SilverHairsClub

My friend, Grace, introduced me to
this club and I registered as a member a few months ago. I’ve yet to
participate in any of the club’s activities and hope to do so sometime soon.
Also, I’d log into the website more frequently when I have the
username & pw.
 
I’ve been in this planet for more than half a century already but still
working and my work requires me to travel at times. However, as I ‘d
not have another half a century more to go, I’d like to seek out
like-minded friends to share some common hobbies/activities together. I love to
sing, dance, swim, travel, cook (and of course, eat) and cycle. I only learn how
to ride a bicycle this year (haha) and hope to keep at it till I can’t anymore.
Hope to meet you fellow members someday.
 
Happy National Day
Wendy

Dear friends,

I worked in aircraft engineering industry and retired as operations manager with MOE for 14 years. Member of the Friend of Child and part time counsellor. Freelancing as trainer and giving tuition. Married for 35 years and had 2 daughters 31 and 30 working as a lawyer and teacher.

Love to sing and dance and plays a guitar. Member of Friend of the Child and part time counsellor and giving tuition to primary and secondary level.

Hope to work overseas and travel at the same time during the retiring years. Had done freelance trainer in various modules.

Jeffrey Wong

Hi SilverHairs,

My name is
Teresa Hwang

I am working as a Finance Executive with Economic Development
Board.  My hobbies are jogging, singing, listening to music,
going to movie, and swimming.

Teresa 

Hi everybody, 

Even I haven’t been to any of the Silverhairs events, because of my absence from Singapore, I have the desire to one day join in.

I give you below my introduction followed by what I would like to contribute to the club activities: I am a single Singaporean Indian, never married and have been away from Singapore for more than 20 years.

Am 59 years of age now. I have been in the corporate world for a good number of years, working in Singapore and overseas.  Have also worked as an English teacher.  Togetherwith my work life, I have always done volunteer work as I like to help people.

In Singapore I was in the Secretaries Club  in the education wing.  Was a Volunteer Probation Officer with Sana, for drug addicts and later got promoted to Counsellor going to the prisons to work with the inmates. Also assigned to the Juvenile girls home. I am also currently a Raja Yoga teacher (volunteer). Have established Centres in Singapore, Seoul (South Korea) and currently in Kuching where I am still running a Centre there.

I facilitate the following programmes: Positive Thinking courseBK Self Managing Course and Raja Yoga Meditation Course.  I offer all these courses for free.  So if you are interested for the members, I will be most happy to do it for them.  Just let me know.

I am seriously planning to return to Singapore but it will take awhile.

Kamala Rao

Hi Cycling Enthusiasts 

Just to keep this cycling event alive

As usual:

• 4.00 pm – meet at McDonald@ECP
• 4.30 pm – proceed to rent bike
• 6.30pm- return bike
• 7 pm :dinner time

Bike rental :$5-6

Route : To Bedok Reservoir via  Siglap PCN

Please register if you are coming

1. Douglas
2. Lily
3. Dolly
4. Janie
5. Andrew Y
6. John H
7. Daisy Y
8. Ah Nee
9. Veronique
10. Audrey W
11. Peggy Tan
12. Wendy Goh
13. Kum Hong
14. Caroline G
15. Charles C
16. Patrick Koh
17. Veronica Tan
18. Joyce Tan

Photo : http://s377.photobucket.com/albums/oo215/dougchan/Monthly%20cycling%20-%2020%20Aug%202011/

Have a relaxing afternoon with Hi-Tea Buffet and dancing all the way. 
And what’s more…. we have Jeffrey Gan as DJ.

So, come join us on 30th August 2011 (Hari Raya Puasa) :

Venue : The Tanjong, NTU Alumni Club, 11 Slim Barracks Rise, 8th Floor

Time : 1 pm to 6.00 pm

Ticket Price : $20/- only per person

There will be lucky draw as well.  You may just be lucky and win
something on this festive holiday.

Interested members, please register as usual and remit your payment to POSB
a/c 104-01814-9 (a/c name : Lee Lai Kean).

Always fun loving,

Irene Lee, EC

1. Gabriella Chua

2. Irene Lee

3. Jeffrey Gan

I am a Certified Professional Trainer and Coach, IPMA UK as well as a
clinical nutritionist. I just turned 50 this year and very excited about
entering into my third stage of life.

My desire for this next phase in my life is to impact more Silver Haired
people like me so we can make full use of our years ahead, enjoy ourselves to
the max and if we haven’t done so, start pursuing our passions and fulfilling
our purpose.

I was a writer and editor by profession, used to run a women’s mafazine
until I retired in 1997. Today I run 2 companies called Image Coach
International and Health Coach International – where we provide training and
coaching to corporate clients.

My latest hobby is building websites, so I can monetise my passion – which
is writing and sharing! As a nutritionist, I also do talks and workshops
teaching people how to eat healthily, enjoy what they eat.

These are some of the topics I can volunteer to speak on:

1. Cell Defense – Top 10 Anti-Aging Foods

2. Turning Passion to Profit

Jessica See

I am Ann Er working in Ministry of Home Affairs Hq, doing procurement. I like
to watch Chinese TV programmes. I am a regular (all Sundays) walker @
Macritche Reservoir.

Regards,

Ann Er

I’m Pauline Koo presently working full time as a nurse in a clinic. Hence, I
have very little precious time left for activities much as I like to join you
all. I like to join group activities, maybe one day when I take a day off from
my work, I’ll meet up with you people. I’ll look through your activities and
let you know. Sometimes, your venue is inconvenient for me as I’m staying in
Jurong East.

Cheers,

Pauline

Last year I had the opportunity of watching a ‘Ker Tai’ performance at Choa Chu Kang cemetery. There were 3 lorries decorated with brighly coloured lights and each had its own sound system. The performers were beautiful girls with little cloths. They sing on top of the lorries while the convoy parades among the tombs in the cemetery. I knew then that ghost are horny and they will remain quiet if we satisfy them at their premises.

I am looking out for them this month. I am also horny.

Do you believe in ghost? I have never seen one despite looking out for them. The nearest I  get to them is someone who knows someone who have seen one.

During this month,  they are suppost to be all over Singapore, so I am watchful….for the ghost, not the scantily dressed ‘Ker Tai’ singers.

Hi everybody at SHC.

I have just joined SHC and so far I took part in only one event, that dance
nite at Paya Lebar Kovan CC. I read about the dance practice at Braddell
and drama classes with Pearl Wong and I would like to participate in these
activities but do not know the where and when. Can someone fill me in?

I am a retiree in my late fifties. I have many interests like swimming,
cooking, housekeeping, travelling and cross-stitching. Dancing and drama
are interesting to me and I hope to be able to them

Wendy Koh

THIS POST is posted on behalf of Charles Wee who is away;  he will be back to lead this walk!    

Date    13th August , Saturday 4.30pm 

Duration: approx 2.5 – 3hrs, depending on pace.

Meet:    Near taxi stand at Bishan Road  (just outside Bishan MRT)

Walk leaders:  Charles Wee & ChristinaCL Chan

After our strenuous railway walk last month, we shall now do an easy  walk for August. 
The Walk begins from Bishan MRT towards the nearby Sports Complex ,  along a canal which is actually the beginning of the Kallang River .

This walking route which ends at Potong Pasir , takes us  past the Bishan MRT depot, underneath the CTE , across the overhead bridge at Braddel Road  and towards St Andrew’s School.

On the way, if lady luck smiles on us,  we  may spot some cranes feeding in the "Sungei"/river and some small time fishermen hoping to get a bigger "catch"  than what is possible.

Nearer to Potong Pasir,  the canal broadens into a river. The scenery here is very peaceful and picturesque,,,,  R  E  L  A  X  I  N  G !   Try your photographing skills  to capture somebeautiful shots! 

We will soon reach the well known Sri Sivadurga temple after crossing the bridge over the river.  Opposite the temple is a coffee shop, famous for its freshly made  paos and siewmais.  Ideal for a short  Rest&Refreshment before we proceed to Potong Pasir MRT where we will end our walk.

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,Conrad Tang and ChristinaCL Chan.

REGISTER HERE!

1. CHARLES CHUA
2. GABRIELLA CHUA
3. JUNE KOH
4. IVAN LIM
5. KH LEONG
6. KH LEONG’s wife
7. JUNE TAN
8. DANNY LYE
9. CHAN YUET YIN
10. ANDREW YEUNG
11. AUDREY WONG
12. WINNIE K-TAN
13. HEW LEE
14. BERNIE CHUNG
15. LYDIA SOH
16. PENG PENG
17. JANIS HAN
18. CHARLES WEE
19. ChristinaCL CHAN
20. WENDY KOH
21. SERENE LEOW
22. ROBERT TAN
23. STEPHEN LOW
24. AARON HOW
25. JULIET ONG
26. MAGARET SOO
27. RONALD LEE
28. SEOK CHENG
29. DAISY PHUA
30. RICHARD WONG
31. PEGGY TAN
32. LILLIAN TEO
33. TAN SEOK WAH
34. MARGE TIAN
35. VERONICA WONG
36. SERENE LOW
37. TIM LIU
38. ANNA LEE
39. HENRY ONG
40. ANDREW KOH

Photos by Charles Wee and Danny Lye

Hi

I actually joined the SHC club 4 years ago at the age of 42, but realised
that member must be above 45. Today received an email from SHC and thought
perhaps it is time to introduce myself and see if I can get participate in many
of the interesting activities.

I hope to spend more quality time with family, meet old friends and
make new friends. Like to cycle, play golf, jogging, swimming etc. Not sure if
my introduction will get published anyway let’s give a try.

Regards

Kiat

Yes, I would like to be introduced to fellow SHCians.

I’m 62 yrs young, having worked in the Hotel Industry and American MNCs and
am semi-retired.  Time and activities had always been centered around
family and kids until, unfortunately, recently divorced. As a result, am
beginning to feel a bit lonely and even deserted.

Interest includes: traveling, reading, swimming, yoga, Karaoke and social
dancing.  Every Thurs is now spent learning ballroom Waltz with a dance
group at Paya Lebar Kovan cc.

Would like to travel and dance into my twilight yrs! Cheers.

Joe Leow

Our 1st all Mandarin event "One night in Chinatown" is confirmed as follows:

• Date: Sat 10 Sep 2011
• Time:  5.30 pm to 10.30 pm
• Venue:  Kovan cc, walking distance to Kovan MRT
• Number of pax:  50.  We may increase the number, at a later date. Current plan is for 50 80 pax)
• Cost:  $10 if paid on or before Aug 15, $15 after Aug 15.  31 Aug 2011.
• Theme:  Stage event with duets, group singing, songs and games, within dancing in front of the stage, traditional stalls, lanterns light-up, mid-autumn, moon-cakes, love, youth-at-heart and laughter).
• Stalls allowed, subject to meeting theme.  Closing date 15 Aug  2011 31 Aug 2011.
• Music:  We will be using the venue’s speakers, amplifier, and wireless mics.
• Seats:  This will be a standing event, with limited seats.  Empty seats can be taken by anyone.  No tissue paper chopping please.  Please do not bring big handbags, plastic bags, luggages, as this is a public place.
• Drinks:  No outside drinks or food.  Corkage charge to be borne by individuals.
• Dress:  Traditional Chinese wear.  Try to borrow, if you dont have one.
• Strictly for registered SHC members only.

Tentative Program:

• 1730 hr. Registration.  Please bring along your name tags.  Getting to know new friends, and meet old ones too.  Here, you may practise the SHC hug or the traditional Chinese "Two hands clasped together" and wishing one another "good health and best wishes".  Please do this in Mandarin.
• 1800 – 1900 hr.  Simple buffet dinner.  Food liaison with the venue handled by Lee Ah Nee.
• 1900 hr Lily Ho welcomes all guests.
• 1930 hr.  Songs and singing by Janet and Group, Drama by Pearl and team, Games by Dolly.
• 10.30 pm.  We close for the night.

Registration:

1. Terence Seah (EO)  (Paid 6.8.11)
2. Oi Cheng (Registration and payment)  (Paid 9.8.11)
3. Janet Chan (Songs and singing)  (Paid 6.8.11)
4. Boon Liang (Music equipment)  (Paid 6.8.11)
5. Lily Ho (Opening welcome and closing of event at 10.30pm)  (Paid 8.8.11)
6. Dolly Lim (Two stage-games)  (Paid 5.8.11)
7. Judy Lim  (Paid 3.8.11)
8. Daniel Chan  (Paid 9.8.11)
9. Pearl Wong  (Drama)  (Paid 8.8.11)
10. Richard Wong  (Paid 6.8.11)
11. Lilian Teo  (Paid 4.8.11)
12. Sam Huat  (Paid 5.8.11)
13. Janie Leong – Chinese compere for the night  (Paid 8.8.11)
14. Eileen Thean  (Paid 7.8.11)
15. June Koh  (Paid 2.8.11)
16. Lee Ah Nee  – Food cordination (Paid 6.8.11)
17. Caroline Gee  (Paid 5.8.11)
18. Bee Gek  (Paid 8.8.11)
19. Annie Loh  (Paid 6.8.11)
20. May Peh   (Paid 6.8.11)
21. Rena Wong  (Paid 6.8.11)
22. Charles Wee  (Paid 9.8.11)
23. Peggy Tan (Paid 4.8.11)  Charles Chua
24. Ann To  (Paid 6.8.11)
25. Perilla Liew  (Paid 7.8.11)
26. Freda Lim  (Paid 9.8.11)
27. Hou Chong  (Paid 6.8.11)
28. Lina Ng  (Paid 6.8.11)
29. Susan Chang  (Paid 7.8.11)
30. Ann Lim  (Paid 8.8.11)
31. Jassmine Teo  (Deco) (Paid 9.8.11)
32. Gabriella Chua  (Paid 9.8.11)
33. Joyce Kwok  (Paid 8.8.11)
34. Gingko    (Paid 9.8.11)
35. Clara Chay  (Paid 10.8.11)
36. Zariah Kassim  (Paid 10.8.11)
37. Linda Chang  (Paid 10.8.11)
38. Sally S C Tan  (Paid 10.8.11)
39. Allan Lim  (Paid 10.8.11) 
40. Lola Low    (Paid 10.8.11)
41. Audrey Wong  (Paid 10.8.11)
42. Sue Chan  (Paid 10.8.11) 
43. Cat Yeo  (Paid 10.8.11) 
44. Martin Lee  (Paid 10.8.11) 
45. Thomas Loh – Chinese compere for the night.  (Paid 10.8.11)
46. Wendy Koh  (Paid 10.8.11)
47. Wee Chin  (Paid 10.8.11)
48. Bira  (Paid 11.8.11)
49. Eileen Lee   (Paid 11.8.11)
50. Lydia Chin  (Paid 11.8.11)
51. Eyvonne Chew  (Paid 11.8.11)
52. Sockie   (Paid 11.8.11)
53. Marg Tian   (Paid 12.8.11)
54. Irene Poh   (Paid 12.8.11)
55. Ronald Lam   (Paid 12.8.11)
56. Bobby Bok   (Paid 12.8.11)
57. Amy Ko   (Paid 12.8.11)
58. Fred Heng   (Paid 12.8.11)
59. Catherine Koh   (Paid 13.8.11)
60. Joy Chuang   (Paid 13.8.11)
61. Dan Huang   (Paid 13.8.11)
62. Geok Suan   (Paid 13.8.11)
63. Shirleen Kao   (Paid 14.8.11)
64. Margaret Soo   (Paid 14.8.11)
65. Agnes Low   (Paid 14.8.11)
66. Yatsing   (Paid 14.8.11)
67. Tim Liu   (Paid 14.8.11) + 2 boxes of double yolk mooncakes
68. Ronnie Sow   (Paid 15.8.11)
69. Eunice Tay   (Paid 15.8.11)
70. Jeremy Lee   (Paid 15.8.11)
71. Peggy Ong   (Paid 15.8.11)
72. Cindy Wee   (Paid 15.8.11)
73. Frankie Wong   (Paid 18.8.11)
74. Bernie Chung   (Paid 18.8.11)
75. Jacqueline Han   (Paid 19.8.11)
76. Lina Tan    (Paid 22.8.11)
77. Kent Chan    (Paid 24.8.11)
78. Frisna Tan    (Paid 24.8.11)
79. Bessie Lam   (Paid 31.8.11)
80. Andrew SP   (Paid 31.8.11) 
81. Phil Wong   (Paid 1.9.11)

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!

Photos by Dan & Sockie

I wonder how Sinigapore has become one of the fastest elderly
growing population in the world.  Either our medical system has
enabled the elderly to live longer or we just eat good food, and live longer
than our grand-parents.  The baby boomers are reported to be
richer and will be better financially than future generations.  Our
age group is believed to be better prepared for old age and retirement.

Many of us have some form of personal life and
health insurances.  I like to raise this topic for discussion, so
that all of us get a chance to share what we know or dont know about the
insurance policies we have kept somewhere under our pillows.

Let’s focus on personal, health and accident policies. 
Keep out corporate insurance. 

This topic can be sensitive, especially those policies
paid out of our CPF.  But, please stay cool.  I
hope we can benefit from better understanding of our insurance
policies.  Let’s talk about choices, differences of the different type
of policies.  Please do not copy wholesale from the web. 
Keep your comments short, and in easy understandable English or
Chinese. 

There may be some insurance experts around us, your
contribution is invited.  We share.

Terence Seah    

I was introduced to SilverhairsClub by my sister-in-law, Hamidah Ishak and my spouse, Danny Lye about a month ago. I have 2 sons and 3 dogs.  I have already attended JB Durian Trip in June and Railway Track Ramble in July and is looking forward to more activities in the future.

I am still working.  I love life itself and want to spend my time meaningfully.

I love to attend events on IT, travel, food, dog shows, church and charity activities.

My spare time is spend on my computer engaging and connecting with people surfing the internet as I do not like to gossip over the phone.

As I move on to my later years I still want to learn more new things, meet more new friends and gettting more exposures to life. 

June Tan

Hi, I am Eunice Tay and a new comer to Silver Hairs Club who juz join today. I hope to be able to meet and participate in the activities organized.

My interest are dancing, karoke, swimming, brisk walking, some not too strenous games.

Hope to hear from organizers.

Regards to all!
Eunice Tay

I am a homemaker, married with a son and a daughter. I use to work in admin.

My hobbies are traveling, baking, sewing and reading.

Regards
Maureen Juan

Hi Everyone at Silverhairs Club,

My name is Danny Lye. I have been registered with the Club recently about 1 month with the introduction from my sister-in-law, Hamidah Ishak. I have joined in 2 of its activities – Durian Trip to JB and the most recent Railway Track Ramble on 14 Jul 2011. Managed to get to know some new friends from the Club but not so “well known” yet to others, so I take this opportunity to introduce myself, hoping that down the road one day, we will meet and get acquainted.

I am a very simple man with love for pets especially dogs which I have 3. One is a Male Maltese, 2 Female – 1 Schnauzer and 1 Poodle. The oldest is my Poodle which is going to be 14 soon. My Schnauzer is 2 and Maltese is 4. I also like fishes and enjoy gardening and fishing too. I have roses, orchids and many other plants too. I am married with a beautiful wife, June Tan who is also a member of Silverhairs Club. She is my CFO while I am the Home Affairs Minister. I like to lead a quiet and peaceful life relaxing and taking life easy. I spent most of my time on my computer surfing websites downloading videos/movies, utilities, songs, etc. I also love photography which I own a Canon DSLR 60D with various lens. I often go shooting with friends to improve my skills. I do travel occasionally for holidays with my wife and enjoy shopping and “makan”. I also love to cook. That’s basically my simple introduction.

Hi Ladies of Leisure – This Fashion Show Interest Group is open to SHC Lady members who are 57yrs old onwards and are not working as I intend to have weekday afternoon sessions. Day & time depends on majority participants. My intention is to organise fashion show to entertain SHC members who attend our lunch or high tea. Those who can commit do respond. I love to hear from you.  Cheers,  Pearl Wong.    

SPECIAL WALK — RAILWAY TRACK RAMBLE 1 (RTR 1)

WHY walk on a weekday?  — relevant authorities said this trail  will be closed by 17Jul;
expect crowds to swarm the rail on weekends which will cause the rail to loose
its tranquility and rustic charm!

Date: 14 JULY 2011 (Thursday)

Start: 9.30am

Meet at : McDonalds, King Albert Park(road).

Getting there:
1) nearest MRT Station – Newton.  Walk to Bukit Timah Road (quite a no. of bus stops to destination),
take these buses – 66, 67, 74, 77, 151, 154, 157, 170, 171, 174, 563,852, 961, 970, 645.
2) Dover MRT take bus svc# 74 to Clementi Road, alight at Ngee Ann Poly, King Albert Park is across the road.

Distance: as far as you choose to ramble…                          
Want to get off the track? Look out for "Exits".

Leaders:  ChristinaCL Chan and Charles Wee.

           
*****Commute by bus, do allow sufficient travel and waiting time.  If member wish to leave
 for other appointment, appreciate U keep either EOs informed.

The Malaysian railway line (26km) that had operated through Singapore has given us a
wonderful GREEN Belt that runs across our little RED Dot from South to North.  The railway
have had sections that had been defunct dates as far back to 1903.  We might trek these
in future.

There is not much tijme left to revel and feast in this beautiful greenery, flora and
fauna, that you might not see elsewhere on our island.  We might catch glimpses of
animals and wildlife that resided inside this hugh tract of greenery.

I wish that this green corridor or at least certain tracts of the beautiful greenery
will be kept unthouched!  It certainly is a haven for us to escape from the hectic world
that we live in.

Our walk shall commence from a station, built in 1932 but now looked forlorn and quiet.
We shall head Southbound through Ulu Pandan / Holland / Buona Vista / Portsdown — this
being the easier track and an area that has hugh tracks of greenery; one of the more scenic
stretch along the Railway.

What is the trail like?
The train tracks are relatively easy to walk on OR if you prefer
Tread on granite stones flanking both sides of the rail OR
Walk on trodden paths, flanked by tall grass; narrow at some spots; uneven terrain,
climb over natural obstacles like fallen branches, logs or tree trunks.
Get to cross the "black heavy steel truss bridges, tunnels; without fear of the
warnings from air operated horns and whistles or the drone of an approaching train.

NOTE
Bring drinking water, poncho, hat, insect repellant, camera, binoculars(optional). 
Country roads might be narrow or slippery (trek pole or walking stick is a good aid;
Wear long pants
Shoes or track shoes are strongly recommended. 
No slippers/sandals as they are also an open invitation to insects/mosquitoes.
Bring a small torch light.

COME, with a sense of Adventure! expect the unexpected!               

Do not miss out on this BEAUTIFUL GREEN BELT!!!

REGISTER HERE

We ask for fine weather: a BBC = Beautiful Breezy Cloudy day, no rain!    

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always!

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!                  

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

The RAMBLERS,,,,

1.  Ginko Tay
2.  Ivan Lim
3.  Jane Chua
4.  Andrew Koh
5.  Danny Lye
6.  June Tan
7.  Danny Ong
8.  Grace Wong
9.  Ann Lim
10. Peter Goh
11. Ronald Lee
12. Jam
13. Goh Ah Lam
14. Richard Kee
15. Jane Kee
16. Catherine Yeo
17. Grace Kang
18. Julie Y
19. Lydia Soh
20. Feztus Lim
21. Seok Cheng
22. Lee Ah Nee
23. Daisy Yeo
24. Lillian Teo
25. Mega Abdullah
26. Richard Wong
27. Peng Peng
28. Charles Wee
29. ChristinaCL Chan
30. Karen Thio
31. Judy Lim
32. Marg Tian
33. Eddy Lee
34.
35.

Photos by Charles Wee, Andrew Koh, Ivan Lim, Karen Thio and Danny Lye

I am a retiree n like to keep myself busy n active.