Exploring Sentosa – August 25 (Saturday)

When I  visited Sentosa last saturday, I realised that there is so much to see and do. It is so near and yet I wonder whether some of us had the opportunity to explore and enjoy all the scenes and activities right here. It will be like a family outing for us.emoticon

The itinerary as follows:emoticon

3:30pm   Meet at Vivocity Sentosa Stationemoticon

4:00pm   Take monorail to Beach Station where the Palawan Beach is. Take a stroll down and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and scenery.

5:00pm   Take monorail to Imbiah Stemoticonation. At the Merlion Plaza standing at 37 metres high, this half lion. half fish creature is a delight to snap our camera at. There is also an escalator that brings us to the Imbiah Lookout and the Tiger Sky Tower and lots of things to do.

6:00pm   Next, take train to Waterfront Station where Resorts World is. Take in all the amusements here and enjoy the activities at Universal Studio. There is so much to do and take in here too.emoticon

7:00pm   Adjourn to the Malaysian Food Street where all the best of Malaysian hawker fares are waiting  to fill our hungry stomachs.emoticon

Those who are tired may take a train home after dinner. For others, the free show on the ‘Crane Dance’ starts at 9:00pm and another free show, the ‘Lake of Dreams’ starts at 9:30pm.emoticon

Another option available is for us to leisurely stroll back to Vivocity by the Sentosa Boardwalk.emoticon

Entry by monorail from Vivocity to Beach Station is $3.00, any other trips by monorail within Sentosa are free.

Are you ready for a day of fun, enjoyment and adventure at Sentosa?emoticon

Register here.

  1. Dan
  2. Boon Liang
  3. Gabriella
  4. Geok Suanemoticon
  5. Steven Chan
  6. Winnie Tan
  7. June Koh
  8. Primrose Kok
  9. Maria Tan
  10. Tan Seok Wah
  11. Jane Ong
  12. Aaron How
  13. Juliet Ong
  14. Barbara Lim
  15. Alice Low
  16. Joan Ang
  17. Lydia Chin
  18. Angie Ng
  19. Anne Chee
  20. Ann Lim
  21. Irene Poh
  22. Hew Lee – (tentative)

EOs, Dan & Boon Liangemoticon

Retirement living: Looking to studio apartments for seniors for inspiration

  • Today i visited a block of studio apartments for seniors near Toa Payoh Central and was glad to see how PLEASANT the environment is. The common areas are SPACIOUS and CLEAN. The common corridors outside the individual units are WIDE and UNCLUTTERED. The units are small bed-sitters, bright with windows on one wall. In the bathroom is an emergency alert cord.
  • The two lifts are BIG and stop at EVERY floor. On the third level are two cozy GARDENS.  Seats are PLENTIFUL and INVITING!
  • Nearby are other blocks of flats, shops, a hawker centre, a market….
  • Could HDB adapt this concept of studio apartment living for seniors with smaller nest-eggs to cater to seniors with bigger nest-eggs by building bigger studio apartments and providing more facilities? But however HDB modifies/adapts, it must keep to the 30-year lease and the non- marketability of the studio apartments for the ‘richer’ seniors. These two conditions will keep out the sharks and the profit-driven entrepreneurs.

N.B. Comments no. 1 -5  are pre-post comments.

One Day Free Tour to Nirvana Memorial Garden plus Vegetable Farm

Hi all,

Not sure if anyone have heard or even been to this tour before.  This tour has already been organised by many RCs and CCs.

I have this lobang to visit Nirvana Memorial Garden plus Vegetable Farm for free.  Transport, vegetarian lunch and drinks are all provided.  

Eunos CCs will be having one on 10 June 2012.  If anyone is interested, you can sign-up at the CC.

But if we have enough people here that are interested, say 30 pax, we can have one of our own.

If you are keen, please indicate your available timing here and we can see what the best timing that suits most of us.

Dorine Tan

Dementia

I believe that most of us have read about the rising incidence of dementia.

Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects memory, thinking, language, judgment,
and behavior. Most types of dementia are nonreversible (degenerative). Dementia
symptoms include difficulty with many areas of mental function, including:

  • Language
  • Memory
  • Perception
  • Emotional
    behavior or personality
  • Cognitive skills
    (such as calculation, abstract thinking, or judgment)

Dementia usually first appears as
forgetfulness.

There is growing evidence that some kinds of mental exercises can help slow down dementia. To this end, I
am contemplating developing a series of mental exercises which may be used
hopefully to help slow the effect of dementia.

I have a series of mental
exercises which help children improve their learning abilities , you may want
to visit www.mindmax.com.sg to know a little more. I intend to modify certain portions of the training protocol to
suit senior citizens who may worry about the onset of dementia. 

What I have in mind is not something commercial, but a social outreach—with trainers (SHC members) going
down to centres or elderly groups to train the centre helpers to run these programs.
So, it remains for me to size up how many SHCian are interested to do such
social outreach programs.

James

May Woo * (ServiceWorks Pte Ltd) accepted as a Corporate member

Hi May,

I am pleased to accept you as a Corporate member of SilverHairsClub.  You joined SHC in July 2008 as an individual member.  As a corporate member, you are welcome  to invite members to participate in the activities of your company, and have the support of the SilverHairsClub.

Thank you and I look forward to the creative initiatives from yourself and the company.

Terence Seah 

 

"Dear Terence,

We spoke briefly on the subject of Corporate Membership during the March Monthly Gathering at Hans Cafe, ParkMall. 

We are writing to introduce ourselves, ServiceWorks Pte Ltd. 

ServiceWorks Pte Ltd is a local company in the business of service consulting and training.  We are a company of professionals, each specialised in our own fields to provide a comprehensive slew of consulting, training and coaching services in the area of Service Excellence.  Our consultants specialise in formulating service strategies, developing service systems, crafting integrated service roadmaps, designing and delivering comprehensive Service Excellence training programs. 

We will be embarking on an exciting journey to help boost service standards and raise productivity of SMEs with government fundings that will be launched in June 2012.  

As a Corporate Member of the SilverHairsClub, we hope we would be able to offer short term or regular job opportunities for your members. 

Looking forward for a favourable reply. 

For more information on ServiceWorks Pte Ltd, please log in to http://www.serviceworks.com.sg/aboutus.php

May Woo 

Badminton at Bukit Gombak stadium

Hi all.. the bookings for the courts at Bukit Gombak stadium is rather erratic – sometimes Thursdays, sometimes Fridays – because we can’t predict the enthusiasm of the public who sometimes choped/booked the courts before we do .. (sigh..) So, for next week, booking is on 18th May, Friday and then the following week, it will be Thursday, 24th May, at the same time of 10.00am to 11.00am. The regular group will be reminded via SMS but all are welcome to join. Cheers

Taiwan TV drama “Night market life” – Why I like watching this series?

Whenever I am in Singapore on a Sat or Sun, I would rush home to keep a date with the TV drama LOVE. Now that the series has ended, I found another one "Night Market Life".  Never been so dedicated about such Peyton Place"  type shows until this late age of my life. When I travel and I have the time, I would try to watch the drama online 1-2 hours via XinMSN, but nowadays, it is not possible to view them due to territory restrictions.  But, this part of my life is not what I want to share with you.

I find these dramas very down to earth.  They are always about people, and always about love and jealously. In Night Market Life, the show starts with the actors and actresses as young kids, and finally now the kids have grown to adults.  The boys and girls get to know one another, got married and continue their adult life journey. Along the way, they find someone exciting, and make effort to spend time with the new found friend.  And, soon the relationship gets stronger, and good or bad, right or wrong, a new bond exists between people.

I am one of those in this group.  That’s how I got into my second relationship.  I still dare not say if I was right or wrong.  During the change, I had such a strain on my life, that some or especially my female friends called me all kinds of names, with nasty attachments.  But what can I do?  It’s done and life must go on.  I treasure what I have today and have not regretted it since.

As I get older, my outlook of life changes.  I tend to see human beings as chickens in the farm or fishes in the aquarium.  We run around or swim around, and we meet many other people.  In Night Market Life, the starting of all the different relationships are always sweet and pleasant.  Then, very quickly, life changes for all the actors and actresses.  Soon, one or both parties suffer.  Who is right and who is wrong?  As TV viewers, do we have the right to condemn him or her?

Allow me to share with you how I feel.  Neither do I condemn, nor do I bother myself.  I feel I have no right to say whether she is wrong or he is wrong.  I do not feel it is right to intervene, interfere or dissuade either parties. In a TV drama, there will always be an ending.  The actors and actress are far away from me.

So, why do I crazily watch these dramas?  Because they are a reality in human lives, that’s why.  This is my personal view, hope you respect it’s my view.  Agree or disagree, I only hope we all respect the actions and decisions of fellow members.

Feel free to express your views and give your comments.  I just read that Obama administration is in favour of gay marraiges.  I just cannot believe it.  By the way, I am still a no Saint.

Terence Seah 

 

 

Got an urge to fly a kite? May 19 (Saturday)

Those of you who are wondering wat to do on a picnic day may consider flying a kite. We are not talking of spending money to buy one. What we want to do is to make our own kite. Anyone out there good at making kites. A simple kite to make can be from paper or plastic.emoticon

We going to make it full of fun at the picnic day. Indicate here if you can make a kite and let fly it together. While we were young most may not have such an opportunity to fly a kite. So, let’s do it here.emoticon

If you are cracking your head how to make a kite, try googling.emoticon

The date is May 19, 2012.

Danemoticon

Band looking for a Drummer

We get together to jam in the afternoon at Pasir Ris on a weekday. So you need to be a retiree to engage in this pastime. The room where we make our music is air-conditioned and we play the oldies made popular by Elvis, Cliff, Shadows, Eagles etc. We have the full set of hardware – drums, guitars and amplifiers – so you just need to bring yourself. If you think you can be part of our outfit please drop me a note at itti16@singnet.com.sg. It’ll be a pleasure to hear from you.

Thailand – a driving and coastal trip in June 2012

Again, I dont have the dates.  Likely dates are Jun 9, 10 and 11, or 16, 17, 18, all dates inclusive.  Do read on. But, dont buy your tickets yet.  I can only confirm around 28 May.

As usual, all my trips are disorganised, so I dont really know anything until we get into the car. 

June is a hot month, but it can be just as fun.  This time, we are going on a driving holiday; which means participants drive, and i sit on the left side of the car.  Dont worry about the road signs, they usually have English text.  As long as you have a Singaporean licence, can can.

Like May, we shall have a coastal trip, scenic and romantic.  We get to drive along the coastal roads, stop where we like, eat when we feel like it and rest, when it is time.  You must have a Singapore licence.  Dont worry as I will sit next to you, and take over when you are tired.

The journey will cover most of where the May group will travel on.  We will cover places where the van would not want to travel to.  Food wise, simple and local.  Language, we try in whatever thai you know. Bring your camera, as  you are not likely to capture the scenes with any organised tours.  No cockroaches, as most would have die or killed by the may group.

Where we stay, you have to be game.  We see a place, we like it, we stay.  If not, we drive on.  Cost wise, it will be slightly more than travelling via a van, as the car is shared among 4 people, instead of 8 to a van.  At most, we will have two cars.  Likely cost per car is Baht 1,800 per day, fuel excluded.

We should have a mixed participation of 4 men and 4 women; not 2 men and 6 women.

Preference to participate will always be given to those who register before 20 May 2012.

Terence Seah 

 

Registration:

 

  1. Terence Seah
  2. Jassmine Teo
  3. Caroline Gee
  4. Janie Leong
  5. Sock Cheng
  6. Eileen Ang
  7. Eyvonne Chew
  8. Lydia Chin
  9. Alan Ang

 

How to play the guitar, for beginners?

Every since I was a school boy, I had always wanted to play the guitar.  Today, 30 years later, I still cannot play the guitar.  I had bought a guitar, played it for a few days, and then, I forgot where it was.  Recently, I met a couple of friends, during dinner, and I was impressed by a 60 year old member, who could play the guitar, and was playing old songs that we all like, same age lah.  So, I am now hot up to learn how to play the guitar.

Dementia is a serious concern, although it can affect all oldies.  We forget our parents, the names of our children and where we left that gold coin.  In SHC, I learn that two kinds of activities can delay the onset of dementia.  One is learning a new language, the other is playing a musical instrument.  Of course, there is mahjong and soduko.

Well, I determine this time to learn how to play the guitar.  First, I bought a guitar song book of old songs.  Second, I subscribe to an online video of a series of "How to play the guitar" for USD 19.  All done in one day.  My next step is to look out for a second hand guitar, suitable for strumming.  Maybe if Jassmine permits in her online fleamart, I can advertise to buy an used guitar.  I like to buy it this week.

What I hope to do is to attract other like-minded Silverhairs to join me in this dementia delaying activity.  Then we can meet once in a while, somewhere and play together.  I have decided to go for online training because I don think I can find a patient teacher, and also I can practise and play at my own time.

Anybody else, like to go along the same line as me.  Helpers would be appreciated, in forming small groups.  A chance to teach an old bird how to sing.

Terence Seah

SHC Registration list for an online beginners group (Guitar strumming):

  1. Terence Seah – a real beginner.
  2. Caroline Gee – beginner, wants to sing along
  3. Tang May – Picked up guitar before, stop and restarting.
  4. Johnny Pow – Played guitar during school days, and formed a band.
  5. Andrew Yeung – mid level
  6. Bobby Bok – sounds more than a beginner
  7. Lina Ng – beginner, at least has a junior and senior guitar
  8. Yew Kwong – beginner
  9. Karen Thio – beginner
  10. Andrew Yeung – mid level
  11. HC Lee – mid level
  12. Ann Giri – got a guitar from son, sounds like a beginner
  13. Celia Ng – sounds like more than a beginner.
  14. ..
  15. ..

 

Super Tuesday (June 26) Concert Live at Arena of Stars Genting

Hi All SHCians,

Annie Tan and me is going to watch Concert Live at Stars Genting on 26 June
(Tuesday).

The last Live Concert at Genting Highland we watched was two months
ago. Its seating capacity for 6.000 people at the Arena were all taken
up.

Yes we do also go to the casinos and to the lounge listening to
philipinos band (the three ladies singer’s voice really powerful).

On the second day we book a cap to Chinatown in KL and shop at Petronas
tower.

This time we will leave Singapore on 26 June (Tues) and return 28 June
(Thu)

For two nights accommodations at First World Hotel Deluxe Room (Twin sharing
basis) the cost is S$78.00/pax which also include:

1. Two way coach transfer Singapore – Genting – Singapore by CEO Silver/Gold
Cruise.
   
2. Daily Buffet Breakfast at First World
Cafe

3. One Concert Ticket – 26th June 2012

4. Coach Travel Insurance by ACE Insurance

NOTE: This package is only for member of Resort World Genting. However you
can easily applied for one on the day of booking. This is free like
joining SHC. :)

For your information you can choose to take the coach at the following
location (must let them know on the day of booking)

0600 – Ang Mo Kio Blk 710, Tampines MRT (Exit B) or Pungol (Coral Edge LRT
Exit B)

0615 – Woodlands (Causeway Point) or Bukit Timah Plaza or Bedok (Ex-Princess
Cinema)

0630 – Choa Chu Kang (Outside Gain City) or Bukit Panjang Plaza or Clementi
MRT (Exit A Taxi Stand) or Bishan Blk 511

If you like to go for this trip, please let me know your prefered
pick-up point and I will email you the tour operator contact and the
information on the concert.

Cheers and stay healthy!emoticon

 

Marvel superheroes!

When I was young, collecting Marvel comics was an obsession to me. Each month I would head for Marshall Rd where a stall is displaying all the titles. At that time a copy cost about 35 cents butl now a copy would cost as much as five dollars each.emoticon

I am fascinated with all the characters portrayed in the comics books. My favourites are Daredevil, Thor, The Fantastic Four, Silver Surfer, Black Panther, Nick Fury agent of Shield and the X-men. I was just a boy then and without fail i would collect all the different titles. The colors and excitement presented in the comics was a constant delight to me.emoticon

I would go down various places in town especially the mama stalls where all the titles are on sale. I was by then a collector and laying my hands on whatever titles was on sale. If I run out of money I would dip into my late father pocket without his knowledge.emoticon

How many of you out there are fans of Marvel comics? Share with us your fantasies. I am thinking of organising a group to watch ‘the Avengers’ together, anyone keen?emoticon

Danemoticon

Balloon IG (Interest Group), Workshop #4, Wed, 16 May 2012

Balloon IG (Interest Group)

  • Workshop #4 at Kim Tian West RC
  • Date: Wed, 16 May 2012
  • Time : 8 pm to 10 pm.
  • Meeting venue : Block 118A Kim Tian West RC, #01-143, Jalan Membina, Singapore 101118.
  • $3 for material for basic sculpture. If sculpture get complicated, share cost of material for balloon.
  • $3 for a flat balloon pump, $4.50 for a 260 pump. $6.00 for 160 pump

How to go there : Take a MRT Train to Tiong Bahru. Cross the road at Tiong Bahru Plaza. Walk straight, keep left path. you will see a school. Then a coffee shop at block 26. Cross the road you will see block 118. Two to three block you will see Block 118A. Its about 8 to 10 mins walk.

  • Max 15 Participants.
  • If you are interested, please register here or email at me: sylviaang38@yahoo.com.
  • Please transfer $3 to my POSB saving bank account 048-20982-3.  Please sms me or email me once you have transfer the money and keep the ATM receipt for verification.

Those interested and confirmed coming please bring a big plastic bag or a foldable laundry basket (you can get from Mustafa, Level 4, Household Dept, Lane 5, or any local shop) to put your balloon sculptures, bring a pen, a black, red, blue, yellow, blue and green marker (you can get from Popular Book store), a scissor and if you have balloon pump please bring along.

  • Bring camera to take picture of the balloon sculptures.
  • We meet 3rd Wed of the month from May 2012 onwards.

Our balloon IG, workshop #1 on 29 Feb was a great success. 15 participants turned up.  They learnt basic twisting techniques, make a balloon basic dog, pirate sword, and intermediate balloon flower and an advance balloon ocuptus.

Our Balloon IG, workshop #2, 28 March, we have 12 members. They learnt 3 turtles and 5 petal flowers to pinch twist. 12 Members turned up for Balloon IG, workshop #3, 25 April 2012. They learnt Sunflower for mother’s Day Special.

EC – Sylvia Ang

Registration :

  1. Sylvia Ang – EC
  2. Ann Lim
  3. Irene Seet
  4. Sally Kang
  5. Karen Thio
  6. Janie Leong

  7. And 5 other non-SHC members.

    CLICK here to view photos 

Blood donation

Hi all.. Does SHC have a regular blood donation group? I think there was a posting early this year about blood donation but i cannot locate it. Is anyone interested to spearhead this on a regular basis – 3 to 4 times a year SHC meeting at HSA Outram Road blood donation centre? 

Monthly Cycling @ Ponggol – Saturday, 19 May 2012 (AM)

Dear Cyclists     emoticon

This month’s cycling, Ivan will be leading us again.

The details are :     

  • Date : 19 May2012 (Saturday)
  • Place to meet first : Blk 401 Hougang Ave 8, KPT 24hours Kopitiam
  • Carparks : For those driving, please park your car at the free carpark at Ponggol Park itself (limited lots) or at Blk 401 HDB Carparks (normal charges applies).  This carpark is no longer free but barrier parking system as verified by the recce group on 5 May (Vesak Day).

    Timing as follow :

  • 08:15am to 08:45am – Meet at KPT 24hrs Kopitiam, Blk 401 Hougang Ave 8 for those who wants breakfast.
  • 08:45am – Proceed with own bike or walk to the Ponggol Park Bicycle Rental Kiosk
  • 08:50am – Select rental bicycles for those who need one.
  • 09:00am – Start of cycling event.
  • 11:15am – End of cycling event.
  • 11:15am to 01:00pm – Return rental bike,
  • Lunch and Catch-up time….at KPT 24hrs Kopitiam, Blk 401 Hougang Ave 8.     emoticon

    And the route shall be :

  • Starting point – Ponggol Park Bicycle Rental Kiosk
    – to Sungei Serangoon PC
    – to Ponggol Promenade Riverside Walk
    – to Ponggol Waterway – to Ponggol PC
    – to Ponggol Point Walk/Park/Jetty
    – and then back track to starting point.
    Total Distance : about 19km to 20km      emoticon

    See route map here: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/images/park_images/ParkConnectors/NERL_map.pdf

    Those coming, please bring your smiles, hat, sun-glasses, water-bottle, camera (and may be a disposable poncho too) etc. ….. apart from your own bike.   :))

p/s: I have no co-EO yet and also recce ride for route is this Saturday 05 May 2012.

EO – Ivan

Registration :

  1. Charles Chua
  2. Douglas Chan – own bike
  3. Eileen Ang
  4. Lily Ho
  5. Charles Wee – own bike
  6. Lawrence Lee
  7. Steven Chan
  8. Alan Ang
  9. Wendy Goh – own bike

  10. Eileen Thean

  11. CLICK here to view photos     emoticon

ONLINE FLEA MART – MAY 2012

  • The online flea mart for May is now
    open for advertisements. Please familiarize yourselves with the rules
    (refer to MARCH post) before placing an advertisement.
  • I would like to reiterate the
    rationale for setting up this online flea mart: It is to provide an
    opportunity for members     to sell (or give away) THEIR OWN THINGS.

  • An advertisement where the advertiser
    is acting the role of ‘middleman’ is NOT ALLOWED. NO COMPANIES may benefit, directly or indirectly, from this flea mart advertisement site.

Potluck Picnic at the Park – Saturday 19th May 2012

(This activity is in conjuction with May’s Monthly
Gathering.)

Dear fellow SHCians,

I have not organized any activity for quite some time and hopefully (crossing my fingers), some members will find the time, the day and the date of this Potluck Picnic convenient for them to join. My thanks to Dan Huang and Charles Chua for making the trip with me to recce the park on Monday 30th April’s morning. We have unanimously agreed on an excellent spot that is near the main road, bus stop and toilet facility. There is a sort-of shelter from the heat but not from the rain, lots of benches, grassy ground, trees and a lovely view of the cleaned-up Kallang River.

In my previous thread I received offers of help in provision of food and transportation from some members. I am very grateful for their kindness.

Details of this activity are as follow:-

  • E.O.s– Rosalind Lee, Dan Huang & Charles Chua
  • Day/Date    : Saturday 19th May 2012
  • Time           : 3.30 pm – 6.00 pm
  • Venue         : Meeting Point 2, Kallang Riverside Park
  • Map    : http://www.streetdirectory.com/asia_travel/travel/travel_id_19398/travel_site_1/

Meeting Point 2 is at the spot nearest to the pedestrian bridge linking the park to Crawford Street. If you look at the map, it is at the bottom left. There is a toilet facility near the spot we’re to meet.

What to Bring

  1. Yummy food or hot/cold drinks or disposable paper plates/cups/refuse bags. 
  2. A mat or plastic sheet if you prefer to sit on the grassy patches. 
  3. Foldable deck chairs if you have your own mode of transport.
  4. Hats/Caps/Umbrellas in case it rains…..:p

Members who are keen to join this activity will get to enjoy a relaxing afternoon picnicking with other members and taste the various dishes made/cooked/bought amidst serene surroundings.

Please register early stating what type of food you’ll be bringing. Kindly refrain from duplicating the same dish a member has already offered to bring (except for drinks/fruits).

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Registration List

  1. Rosalind Lee – assorted sandwiches
  2. Sam Goh – ponchos/fruits/SHC banner
  3. Susan CH Tan – Lor Bak; Khong Bak; Lor Nerng & rice
  4. Dolly Lim – Sam will bring extra share on my behalf lor..
  5. Lily Ho – bringing something
  6. Johnny Pow – sushi
  7. Annie Tan – as above
  8. Janie Leong – disposable paper plates/cups/refuse bag
  9. Gabriella Chua – finger foods, chicken nuggets
  10. Charles Chua – cakes
  11. Tan Li Li – fruits
  12. Winnie Tan – Brown rice vegetarian beehoon & maybe a fruit cak
  13. Pearl Wong – bringing something
  14. Kenneth Tan – fruit punch
  15. Dan Huang – fruits/drinks
  16. Thomas Loh – fruits & drinks 
  17. Judy Lim – egg tarts
  18. Shirleen Kao – titbits
  19. Dennis Tan – chicken wings
  20. Bobby Bok – bringing something
  21. Rose White – bringing something
  22. Christina Chan – bringing something
  23. Sarah Zahriah – mee goreng
  24. Grace Ng – bringing something
  25. Marge Tan – bringing something
  26. Ronald Lam – bringing something
  27. Ann Lim – bringing something
  28. Lilian Teo – onde onde
  29. Karen Ng- putu piring
  30. Barbara Lim – bringing something
  31. Winnie Lim – titbits
  32. Karen Thio – curry puffs
  33. Rosalind Soh – pineapples
  34. H.C. Lee – beer and nuts
  35. Sue Tan – kueh salat
  36. John Howe – chin chow
  37. Susan Tan SW – salad
  38. Oi Cheng – chwee kueh
  39. C.J. – as above
  40. Christina Phau – canned food
CLICK here to view Photos

CLICK here to view Revised Version 

 

Some attempt by member to post an activity are rejected, why?

The sounding is out to all members to at least put up an event or activities for fellow members to participate. The thing to consider is that there should be no advertisement of the company organising the trip. Some members do keep a lookout for such cheap day tour or trip overseas and want other members to join in so that there is ample opportunity to interact and have fellowship together.emoticon

A trip may be planned strictly for members whereas in other where non-member are involved, a co-ordinator is required. I know some members are frustrated when their attempt to post an activity are rejected after several try.emoticon

On the one hand much encouragement are put forward for members to step forward and be involve in organizing activities, yet we feel that some of their efforts are curbed. Can there be some flexibility? Without doubt some company names will be mentioned in any tours but if we look at the greater picture the advantages and benefits to our members far outweighed any other consideration.

Danemoticon

Monthly Walk: Jurong Lake (Park, Jurong Gdns), Sat 12 May 2012

Date:      Saturday,  12th May  2012

Time:       4.30pm (approx 2.5hrs)        

Meeting Place :    MRT Station – EW25 Chinese Garden, Exit A beside a ‘Cheers’ store

End of walk :    MRT Station – Jurong East EW24
                        Makan place – JCube, new shopping mall or JurongEast Mrt Kopi Tiam-food centre.  

EOs :    ChristinaCL Chan and Serene Low

Brief Description:    

Terrain is EASY for all ages.      
Bring your cameras – very scenic!
Toilet facilities — at MRT station EW25. Next available approx 30/45mins later,
                                  many available at the Jurong Gardens.
Rain or shine, we will be there!

This month, let’s go West!
In the past years, it is rare that our monthly walks is towards this direction.

Where?  in this highly urbanized city we lived in to find a place that flows with greenery, peace, calm and
Serenity…. A gem in the West, of pristine beauty –  Jurong Lake and its Gardens!    emoticon

It is one of the "Destination Parks"  that will get a massive makeover – expect significant development that
will transformed it into the next big suburban commercial hub.

Let us troop down to Jurong Lake, a 70ha freshwater lake and reservoir to enjoy its breathtaking view
before the day draws near where this area is further enhanced, changed forever!    emoticon

Along the perimeter of Jurong Lake, a landscaped sanctuary Park was completed in 2006.  
Pause,  take in the sights across glistening waters ……    see families, friends chatting under shade of
trees, strolling at leisure in the park,  children frolic around with laughter, kite flying, fishing……
uhmmm…… breathe in,  to energize the following week’s hustle and bustle.
Look out for clusters of older banyan tress where their aerial prop roots spread out laterally like a small
fence along certain fringe of the lake, where the trunks are covered with an orangy hue – rarely found
or seen in Singapore.  

As one stroll into one of the Jurong Gardens found within the Lake, time stood still in nostalgia……….
step onto the ‘Pai Hung Ch’iao’ Bridge, the white rainbow, 13-Arch Bridge;  though this bridge is shorter
than the famous 17-Arch Bridge at the Summer Palace in Peking, it still maintains the magnificent
architectural design of a typical beautiful bridge found in China.

Stay cool Be cool!        emoticon

Our Walk Team EOs: Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Serene Low, Conrad Tang,  Lydia Soh  and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,, signing off

REGISTER HERE

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2    June Tan
3    Tan Li Li
4    Jane Chua
5    Susan CH Tan
6    Barbara Lim
7    Lee Thean Hor
8    Toon Tong Wai
9    Gabriella Chua
10    Primrose Kok
11    Mega Abdullah
12    Winnie Tan
13    Jimmy Tsin
14    Janie Leong
15    Philip Wee
16    Priscilla Wee
17    Lydia Soh
18    Terry Tang
19    Tan Chui Kheng
20    Erik Teo
21    Alice Seah
22    Christina Pan
23    Johnny Pow
24    Annie Tan
25    Tan Chor Suan
26    Eileen Ang
27    Mdm Ah Ting
28    Ang Choon Lan
29    Evelyn Ong
30    Catherine Chong
31    Grace Ng
32    Pauline Khoo
33    Seok Cheng
34    Serene Low
35    ChristinaCL Chan
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Braddell CC Social Dance Sat 12 May 2012 (6.30-10.00pm) $5 per person

Dear Friends

There will be a Social cum Line Dancing Nite at the Braddell CC.  Come join in the fun in dancing or fellowshipping with other SHC members.

This is a EC event, non-SHC members are welcome!       emoticon

  • Venue :  Braddell CC (behind Serangoon MRT)
  • Date  :  Saturday, 12 May 2012
  • Time  :  6.30 – 10.00 pm
  • Cost  :  $ 5.00 per person (include entry fee and light refreshment)

Live Band "Evergreen" led by Charles Cher – a fellow SHC member.

You may purchase your ticket at the entrance on that night or register here to reserve tickets.

Registration :

  1. Lily
  2. Dolly
  3. Ah Nee
  4. Thomas
  5. Peri
  6. Mega
  7. Jane Tan
  8. …………. any more?

EC – Lily & Charles Cher      emoticon

Badminton coming Sunday – May 6,2012

For the last two Sunday, 2 hours were booked at Safra Mount Faber and Bukit Merah CC but nobody turn up. Yesterday I did not book at all as I felt I am banging my head on the wall, instead I joined another group from 5:30-5:30pm and had a pretty good workout. emoticon

The thought was in my mind to let it go but I still have the belief that there are still many of us out there who really need the exercise. Anyone can do it whether you a a novice or a good player, take it like going for a brisk walk.

This Sunday May 6, 2012 I booked for an hour from 12.00-1,00pm

Venue: Safra Mount Faber.

Dan emoticon

3-4 days enjoying Thailand’s coastline in May or June 2012

May/June, we have the school holidays.  The weather is terribly hot; and the ideal clothes are either thin cotton or nothing.  Although I am in Bangkok this one week, I shall be back there again in May and Jun.

I plan to take a rest and enjoy the beautiful coast, south of Bangkok, all the way from airport to Bang Saen, down to Chonburi, Pattaya and Rayong.  This will be all coastal, and the highlights, I think will be sea, sea, mountain views, simple steam or grilled seafood, beach chairs, coconut ice-cream, down to earth massages, fresh air and sea breezes blowing over face.  Guaranteed plenty of cockcroaches in 2-4 star huts and hotels. We can have squeeky microphone/Karaoke.

Likely, I can advise the dates I am available next week before 5 May.  It is be 3-4 days, 3 nights max.  I will try for a In Sat, out Mon/Tues.  Fares are usually lower these dates.  If total is less than 4 pax, I will drive.  If total is less than 8 or 9, we shall have a van.  I look forward to half boys and half girls on this trip.

If you like the sea, look out on this Post.  Interested, let me know yet.  If you miss this trip, there is always another chance every month.  There is no price, except that we share all costs, including one scoop of ice-cream and thai whisky.  You will love the sunset and the early morning dawn!

Terence Seah 

Confirmed participation:

1.  Laura Wee, Gingko Tay – 26 May SIN to BKK (TR2102) : depart SIN 0635 arrive BKK 0800; 30 May BKK to SIN (TR2109) : depart BKK 2005 arrive SIN 23302.

2a.  Mega Abdullah – 26May SIN/BKK TR2102 0635/0800; 30May BKK/SIN TR2109 2005/2330

2b.  Terence Seah – Haven’t book ticket. But will be in Friday and out Wed.

3.  Ah Nee, Molly – 26May SIN/BKK TR2102 0635/0800; 30May BKK/SIN TR2109 2005/2330

4.  Bira,  Norlinda – 26May SIN/BKK TR2102 0635/0800; 30May BKK/SIN TR2109 2005/2330

5.  James, Inez – Fri 25 May tr2106 dep 1100 arr 1215,Tue 29 May tr2109 dep 2005 arr 2330

Total 10 pax. Registration close.

April monthly gathering and future monthly gatherings

Dear members,

We are having difficulties getting members to run as EOs for the monthly gathering.  Juding from survey recently, the feedback indicates that most members would participate in the gatherings, if the activity or agenda is interesting.  But, at the same time, very few put up their hand to take the lead to do the monthly gatherings.

Perhaps, the time has come for the fixed regular monthly gatherings to be disbanded; and leave any monthly gathering to the initiatives of members.  When SHC was conceived, the platform to provide opportunities for SilverHairs to meet new friends was based on "Every one member has to organise one activity during the life of his/her membership".  However, this concept is difficult to follow through.  In fact, our feedback indicates that many members prefer to wait for someone else to organise activities, and they will participate only after all the hardwork has been done by the EOs/ECs.

Are we expecting too much from EOs?  Or should we relook at the concept and start looking at paying Event Organisers?  Maybe, this is another out of the box thinking.

Terence Seah

Badminton on Fridays at Bukit Gombak Stadium

Hi all.. the group of badminton players at Bukit Gombak stadium on Fridays would like to keep it a almost permanent fixture – that is, Friday 10.00am to 11.00 am.

We will continue to book on Fridays, same time and welcomes anyone interested to join. When the group stabilizes, i may not post on the site but will contact each other via SMS should there be any changes (such as going on holidays, courts not available etc).

Inez

IT Interest Group Venue for Monthly Discussion

Hello Terence and fellow members,

It is always our IT Interest Group (ITIG) wish to find a venue, easily accessible (with Wi-Fi) and in a quiet environment. Few venues are offered by fellow SHCians but the best so far, I found, is one of the function rooms in "Concern and Care Society", (CCS), located in Block 228, #01-45 Bukit Batok Central, Singapore 650228.

The details of discussion are as follows:

1) CCS will seek management approval to allow SHCians to conduct IT and computer related discussions in the above-mentioned premises. The room (air-conditioned) will be provided with tables & chairs, digital project, screen and Wi-Fi free of charge to SHCians.

2) The DAY/TIME suggested to CCS is the 3rd Tuesday of the Month and in the afternoon (2PM – 6PM).

3) Initially, I will provide ad-hoc, monthly discussion to all interested SHCians.

4) For hands-on, each participant will have to bring their lap-tops.

5) Per session class size will be 14 participants from SHC. Additional 6 members will come from CCS side. This will make up a class of 20 per session.

6) Structured courses will be organized at a later
stage. Most likely, it will be a weekly 2-hourly lessons and with a package of
12 weeks (12 lessons). A nominal fee, as a form of donation, (preliminary, I am thinking of $20 per
participant for 12 lessons) may be charged, for this structured course.

7) Those who are interested to be assistant
trainers or are willing to take over this ITIG, please reply on this post.

Hewlee

Alternative Lifestyle

Terence has advocated the Short Term Retirement Living
overseas. The post drew many comments and suggestions. However, there were many
proposals which are somewhat different from what Terence set to do. Having
discussed with him, he suggested that I lead a different platform to look at
these other suggestions and comments. He will continue to work on his project.

As such, I am starting this new post “Alternative Lifestyle”,
targeting those who may want short stays ( 1 month or less), and those who may
want to take exploratory step before deciding if they want to go on to Short
Term Retirement ( which would be 3 months or more overseas stay).

For those keen to participate in this, please click on this
link and fill the survey form:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dElMVDF6SDRXd1BTOHdtRGM2blpSRGc6MQ

The purpose of this
survey is to assess the views of those who are interested and the level of
involvement each member is keen. The results will be given only to those who
participate as the survey is the basis of organizing an interest group for this
alternative lifestyle project. 

James Koh

Dancing at Kovan Jam this Friday, 27 Apr 2012

Dear all………

See you at Kovan Nite.!     emoticon

***Tickets for the event are available on the very evening***    emoticon

  • Date: Friday, 27 Apr 2012
  • Time: 7.00 pm – 10.00 pm
  • Fee: $3.00  with Mineral water
  • Venue: Paya Lebar Kovan CC (Multi-purpose air-cond Hall)
  • Blk. 207, Hougang Street 21

Ah Nee, Event Co-ordinator   emoticon

Those coming :

  1. Ah Nee
  2. Lily Ho
  3. Dolly Lim
  4. Janie Leong
  5. Laura Wee
  6. Thomas Loh
  7. Peri
  8. Gingko Tay
  9. John Howe
  10. Yatsing
  11. Eileen Thean
  12. Bobby Bok
  13. Lydia Chin
  14. Richard Hee
  15. Gabriella Chua
  16. Patrick Oei
  17. Linda
  18. Molly
  19. Joe Leow
  20. Bessie Lam
  21. Terry Tang
  22. Anymore coming ……

Proposed Picnic Site

Hello fellow SHCians!

I plan to organize with the help of a couple of other members, a picnic in the month of May or July. June is out as it is a school holiday month. I did some research and I am picking the Kallang River Park as the first venue for SHC’s first? Picnic.

The day will most probably be on a Saturday afternoon.

I hope to get some responses and if I can form a group of at least 8 members, I will proceed to set up a post with the day/date
firmed up.

Picnics are relaxing activities where we can chit-chat, play some board games and enjoy kueh kueh, sandwiches, cakes, etc
(light snacks). The purpose of holding a picnic is basically to build and foster stronger relationships amongst members of SHC.

This is the site I picked. I will recce the place as soon as I get the ‘thumbs up’ from you guys to go ahead.

http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/index.php?option=com_visitorsguide&task=parks&id=19&Itemid=73

Cheers

Ros

Things we will miss

 

My maid broke the last bottle of water-based hair liquid I have. I have visited 5 stores but they don’t sell them anymore. All the hair cream at the stores are Super Hard, Extra Firm Gels that keeps your hair straight  up if you want them. The young men now keeps their hair upright and disorderly. The manufacturors thinks older men either have no money or have no hairs to comb.

Maybe I should try the gels. My few strands of white hair will stay straight up for a few hours if I buy the XXXtra Hard Hair Gel. The only thing is I will feel like an old idiot.