you register, the password is emailed to you.  You should put in your first name, family name and realname.  You can change your password anytime.

Yes, if  you like to remain unknown, you may use username: Guest, and password: guest.  Access is limited.  Events registration is not allowed for Guests.

You are most welcome to write your comments, and write a new POST, especially if you have an idea, a hobby to share, a travel group to gather, a bread making session to share, a line dancing groutp to start, a business idea to kick off or a mahjong game looking for kakis.

For commercial news, something to sell, external seminars, non-SHC activities, please use http://www.2GreenDots.com.

Suggestions welcome.  Changes possible, but it will take some time, for the webmaster to make changes.

Photos of the Pot-Luck at East Coast Park

Photographer Benson Koh worked hard, covering the Pot Luck gathering at the East Coast.  He has also given some nice captions to the photographs.  Thank you Benson, and to all SilverHairs who make the day a success.

To see the photos, click here. http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/SHC070113/.

Can you remember the names of everybody at the party?

Terence Seah

hello

hi everyone,

so happy finally get to log on.

just want to drop a note to say l enjoyed myself at the potluck on 13/1 sat.All are so nice and friendly people

and so many food,all enjoyed eating ,chatting n mixing around.Cant wait to see the photo,our photographer was busy shooting away.

rgds

christie

Walk @ 4.30 meet at Marine Parade Library

Dear All,

hmmm…. walking in the rain.. Fun!  {smile}    It’s gotta be Plan B!

We’ve got a date!
Christina Chan

Date: 13th January 2007 (Saturday)

Place: East Coast  Park (McDonald)

Start Time:  we start the walk at 4.30pm

Meeting point: Marine Parade Community Club & Library, Marine Parade Road.

Getting there:  by bus. Buses listed on the plate at the nearest bus-stop: 15, 16, 31, 36, 76, 135, 196, 197, 646(maybe not available off office hour), 853(maybe not available on Sat ), , 473(maybe not available on Sat ), 39A(maybe not available on Sat ) & 541(maybe not available on Sat ),966,48&43.  

Plan B: Proceed to NTUC Marine Parade, understand there is an underpass

Note:  the Potluck meeting point is at Cycland Bicycle shop (behind McDonald, facing the sea on your right; there’s a 7eleven, too).

Parking:  Carpark C2.
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Registering the Club – update

As you know, we had discussions on this forum to register SilverHairsClub.  However, there is overwhelming support to keep the club as it is.   Membership requires all members to adopt the club rules.  No discussion on politics, sex, race, religion and no direct selling and MLM.  We shall continue with SilverHairs activities, keeping within the laws of Singapore.

SilverHairsClub will remain informal, social and "free & easy".   There will be no entrance fees, no monthly fees and no charges for participating in the club monthly activities, except for drinks and food, if they are incurred.

For the moment, we shall maintain status quo, but we may revisit this issue in 2008.

Terence Seah 

Trip to India, by Kaushal

From Kaushal:

This is a follow-up to the gathering at Kaushal’s place on Jan 4.  With regards to India Trip in Feb/March 2007, it is a simple & easy going trip organised by me as I have a farm house (FH) in Hyderabad (HYD). From Hyderabad, the members can visit to nearby places by 2 or 3 Tier AC trains & buses/cars. One can stay in farm house as long one wants. India is a big country with lots of historical and relegious places of interest, which one can not see all in one visit as the objective is to relax with some sight seeing.

The following is tentative itinerary for the trip:

  • Arrive Hyderabad from Singapore by SQ.
  • Stay at the farm with the lodging & boarding provided.
  • Visit places of interest in HYD.
  • After HYD, depart for Bhopal, Jabalpur, Varanashi, Lucknow, Agra, Gwaliar & back to Hyderabad.

Accomodation: 3 star hotel outside HYD.
Transport: AC trains & buses/cars.
Depart HYD for Singapore.

A local person will make all the arrangement and be with us throughout the trip outside HYD.
Duration: 2 weeks to 1 month.
Cost: Actual on ‘No Profit & No Loss’ basis. A general Expense Account will be given at the end of the trip.

Interested to join, please register here.

Kaushal

Pot Luck this Sat Jan 13 – if it rains

For all participants to the Pot Luck this Saturday, please bring enough food for 5 – 6 people, as we anticipate a lot of food. For water, we will be getting from the nearby 7 Eleven.

At this moment, I am not sure what to do if it rains.  I got down from the plane last night, and wow, it was raining, and it is still raining this Friday morning.

The organisers of the walk, cycling and potluck groups have prepared for this Saturday.  And, we would hope not to cancel it.

So, come in your swimming gear, or in shorts, no lip sticks or perfume, no nice handbags. Be prepared for the rain, and if it rains, enjoy it and feel young as you were when you were 8 years old playing in the rain.

The seas are likely strong, and the winds blowing strongly at the coconut trees.  If you like, bring a kite, I saw some adults playing and they enjoyed it.

The organisers look forward to seeing you all.  And, if it rains, and the situation gets disorganised, please bear with us.  So come along, and meet fellow SilverHairs.  We are sure you will enjoy the late afternoon and evening, even if it rains.

Terence Seah 9489-4360

Opportunities in HoChiMinh

I just returned from Ho Chi Minh City and also registered with the Singapore Business Group in HCMC my company.
In this SBG, there are many Singapore companies represented in Vietnam and to name a few they are Temasek Holdings, Capitaland Pte Ltd and Keppel Land including OCBC.
Any interested to do business in HCMC can contact me or send me an email of your areas of interests as I have local contacts.

Let’s take a Walk this January 2007

Dear Walkists & Fellow SHCs

Most of you should have heard of all the buzz about the Potluck.  Some of you like me who commutes by "bus no. 11" have raised concerns of how to get there, how to bring the food…etc had been noted and did some recce, hence, this late announcement… sorrie…

The FOCUS for this month, the 1st month of 2007 is the POTLUCK.  Hence, we, the walkist will make it easy. Let’s meet and we will lead you across to East Coast Park. It will be a short walk, time enough to freshen up and look good!

 

Date: 13th January 2007 (Saturday)

Place: East Coast  Park (McDonald)

Start Time:  we start the walk at 4.30pm

Meeting point: Marine Parade Community Club & Library, Marine Parade Road.

Getting there:  by bus. Buses listed on the plate at the nearest bus-stop: 15, 16, 31, 36, 76, 135, 196, 197, 646, 853, 966, 48, 473, 39A & 541.  

 

Plan A:  we walk across the Marine Parade Flyover.  Not sure if it is allowed by law, perhaps will check with relevant authorities.

 

Plan B: Proceed to NTUC Marine Parade, understand there is an underpass which we can walk "under & pass" hahaaha

Also, if what you decide to bring can be bought at NTUC, it will surely conserve some of your energy for the Finale.  {smile}

 

Wanna join us, do drop me an email.  TQ! 

 

Note:  the Potluck meeting point is at Cycland Bicycle shop (behind McDonald, facing the sea on your right; there’s a 7eleven, too).

 

Parking:  Carpark C2 

 

Stay cool  emoticon

Christina Chan   {chrischan5575@yahoo.com} 

Jan 2007 gathering (Pot Luck registration)

The Pot-luck is confirmed for Sat, 13 Jan, 2007.

  • Venue:  On the beach, behind Bicycle Rental, 20 metres from MacDonald, East Coast.
  • 3.00 pm – For the early birds, meeting at MacDonald.
  • 4.30 pm – Start getting to know new friends
  • 5.45 pm – Food time commences
  • 7.30 pm – Likely ending time

What is most exciting about this event is the venue will be the terminating point of the cycling and walking groups.  On this day, the cycling and the walking activities will proceed with the usual activities.

For those bringing food, Yew Kwong, Terence and other SilverHairs will be there are 3pm.  Do not bring too much food, say for about 10 persons.

For those who are not cycling or walking, SilverHairs can meet at the Pot Luck venue.  Bring something to sit on so that you can sit on the grass or sand and chat.  Plenty of strong winds, maybe some rain.  It would be nice if you put on your beach wear or swimming gear.  Stay comfortable, as there are no seats.

Transport may be difficult for some, but do try to make arrangements among yourselves.

Committee members:

  • Timothy Liu – will take any fun role.
  • Benson Koh – Photographer, he loves to take pictures.
  • Mary Tan – offers to help on the day.
  • Irene Chan – Coordinate the food on the day.
  • Volunteers – please let us know.

List of participants and Pot Luck items:

  1. Loh Yew Kwong – Chicken nuggets for 21 people.
  2. Susan Chang – something
  3. Timothy Liu – one Johnson Lock duck
  4. Joy Chuang – joyful food
  5. Shirley Wong – definitely bring something
  6. Lily Ho – a small port of Devil’s curry
  7. Ronald Wi – tentatively 10 Tiong Bahru fish balls and toilet papers.
  8. Christina Chan – Some plates.
  9. LH Jie – considering
  10. Eliza Chua – considering
  11. Gary Loke – maybe some curry puff
  12. Patrick Yeo – did not say what he is bringing, only his stomach.
  13. Lisa Ong – considering
  14. Fong Cheong Kong – a packet of Indian rojak
  15. Kenneth Tan – own concoction of Eurasian punch (no alcohol)
  16. Terence Seah – Drinks from the nearby 7 eleven.
  17. Bernadette Chung – Sweet fruits
  18. Charles Wee – Grapes
  19. Benson Koh – Bringing along a camera to take pictures of the wide range of food.
  20. Kathy Dng – thinking of bringing fruit cocktail.
  21. Clara – bringing some tarts. 
  22. Annie Loh – Almond agar agar with 5 logans.
  23. Julie Tay – Ready to eat fish otar otah.
  24. KC Lau – loaves of soft bread, to complement the otah otah (not fish head otah)
  25. Gwyneth – bringing fried rice, for those who need rice to be full.
  26. Melissa Khng – Down with flue, but if no flu, will come.  Oh, great! It’s pasta.
  27. Tan Mary – Chicken with soft french loaves.
  28. Irene Chan – Home cooked Nasi Goreng, yami yami.
  29. Linda Chang – Not sure what to bring, but definitely something edible.
  30. Mildred Tay – will bring something.
  31. Christie – paper plate, forks and spoons.
  32. Dolly Lim
  33. Jade Phua – 18 chicken wings, half dark sauce, and half in hongzao paste.
  34. Lum Oi Cheng
  35. Joan Wong – Perth
  36. Priscillia Wee – some fruits
  37. Kaushal – offers transport, to call him.
  38. Margaret Wu -Butter cake
  39. Margaret Wu’s husband.
  40. Chia Peng Sok – bring something, not sure yet.
  41. Pat Chiang – also bringing something.
  42. June Lee
  43. Michael Loo
  44. Eleanor Yap – editor of PRIME
  45. Maria Tan – bringing something.
  46. Linda Liau – some fried fish balls.
  47. Yvonne Ang – rubbish bags and mahjong sheets to sit on.
  48. Venika Leong
  49. Julia Tan
  50. Clarice – will bring something
  51. Chou Siaw Meng
  52. Keep coming.  Don’t feel obligated to bring anything.  Entrance is free to above SilverHairsClub members.

Terence Seah

what i do on New Year’s eve?

I am now resting on a hammock between 2 mango trees at my wife’s parents home in Korat, some 3 hours North-east of Bangkok. Just had lunch with Tom Yam country chicken.

Feeling lazy and sleepy, I write to tell you the weather is a comfortable 22C. The only sound I hear is the movement of leaves and a family of chickens playing among themselves.

Am going to have a kid’s party at 3pm, with balloons, coconut ice-cream, bbq pork balls, beer and spy wine. It’s going to be fun. Wish you were here too.

Monthly Walk – 2007

Just being a wee bit nostalgic, looking back, we, the walkist did well.  In Feb06, Charles initiated the 1st walk and if I recalled right, there were only 4 of us and now, there are more than 20 walkists.

Want to say "Thank you" to all who came from all corners of Singapore to participate.  Glad you have enjoyed the walks as much as we have whilst planning them.  Also most importantly, hope each of you have made some new friends – This is what it is all about   smile, smile

I am going to sneak you in for a preview of the first 3 months of 2007:

13Jan     intend to coincide with the forthcoming Potluck event.  Venue: awaits                             Terence’s advice. 

10Feb    Let’s have a Break ie., no walk for the group

10Mar    Bukit Timah Hill

 …new trails, old trails, scenic trails, let your eyes "capture" the sights besides your camera and, more challenging trails like the Treetop, Pulau Ubin   (haha)

There is 1 request and we need your help:

Normal Start time of walk: 4.15pm (strongly encourage all to be on time as we do not wish to keep those who are punctual waiting).  There will be some walks due to circumstances beyond our control; need to start off earlier as well.  so, please note each Start Time, Be Punctual.

NB:

Scheduled walks (2nd Saturday monthly) will not be cancelled unless it is a no through way, definite "no go" situation eg., flooding, landslide… (just joking).

Detailed information for each walk will be posted in this website about 2 weeks before scheduled date, please check website regularly

To each of you and your loved ones :

a JOYOUS Christmas, a HAPPY & PROSPEROUS 2007  from Charles, Veronica & Christina.

so long farewell I’ve got to go…….. see you next year.  Till then, stay Cool!

Travel with “Frills”

Hi to all Members

Some members like to backpack, travel with little or no frills. I, on the other hand, like to travel with reasonably priced frills such as 3* hotels, organized transportation, pickup services to airports. I am wondering if there are like-minded members who luv museums, palaces, castles etc and would like to make specialized single-country trips to Germany, Italy and Spain. If U do please post here. Kind Regards

Signing in as Guest

Some SilverHairs have suggested the use of nicknames (not related to the real names).  As this is a members’ website, we encourage the use of real names.

However, for the benefit of new members, and to encourage confidence, I have been convinced that we could have "Guest" participation.  Let’s give this a try.  Guests are allowed to write new Posts and Comments.  Guests cannot register to participate in events.

  • Username: Guest
  • Password: guest

Have fun!.

Terence Seah

Winnie Lim and her cakes

Winnie Lim is definitely very resourceful.   I learnt from her about her entrepreneurship skills.  And, I feel she is one member who will continue to be active through her SilverHairs years.  I wish that some of us will learn from her.

She is really into cakes.  I was surprised at the different types of cakes she can make. Get to know her. Find out more about the cakes she can make.

For SilverHairs who are into cake, cookies, chocolates and bread making, and selling them, let us know.  We would like to promote your skills and hobbies.

Terence Seah