A Visit to St Joseph Home – Volunteers needed

I hope that some of pioneer members remembered that back in Y2009 on May 1, SHC did organized an charity activity at St Joseph Home.  This year, we hope to organize another entertaining event for these folks staying there to give smiles on their faces.

As Nelly is currently out on a mission trip and will not be back in 2weeks’ time, I am putting up this post on her behalf. 

Date of Visit: 8th May 2011 (Sunday). Time: 9.45am to 12.30pm.

Location: St. Joseph’s Home. 921, Jurong Rd, S’pore 649694. Tel: 62680482. Fax: 62684787.  From Boon Lay Interchange, take Bus 157 and alight 4 bus-stops away at back gate. Those going by car are requested to car-pool due to shortage of parking space; about 8 lots only.

Website: www.stjh.org.sg

It is always a blessing in helping the less fortunate in society.

At this moment, there is nothing more than getting the SHCians to entertain these Residents of St Joseph’s Home with our karaoke singing and/or any kind of performances are also welcome to share with the joy with these Senior on that day.

Like-minded SHCians can come forward to volunteer their time as they had already got a sponsor for the good although thru’ self-collection.  Not sure if extra transport will be needed.

Chit chat with these seniors, helping in serving the food, feeding them for those less mobile and entertaining them with songs and others…

Members keen to help out, pls register here:

  1. Nelly Soh
  2. Geok Suan
  3. Dolly Lim
  4. Thomas Loh
  5. Yat Sing
  6. Charles Chua
  7. Janie Leong
  8. Debbie Oh
  9. Jane Tan
  10. Jane Ong
  11. Susan Tan SW
  12. Jeff Gan
  13. Irene Gan
  14. Lily Ho
  15. Chris Ng
  16. Linda Leong
  17. Goh AL
  18. Winnie Tan
  19. Richard Wong
  20. Thomas Lau
  21. Mega
  22. Steven Chan
  23. Sam Huat

Sing your hearts out … and Rock n Roll …. on 6th March (Sunday)

Come… sing your hearts out … and practice your rock n roll for  Prom Night! Jeffrey Gan will give us some finer tips on how to dance the rock n roll. emoticon

Calling all the dance enthusiasts .. bring your dance shoes and practice your rock n roll steps for the Prom Night !  If dance is not your cup of tea, also can come.. to sing your hearts out…   emoticon  You can bring your own KCDs.

Jeff will be playing instrument .. hence we can also try out live band singing… yeah. !!emoticon

Light refreshments will be provided by Jeff. Wine will be sponsored by Gabriella.  emoticon

Seek your understanding to collect $12 in advance.   Jeff needs to buy the refreshments & book the studio, leh!  Please pay to either Jeff or myself.  

Either in cash or tt to my POSB Savings 087-10679-9.

Max 20 pax. 

Venue :     EZ4U “karaoke cum dance studio”
               169C Selegie Road
Time :       8pm till 11pm
Date :       Sunday, 6th March 2011

If you’re taking MRT, alight at Little India, exit "McKenzie Road"
If you’re driving, there is free car park next to "REX".

Those coming are:

1.                Jeff Gan             Paid
2.                Irene Lee            Paid
3.                George Chew       Paid
4.                Lydia Chin           Paid
5.                Gabriella Chua     Paid
6.                Lim Kok Eng        Paid
7.                Catherine Lim      Paid
8.                Mr Boon              Paid
9.                Mrs Boon            Paid
10.              Amy Chong         Paid
11.              Freddie Tan        Paid
12.              Edwin Tan
13.              Francis M
14.              Cat Koh
15.              Kent Chan

I am the EC.  Non SHC frenz are welcomed.      

Cheers, LydiaC.

Cycling on Sat, 19 Feb 2011

Hi-Cycling enthusiasts

Meet at rear of McDonald Restaurant, Marina Cove (former East Coast Recreation Park).

Rented bicycles are abundantly available at reasonable rates.
Rental Cost is between $5-$6 .

Activity will not be cancelled even if it rains but will be brought indoor and turn it into chitchat session.
Rain or shine, we will be there.

Our Usual Program –
4.00pm. : Gather for chitchatting inside aircon McDonald..
4.30 pm. : Proceed to bike rental kiosk.
4.30-6.30 pm. : Cycle to NSRCC or to Changi Ferry Terminal..
6.30pm : All cyclists to return bikes and go for dinner at nearby food joints.

Cycling Team : Ah Nee, Douglas Chan, Jade Phua, Lily Ho and Yew Kwong.

Who are coming –

  1. Douglas Chan
  2. Ah Nee
  3. Susan Chang
  4. Dolly Lim
  5. John Howe
  6. Lily Ho
  7. Daisy Yeo
  8. Anna Seet
  9. Mike Tay
  10. Debbie Oh

 

Photos by Mike Tay

Music + Dance, Curry Puff + Mineral Water…..for only $3/-

Hello Guys and Gals………

We are having FUN again! emoticon

Live music from Charles Cher of Serangoon Country Club (SGCC)  emoticon

Please join me jamming at………..
Date: Friday, 18 Mar 2011
Time: 7.00 pm – 10.00 pm
Fee: $3.00 (Mineral water plus Curry Puff)

Venue: Paya Lebar Kovan CC (Multi-purpose air-cond Hall)
             Blk. 207, Hougang Street 21

Please made payment to my POSB Savings A/C No: 013-06356-7

Ah Nee (Event Coordinator)

Those coming are:

  1. Ah Nee (paid)
  2. Thomas (paid) 
  3. Lily Ho (paid)
  4. Lily Ho + 1 (paid)
  5. Jeffrey Gan (paid)
  6. Dolly Lim (paid)
  7. Debbie Ho (paid)
  8. Anna Seet (paid)
  9. John Howe (paid)
  10. Yat Sing (paid)
  11. Andrew Yuen (paid)
  12. Lina Tan (paid)
  13. Bobby Bok (paid)
  14. Irene Poh (paid)
  15. Freddie Liew (paid)
  16. Ronald Lam (paid)
  17. Bessie Lam (paid)
  18. Andrew SP (paid)
  19. Gingko Tay (paid)
  20. Gabriella Chua (paid)
  21. Suzhang (Susan Chang) paid
  22. Lina Ng (paid)
  23. Charles Chua (paid)
  24. Judy Tay (paid)
  25. Peggy Ong (paid)
  26. Jeremy Lee (paid)
  27. Rene Leong (paid)
  28. Boon liang (paid)
  29. Daniel Ong (paid)
  30. Sue Chan (paid)
  31. Lai Fong (paid)
  32. Henry Yip (paid)
  33. Robert Tan (paid)
  34. Serene Leow (paid)
  35. Wee Chin (paid)
  36. Danz Huang (paid)
  37. Joy chuang (paid)
  38. James Chan
  39. James Chan’s partner
  40. Abel Tan
  41. George Chew
  42. Lydia Chin
  43. Lee Sean

Feb 2011 Monthly gathering

Hi, all SHC members,

Hope everyone had a memorable CNY, and hope everyone enjoyed huat, huat, huat  in different ways! Perhaps you had a chance to meet up with family/friends whom you have not met in a while, or maybe you collected some winnings at mahjong, 4D, etc. Or maybe you gained a kg or 2 from all that delicious CNY goodies.  Wishing everyone continue to huat ah! 

It’s time for all SHC members to meet up at the old, familiar place :

1.      Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2011
2.      Time : 5.30 pm – 9 pm
3.      Place  : Han’s Café, Great Eastern Centre, 1 Pickering St. #01-03 (nearest MRT Chinatown)
4.      Dress : Smart Casual

Food : You can order and pay for any item from the Han’s counter.

Do use your SHC name tag if you have one.  If you don’t have one, it’s ok – a sticky label will be made for you.  If you know of any quiet or shy SHC member, do inform him/her and invite him/her to February monthly gathering.  Maybe they have no computer access, or maybe they do not know the easiest way to get to Han’s Café.  Let’s all share funtimes with them too.

The February monthly gathering is a good time to catch up with old friends,meet new friends,plan your hobbies group,share your views/ experience with the proposed new SHC platform – phpBB-based forum, talk about Prom Night, Full Moon Party, dancing, cycling, bowling, badminton, how to be like Venus, weekly or monthly stays in  retirement in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Hangzhou, Chiangmai, Phuket, Kunming, Bangkok, Hainan Farmstay, with vivacious Geraldine Ting, and/or funnyman Tian Soo,and/or easy-going Terence, etc. etc. any other interests, ideas, suggestions.
Looking forward to meet you all. emoticon

Please register your attendance  here.

Yatsing, EO

  1. Yat Sing – EO
  2. Terence Seah – coming straight from airport
  3. Judy Tay – Warm Welcome, new member!
  4. Thomas Loh – can dance to any tune
  5. Daniel Chan – knows where u can hv low-priced foot massage in JB
  6. Sam Goh – our very own SHC ‘chai-sen-yeh’
  7. Dolly – registration desk 
  8. Janie Leong – going bowling on Jan 20
  9. Cheng Pun – looking forward to know u better
  10. Bobby Bok – come dance chachacha with him 
  11. John Howe – plays bass guitar
  12. Kenneth Tan – knows where to get good hawker food in Singapore
  13. Sue Chan – see her dance rock-n-roll at Prom Nite
  14. Jeff Lim – half-time in BKK
  15. Stephen Low – has walked all over Singapore, nearly.
  16. Clara Ho     )
  17. Lily Ho        ) emoticon
  18. Pauline Ho  )
  19. Cath Yeo – great to see u again
  20. Peter Goh – going bowling on Feb 20
  21. Jeff Gan – catch him on youtube
  22. Charles Chua – does not prefer vegetarian food
  23. Paul Phua – active at roundtable meetings
  24. David Yee – Welcome to Feb monthly gathering
  25. Alice Seah – see her walk and keep fit
  26. Andrew Koh – enjoys golf
  27. Mike Tay –  likes cycling in large group
  28. Priscilla Wee – Welcome!
  29. Jazz Soh – likes travelling and photography
  30. Richard Wong – learning 2 dance 
  31. Thomas Lau – Card trick/origami sifu
  32. Nellie Lim – Joined last Nov ..
  33. Caroline Gee – Prom Nite EO
  34. Freddie Liew – Mahjong teacher…
  35. Sharon Tan – Come after 7.30pm wif other members
  36. Chris Ng- Same group
  37. Linda Leong – Sama sama lo
  38. Bernie Chung – This 1 comes at 7.15pm, abit earlier than them leh
  39. Jonathan Ong – After work den lai lor
  40. Jeremy Lee – Newly joined n oredi learning pom cha cha liao and his swee swee wife
  41. Peggy Ong –   "
  42. Boon Liang – Kelong man
  43. Sophia Lim – Always slim, always the venus
  44. Eileen Tan – simi surname har?  Many Eileen leh?
  45. Annie Loh – Paper flower making expert hor
  46. Rena Wong – Welcome
  47. Richard Kee n his lovely bo lor
  48. Jane Kee
  49. Lee King Seng – Playing the Big Ball Game every sundays
  50. Agnes Seow – Nyonya sui ah liang
  51. Sarah Z – Girls’ guides?
  52. Rena Wong – Also another Girls’ Guides har?
  53. Karen Thio – Handicraft expert
  54. Elina Tan – Handicraft si-fu
  55. Judy Lim – si mi expert har?
  56. Eileen Thean – Cycling Expert
  57. Lydia Chin – Got charade game bo? If bo, den, u conduct 1 lor
  58. Ann Lim – Hope 2b there
  59. Lilian Teo – Phuket tripper…
  60. Sally Tan
  61. Debbie Oh
  62. Rosa Lim
  63. Lim Tian Soo

Photos by King Seng

“Always Slim Always the Venus”

Having  a perfect body is not a legend and no longer just a dream.  A toned & well-shaped body allows you to shine & feel confident about yourself.  I am a trained professional body designer and I have achieved a body shape that sure make heads turn and I want to share my secret with you.

You are invited to come to a FREE workshop :
Date & Time :       (option 1)     25th Feb 2011 (Friday)   7 pm to 10 pm (20paxs only)
                                (option 2)     27th Feb 2011 (Sunday)  2 pm to   5 pm (20paxs only)

The contents of both dates are the same and only the one with the higher number of registered participants will be conducted.  If interested members are available on both dates, please indicate both dates and I will confirm to the registered respondents as to which date will be conducted eventually.

Venue :                   169C  Selegie Road  Singapore 188322
                                  (directly opposite Block 9  Selegie House)

Light refreshments will be provided throughout the workshop and every participant is welcomed to enquire as much as they wish to know.  This workshop is opened to all SHC LADY MEMBERS ONLY.  Ladies, wait no more……. Get to your device and respond right away to my e-mail at irenelklee@gmail.com & indicate which date you are available to attend (25th Feb [evening], or 27th Feb [afternoon], or both).

The closing date for registration is on 23rd February, 2011 (Wednesday).

  1. Irene Lee (Speaker)
  2. Dolly Lim – Fri only
  3. Jessie Lee – Sun only
  4. Gabriella – Both dates flexible
  5. Debbie Oh – Fri only
  6. Judy Tan – Both dates flexible
  7. Clara Ho – Both dates flexible
  8. Agnes Seow – Fri only
  9. Caroline Gee – Sun only
  10. Clarice – Sun only
  11. ANee – Sun only
  12. Lily – Fri only
  13. Yat Sing – Fri only
  14. Gingko Tay – Both dates flexible
  15. Karen Wong – Sun only
  16. Seok Cheng – Both dates flexible
  17. Lilian Teo – Both dates flexible
  18. Rene – Fri only
  19. Susan Tan SW – Both dates flexible
  20. Lai Fong – Fri only
  21. Lina Ng- Friday only
  22. Esther Mok – Sun only
  23. Josephine Yap – Sun only
  24. Daisy Yeo – Both dates flexible
  25. Hamidah – Fri only
  26. Angela S – Fri only
  27. Maria Tan – Sun only
  28. Sarah Z – Sun only
  29. Clara Chay – Sun only
  30. Peggy Ho – Sun only
  31. Helen Kuek- Sun only
  32. Priscialla Wee – Fri only
  33. Audrey Cheong – Fri only
  34. Sharon Tan – Sun only
  35. Chris Ng – Sun only
  36. Linda Leong – Sun only
  37. Dolly Choo – Fri only
  38. Theresa Goh – Fri only

One Valentine kiss please

Each year, some of us may have difficulties getting our children to sit down for a reunion dinner or even to visit family members in the evening because it’s Valentine Day.  They have their own itinery; so it’s only right they go out fort heir own dinners.

I remembered for a couple of years, I was a similar problem to my parents.  These old folks just didn’t know what’s Valentine Day.  So, as the years passed, the event became more meaningful.  We planned elaborate dinners, maybe with steak and wine.  Then, we brought along the misletoe.   The years continued to pass, and maybe we got married, or we just find another mate.

For many of us still, Valentine Day is still meaningful.  Our kids may give us roses, "Ma, I love you.  Thank you for the many years, you looked after us."  Once in a while, not every year though, I would sneak a few stalk of roses to that sweet young girl in my friend’s office.  If she smiles back, that’s enough.  Cannot take it too far.  A little impulse is good.  Why not, after all we are human.  But, then, the brake should work.

Coming to over 45, I guess we become wiser.  We see our children or grand children enjoy their Valentine Day.  We sent roses to everybody in the office.  No discrimmination.  We think about our spouses, and say, "Let’s go out for dinner".  Maybe, gather a group of friends, with candle light below the table, have a couple of wine. 

Valentine Day is meaningful.  Dont let the day pass without giving it some thought.  Share with us, what are you doing for Valentine Day.  It only comes once a year.  Dont be shy.

Terence Seah

Round Table Biz Dinner on 23-Feb-11 (Wed)

On behalf of Jeffrey Lim and Susan Chan, this month business dinner will be held at the
Grassroots Club @ Yio Chu Kang.

The details:

Date and time : 23-Feb-11 (Wed) from 7.30pm-10pm
Venue : Imperial Court Shark Fin Restaurant
             3rd floor, Grassroots Club
Food   : Chinese sit down ala carte BUFFET of 30+ dishes
             (will pre-select 10-12 dishes, rest order on the spot)
Price   : $34 – $36 / pax (after discount)
Landmark : Yio Chu Kang MRT station (NS line) (3 min walk)
http://www.streetdirectory.com/asia_travel/travel/travel_id_3239/travel_site_100243/
Parking : Grassroots Club, around YCK stadium/sports hall (URA), Nanyang Poly (foc till 9.30pm)

For this dinner, we have a special appearance by Feztus Lim, our permanent visitor to Yunnan,
China, who will introduce to us business opportunities in Yunnan:

– working with non-government organisation (NGO)
– retirement village
– eco farming
– educational (teaching) opportunities

Reference : https://silverhairsclub.com/?p=2683#comments

This is going to be an exciting dinner to welcome the Year of the Rabbit.
Come and let’s HOP together into more business opportunities.

Register here:

01)  Jeffrey Lim (EO)
02)  Susan Chan (co-EO)
03)  James Tan (Chairman)
04)  Feztus Lim (special guest and speaker)
05)  Paul Phua
06)  Terence Seah
07)  Cheng-pun
08)  Rosalind Lee
09)  Anna Seet
10) Mary Chan
11) Robert Ong
12) Dave Tan
13) Maria Tan
14) Marg Tian
:
20) close

Note: You can have a light lunch before you come as the buffet dinner is meant for you to
          EAT LIKE A HORSE AND HOP LIKE A RABBIT.

New procedure on Online member registration

This procedure does not affect SHC members who have already registered to use this forum.

With immediate effect, the online registration of members at SilverHairsClub.com is discontinued.  As our club’s website is open to the public and the world, there have been many attempts by unknown persons registering as members.  This affects our limited resources.

The new procedure requires the applicant to email to admin@SilverHairsClub.com.  The contents of the application is available at Membership Application.

Terence Seah

A visit to the ISTANA on Friday

The Istana grounds will be open to the public on Friday, 4th Feb 2011, from 8:30am to 6pm, for CNY celebrations.

Visitors will be entertained by 3 school bands, a Chinese dance performance by PA Talents and an exhibit from Jurong Bird Park.

Admission is free for Singaporeans and PR and $1 for other visitors.  For $2, visitors can tour selected function rooms in the Istana Building.  Istana souvenirs will also be sold, with all proceeds going to charity.

As usual, crowds will be anticipated, hence, for those interested in going, it is advisable to go early. 

I am planning to go around mid-morning.  If you keen to join me, do indicate your interest here, or email me on lydiaykchin@yahoo.com.sg. 

On a rainy day

On this raining wet day when we a marooned indoors, it is
time to reflect.

I am able to feed myself by watching my investments. But I don’t
read financial statements or pay attention to financial experts. Financial statements
and expert advises are fast becoming more fictional by the day. I do pay
careful attention to political developments in the world. All investment
markets are influenced by world events. If you can read it right, you can make profits.

This post is to tap on the brains and experiences of members
on your reading of current political events. It is not about politics as in
which government is better. It is about political and social events affecting
our investments.

To start of, there is now an important change in the Middle
East. The ripple  of toppling dominant
governments have started in Tunisia and now in Egypt and a smaller extend in
Yemen. Saudi stock market is shaking.

 There are still many dominant
governments in the Middle East. This  revolutionary
change of government if continued. will eventually affect the world supply of
fossil fuel, world economy and your investments.   This
may be the biggest political upheaval this century but I may be wrong..

Let me have your views on the world today.

You have nowhere to go in this rain anyway.

A new category “Test” has just be created

For new members who would like to write a new Post, on a new topic, you can use the category "Test".   Here you can put anything in the Title.  You can also write a one line text.  Then, save or publish it.  If it works, you will see it published immediately.  If the Post requires moderation, it will go to a queue.

Do make sure you have a category, before you save or publish.  Posts without a category are likely to disappear.  Sorry, I don’t know why.

All Posts under category "Test" will be deleted within a few hours after you have saved it or published it.  Once you are confident, go ahead and write a new Post under an appropriate category. 

Try it, it’s fun.  Feedback is always exciting.

Terence Seah

Special Interest: Civic activities

Hi all,
In the spirit of breaking new ground, SHC is reaching out to members who have a civic bent and are interested in doing civic work. We would like to form a civic group with the goal of helping to improve our society/environment etc

Members in this group will have roles and responsibilities thus making involvement in civic activities challenging and a learning experience for the individual.

If you are interested in civic work, please indicate in the comments box. Include your e-mail contact and I will contact you with regard to a meeting.  Alternatively you could inform me through my e-mail: kdaae2005@hotmail.com

Thank you.

Comments and feedback are welcome. :)

BEWARE of this nos…………….

hiah ti jie mui ( bro & sister ) , my celluar phone recd this Sms …yr mobile number has won 6,800,000 dollars in the atm-card awards. to claim yr atm card send emailto ffcservice83@hotmail.com….

hahahahha , think i ,ve nothing betta 2 do har ? DING DONG BELL …just a soft reminder to our hiah ti jie mui ah ..wif CNY just less den a week ..pls be extreme careful hor ..wen u  did yr marketings in s/mkt ,mkt , chinatown or any crowded plc be careful of yr handbag…we ve HUNGRY pick pocket lurking ard de corner…

so , hor i 12 kong …kong hee huat tua chai to every hiah ti jie mui in SHC la…..huat ah huat ah huat ah….

The Magic of Kenyir – April 23-26, 2011

Located in the heart of Trengganu, the picturesque Kenyir Lake was created as a hydroelectricity project and is currently the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia. Surrounded by a large tropical jungle that is home to exotic flora and fauna, the area is a haven for nature lovers.

Angling is popular here because of the wide variety of freshwater fish available. lake activities include boating and canoeing, while the more adventurous prefer jungle trekking, followed by a refreshing dip in one of the many waterfalls.

Date: April 23-26, 2011

Mode of travel: By Firefly on a Saturday at 10.40am and arrived at 12.00pm and return on following Tuesday at 12,20 and reaching singapore at 1.40pm.

Cost of airfare $186.00 all inclusive.

Optional mode of travel: By train and coach transfer. Total cost about $125.00. Date will be from April 22-25, 2011.

Superior Chalet  @ RM 220.00 nett per room per night inclusive of breakfast for 2 persons.

OTHERS ARRANGEMENTS

 

·         Telematch @ RM 20.00 nett per person (Min 20 persons)
·         Treasure Hunt @ RM 20.00 nett person (Min 20 persons)
·         Lake Cruise @ RM 40.00 nett per person (Min 6 persons per boat)
·         Lake Adventure @ RM 55.00 nett per person (Min 6 persons per boat)
·         National Park Cruise @ RM 130 nett per person (Min 6 persons per boat)
·         Fishing Trip @ RM 350.00 nett per boat of 6 person (3hours)
·         Jungle Trekking @ RM 35.00 nett per person (Min 6 person per boat)
·         Bird Watching @ RM 45.00 nett per person (Min 6 person)

 

Those interested please specify the mode of travelling and type of activities you prefer. Final decision will be by consensus.

Closing date: March 7, 2011.

 

EOs, Dan & Joy.

Shanghai, as the base for one full month this year

I cannot be too sure, if this concept will work.  But, sometime ago, I had a chat with Charles Chua, and we were talking about going to China.  We have not agreed on the month, but the concept goes like this.

I shall book an apartment in one of the major cities in China, for one whole month.  Perhaps, a 3 room apartment with cooking facilities, in a gated community.  Likely convenient to supermarkets, train stations or bus stations.  I was thinking of Shanghai or Beijing because of cheaper flight connections.

Participants can block by weeks, we can only announce after we find the apartment or house.  You can even block for a whole month.  Costs will be pro-rated.  Participants can travel anywhere they like.  There is no itinery or schedule or plan.  Participants make their flights to and out the residence.  Buy your own food, and get use to local Chinese way of life in Shanghai or Beijing.  Food can be as cheap as you want or as expensive as you desire.  You can even buy or rent a bicycle as China roads are great for bicycles.  Go see the little lanes, also practise your potonghua, have a hairdo, and drink tea the whole day.

China has long term visas for us, so you can even stay 3 months.  And, if you have a friend who has a house, ready to be rented out, do let us know. 

This trip is not ideal for those who are thinking of short stays like 3-7 days.  Not ideal for those who cannot walk.  Not ideal for those who enjoy Singapore toilets.  Not ideal for those who do not enjoy road side stalls.  And, not ideal for those who are sensitive to being lost.

Now, let the dream starts.

Terence Seah

Taking SHC to the next level in 2011

SHC has grown significantly over the years; and I have to admit that I am not able to consistently keep the club excited or even maintain it at the current level.  A lot of feedback has been received in this forum over the years; but unfortunately, we have few volunteers to carry out the ideas and suggestions.

On this coming Sunday and Monday, I shall be gathering together a group of SHC for a meeting to consolidate the ideas, and see how we can take SHC to the next level.

One objective is to have lesser participation and direction from myself.  I am prepared for radical ideas; although I am not likely to lift the taboos on politics, race, religion and sex, direct selling and MLM.

Meantime, if you have an opinion, or suggestions or ideas, feel free to drop them here, on this Post.

Terence Seah

Inability to access the SHC website the last few days

Hi everybody,

I understand from Yew Kwong and a few members that they were not able to write comments in the last few days.  Apology, as I am not too sure why too.  However, I have asked our hosting company to look into it this morning, and I hope you should be able to access the site as usual.

Interesting to note is we have a number of people who have registered from Russia, AOL and UK sites.  We had knowingly permitted this so that members can register on their own.  If we suspect the registration is not genuine, Yew Kwong would normally give them a "No role" status.  We still keep them on the system, to avoid them using the same email address.

Sometimes, they sneaked into our system, and write Posts or comments which are usually advertising related.  This is where we have to be alert, and delete them before you read them.  Got to say we have been efficient, approx 99% of the time.

Even if someone registers as a member on this website, we will always send them a membership application form.  He/she must fill up the form.  IF approved, then that person becomes a SHC member.  He/she will also receive a welcome message from me.  Anyone who does not receive a welcome message is NOT a member.

Names which appear on our forum, especially for event registratioin, are checked continuously throughout the day.  If the person is not a member, it will be flagged to our attention; and usually we ask the person to contact admin@silverhairsclub.com.  The system has so far been pretty fool-proofed, and maybe unique in its own way.  That’s why we have a simple registration system.

Have fun guys and gals.

Terence Seah

Desktopdating – Beware of hackers!

Dear friend,

I just received an email supposedly from Thomas Loh and Richard Wong. Thomas denied it is from him.

They request to know my whether you are male or female, the next request is for your password. Dun, dun ever disclose, danger ahead! I was once caught because I was gullible. They use Thomas and Richard email to contact me, be careful they want your password and the next thing you know all your friend in your email list will receive an email.

It said in the email ‘I was robbed in London, all my monies and credit cards are gone. Can you do me a favour, wire me a certain amount of money and I will return you when I am back, appreciate a lot!’

I was a sucker once, dun want to be caught again, you too!

Dan

SHC Round Table January 25, 2011

Next meeting :

Date: January 25 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:30 pm
Venue: Tai Seng Restaurant
101 Upper Cross St, #03-32
People’s Park Centre

(Nearest MRT – Chinatown.  Use Exit C)

Do keep the date free.

Members attending:

  1. Yat Sing (EO)
  2. Jeff Lim
  3. Sue Chan
  4. Terence Seah
  5. KC Lau
  6. James Tan
  7. Andrew Koh
  8. Marg Tian
  9. Paul Phua
  10. Fred Heng
  11. Any more keen 2 come???

Soon, the Rabbit year will arrive – Happy Lunar New Year

The Rabbit year promises lots of excitement and vibrance to all SilverHairs.  Whatever our age, I am sure we can all look forward to that something special.  Good health, reasonable wealth, and plenty of happiness.

This year, how about sharing with everybody what is your animal?  If you are an ox, we might try to pair you up with a chicken.  And, if you are a horse, we will try a goat.  If the pairing does not work, I am sure someone around us will be able to tell us so.  We can also know you a little bit better.  Are  you a rabbit?  How many of you are rabbits?

Share with us your predictions, what will the rabbit year be like?

Also, share your best wishes too.  Kong Xi Fa Chai.

Terence Seah

Phuket to Pa-Ngan Full moon party, 17 Mar – 22 Mar 2010

Some years ago, we had a trip to Chiangmai on a camping trip.  The local contact bringing us around was Sompho.  This time around, he is going to his hometown in Surat Thani, and also Samui and  Pa-Ngan.

The target visit location is Pa-Ngan, for the famous Full moon party.  Full moon is on Sat 19th Mar 2011.

  1. ETA Phuket is Thur 17 Mar 2011, ETD Phuket Tue 22 Mar 2011.  Trip is confirmed.
  2. Tigerairways has a great rate, at less than $200 per person.
  3. Schedule will be Phuket (first night), followed by Phuket/Samui via a stop at Surat Thani.
  4. We enjoy the famous Full moon party at Pa-Ngan on 19 Mar.  Read more about it in google.
  5. A few other places being planned, between Samui and Phuket.
  6. Return Phuket/Singapore on Tues 22 Mar.

Number of pax:  8 per van.  max 16 pax.

If youa re interested, book your flights now on Tiger.   Share your findings on the best price.

Short and brief for now.  I am participating.

Terence Seah

Coming list:

 

  1. Terence Seah – confirmed
  2. Judy Tay
  3. Janie Leong – Confirmed.
  4. Andrew Koh – Confirmed, rooms booked by AndrewK, couple C
  5. Thomas Lau – Confirmed, rooms booked by AndrewK, couple C
  6. Mega Abdullah – Confirmed
  7. Anna Seet
  8. Karen Thio – Confirmed, couple B
  9. Timothy Liu – Confirmed.
  10. Sock Cheng – Confirmed, couple B
  11. Judy Lim – Confirmed, couple A
  12. Jane Tan – Confirmed, couple D
  13. Lydia Soh – Confirmed
  14. Irene Seet – Confirmed, couple A
  15. Eileen Thean – Confirmed, couple D
  16. Lillian Teo – Confirmed.

 

Photos by : Richard Wong, Mega, Jane,Thomas Lau, Eileen Thean, Irene Seet, Andrew Koh, Karen & Sockie

Cycling at East Coast Park on Sat, 15 Jan 2011

Hi there! Cycling enthusiasts

  • Route – 7.5 km one way : Mc >NSRCC
  • 4.00 pm: Meet at McDonald Restaurant, East Coast Parkway, Marine Cove.
  • 4.30 pm: Proceed to rent bicycle at Coastal Recreation (bike rental kiosk). Bike rental at special rate for  SHC members, cost $5

  • 4.45 pm: Flag off for cyclists

  • 6.30-7.00 pm: All cyclists assemble at bike rental kiosk to return bikes.
  • 7.00 pm: Dinner time…….

    TQ, Cycling Group (Ah Nee, Douglas, Jade, Lily n YK)

    Who are coming –

    1. YK
    2. Lily
    3. Dolly
    4. John Howe
    5. Yatsing
    6. Debbie Oh
    7. Ah Nee

Singing and Dancing the Blues Away – January 28, 2011 (Friday)

We are glad that all of you present last night have a whale of a time. There’s so much fun and meeting of new friend. As usual there will be karaoke singing, dancing. This time round we are able to cater to a bigger group.emoticon

Venue: Ez4u Dance Studio, 169C Selegie Road 

Time: 7.30pm – 11.30pm

Cost: $10.00 –  Come with 2 bottles of soft drinks and finger snacks with complimentary 4 bottles of wines from Jeffrey and Dan. You are at liberty to bring your own liquor.

Please pay to Irene’s POSB Savings Account 104018149 by 26 Jan 11.

Free parking after 5.00pm at URA carpark next to the former Rex theatre.

EOs, Dan, Jeffrey n Ireneemoticon

Limited space please register early.

Coming :-

  1. Dan – Paid
  2. Joy – Paid
  3. Jeffrey Gan – Paid
  4. Irene Gan – Paid
  5. Gabriella – Paid
  6. Richard Kee
  7. Jane Kee
  8. Jeremy Lee – Paid
  9. Peggy Lee – Paid
  10. Bobby Bok – Paid
  11. Lydia Chin
  12. Edwin Tan – Paid
  13. Thomas Loh – Paid
  14. Sam Huat – Paid
  15. Lily Ho – Paid
  16. Dolly Lim – Paid
  17. Lim Kok Eng
  18. Catherine Lim 
  19. Debbie Oh – Paid
  20. More, more, more!

How to make flowers from recycled plastic bags, Sat 15 Jan

How interesting! Imagine from recycled plastic bags can turn in2 beautiful flowers which also can be used for Chinese New Year decorations as stated by Annie Loh (our very own SHC instructor) hor..

Annie had agreed to hold this session at the MPH Cafe (Robinson Road) on 15 Jan 2011 from 11am to 2pm. 

Maximum 10 members, so hurry, to register asap. 
Closing Date : 10 Jan 2011 as she need to procure the necessart materials from various places.
A small amt of $1-$2 will be imposed being payment for other material cost, Annie will collect from you on the day itself.

Confirmed members, pls bring along scissors, cutter, plastic bottle cover of 3 – 5cm width (for making of flower paddle) and plain/colourful plastic bags of very thin materials (marketing plastic bags).

Interested members to learn this special flowers making session – Come n register now:

  1. Annie Loh – (Instructor)
  2. 10 more to go

EO : Dolly

Monthly Walk schedule – 2011

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL! 

LET’S WALK TO HEALTH !!!           emoticon


SHC Monthly Walk walks into its 6th year ,,,,,,,

We, the walk team are glad to annouce it is still On-going every 2nd Saturday/each month    emoticon
UNLESS otherwise informed.     

Details of each walk: Post will appear approx 2 weeks prior to scheduled date for registration.
Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

2011 January the 8th —
we kick start a COOL walk this year with a night scenic stroll! COME, JOIN US        emoticon emoticon

SCHEDULED DATES for 2011:

08Jan    City Skyline – Marina Boulevard/Esplanade Waterfront  (see separate Post)
12Feb    F&E with your loveD ones ie., do your own    hehe       
12Mar    TBA
09Apr     TBA
14May    TBA
11Jun     TBA
09Jul      TBA
13Aug    TBA
10Sep    TBA
08Oct     TBA
12Nov    TBA
10Dec    TBC

*TBA – routes will be provided at nearer date.
**TBC – date to be confirmed in due time.

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

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!        emoticon 

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

1st SHC monthly gathering – Fri 14 Jan 2011 @ 1730 hrs

wah wah wah , new year 2011 oredli lai liao hor….

so i am calling the shot lah to held the shc 1st january monthly gathering @

Venue : haup Man food & wine
Address : Blk 301 Serangoon Ave 2, #01-344 (walking distance from n/east circle line @ serangoon mrt stn…
Bus# to get here: 45, 105, 133, 135 (Stops at either Blk 319 and Blk 238 respectively

Preference of dinner will be charged at $7.90/set for the following choices, pls indicate your choice upon registration:

  • Set A : Fish & Chips (inclusive of soup of the day and coffee or tea or fizzy drink /refreshing juice
  • Set B : Half Roast Chicken (    "  "  )
  • Set C : Spaghetti Bolognese ( "  " )
  • Set D : Salmon Teriyaki Bento Set (inclusive of steam rice, pickes, miso soup, fruits, drink)

    You are allowed to bring in your own wine/liquor but corkage charge of $5/btl will be imposed.

Due to space space constrain hor ..can only accept 40 paid members based on first register first pay.  As the restuarant need to pre-order the goods, hence, we would appreciate that all registration and food choice be completed by Tues 11Jan 2011.  Registration will closed upon reaching 40paxs or by Tues 11Jan 2011, whichever come 1st.

Pls hor , no gate crasher wan hor… so buddies pls BLOCK yr diary, calender, pow bei (horse type calender) date lah…. is on  14 jan 2011 friday 1730hrs to 2100hrs

Payment to be paid to Dolly Lim POSB Saving Acct# 146-00513-6

This event is solely for registered SHC members only and would appreciate that there will be no gate-crashers or outsiders.

Agenda:
Newbie introduction
Games by Lydia Chin (simi games, hmm zai hor)
Tikam2 n others

Those have that have the name tags with you, pls bring along.  Those without, sticky label will be used

EO : Sam Huat

Registration starts from:

  1. Sam Huat – Paid (Set D)
  2. Dolly Lim – Paid (Set B)
  3. Jeff Gan – Paid (Set A)
  4. Irene Lee – Paid (Set A)
  5. Richard Wong Paid (Set B)….I a pro camera man lei… ]
  6. Debbie Oh – Paid (Set D)
  7. Irene Poh – Paid (Set D
  8. Thomas Loh – Paid (Set D)
  9. Charles Chua – Paid (Set A) 
  10. Andrew Yeung -Paid (Set A)
  11. Clara Chay – Paid (Set D)
  12. Rena Wong – Paid (Set D)
  13. Fong Ten Meng – Paid (Set C)
  14. Lydia Chin Janet Chan – Paid (Set A)
  15. Molly Chua – Paid (Set B)
  16. Tian Soo – Paid (Set B)
  17. Caroline Gee – Paid (Set D)…. pomp pomp nite EO hor..
  18. Jane Wong – Paid (Set A)
  19. Hou Chong – Paid – (Set D)…
  20. Lina Ng – Paid (Set D)
  21. Yat Sing – Paid (Set D)
  22. Lai Fong –  Paid (Set D)
  23. Judy Tay – Paid Set D
  24. Clara Ho – Paid (Set D)
  25. Anne Lim – Paid (Set D)
  26. Janie Leong – Paid (Set C)
  27. Judy Lim – Paid (Set D)
  28. Josie Yow – Paid (Set B) …. must be more active lei….huat huat huat.
  29. May Yoon – Paid (Set A)
  30. Amy Soon – Paid (Set A)
  31. Rosalind Soh – Paid (Set D)
  32. Steven Chan – Set A…… our kl makan king…
  33. Grace Kang – Paid (Set A)
  34. Paul Phua – Paid (Set A)
  35. Richard kee – Set A …paid liao har ??
  36. Jane kee – Set C ……paid  liao har ??
  37. Boon Liang – Paid (Set D)
  38. Jeremy Lee – Paid (Set A)
  39. Peggy Ong – Paid (Set B)
  40. Yew Kwong – Paid (Set C)….mua chor liao lor….( full house liao )
  41. Margaret Soo – (Set D) 

REGISTRATION CLOSED ……………..

 

Photos by Richard Wong

Start 2011 with a burst of laughter

Start the new year with a hearty laugh – hahahahahahah

Folks – Have a wonderful new year filled with laughter.

During the one day JB day trip, several members who remembered that I was the EC for a laughter exercise, asked me – Is the laughter exercise held every Tuesday at Hort Park, still on-going?  YES – it is, but the venue has recently changed. I’m putting up this post for those who are interested:

Venue: Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Date and time: Every Tuesdays, 6.30pm to 7.00pm

Laughter exercise spot: A stone’s throw from the MAIN ENTRANCE GATE.

Walk to the Green Pavilion. There is a patch of nicely lawned grass. This is it.

FAQs:

What to wear: Wear light, loose-fitting clothes, and flatties.

Suitable for whom: young or old, men or women, short or tall, fat or thin. Especially suitable for people who would like to de-stress.

How to enjoy your experience: Plan to arrive at 5.30pm (optional), take a stroll to enjoy the garden. At 6.20pm, stroll toward the Green Pavilion. Ms Zaibun (the laughter exercise facilitator) starts promptly at 6.30pm. The laughter exercise ends at 7pm. You may wander off to stroll some more around the garden. Some friends take the opportunity to catch dinner together. Some who came alone, and appeared to be burdened with troubled thoughts, will smile and wave good-bye quietly. Free and easy.  Really. Do as you please. No one will cajole you, preach to you about the benefits of laughter.

You will discover the benefits yourself. Give yourself a chance to find that out.

This laughter session is really “free and easy”. Literally.  Free – Zaibun does this for free. Easy – The exercise is easy to follow; no registration required.

A little note here: Zaibun is a trained laughter facilitator. Big companies and organization pay big bucks to hire laughter facilitators to conduct “laughing sessions” for their employees. Their purpose is to help their employees to de-stress and thereby be happier and more productive.

For maximum benefit: remember to laugh out loud. Exhale completely, inhale fresh air… bringing oxygen to every cells…

Many participants have noticed that their well-being have improved markedly. For more information, do read the “older posts” on laughter exercise. Those posts were made by Vivian Lai, Sylvia Ang, and Jacqueline Han. Or, google for “laughter yoga” “laughter exercises”.

Should you decide to check this out, do indicate your interest here. And just in case you cannot find us, you may like to have my mobile number. Email jacqhan@gmail.com. Don’t be shy shy.

 

 

8 January 2011 Monthly Walk – Marina Bay Area

Date: 8 January 2011 (Saturday evening)
Meeting Place: Raffles Place MRT Control Room
Start Time: 6.30pm
Duration: about 1-2 hours
There are buses along Raffles Quay/Clifford Pier/Robinson Road
EOs for this walk: Serene Low and team members 
 

This would be the first night walk organised to start off the New Year and digest in the beauty of Marina Bay area with the city skyline fronting Raffles Place and Marina Boulevard. 
The walk will start promptly at 6.30 pm from Raffles Place MRT control room, walking through Marina Boulevard towards Marina Bay City Gallery.  From here onwards, you can take many breath-taking photo shoots of the city skyline and bay area.  We will continue the walk passing through Marina Bay Sands, crossing the Helix Bridge, towards Esplanade Waterfront, Esplanade Bridge and ending at Merlion Park.  From here, we may disperse here to have our late dinner or early supper along One Fullerton, Boat Quay or sumptuous food choices at Telok Ayer Lau Pa Sar.
Bring a water bottle, an umbrella, windbreaker or shawl in case it rains – it is still intriguing to walk in the rain and feel the raindrops on our cheeks.
We will do a roll call at the beginning of the walk and if you foresee you may disband from the group and take a longer time to feel the cool air and capture in the beauty of the night, do let me or any of the team members know beforehand so that the rest may proceed as scheduled.  The walk will take an hour or more depending on our speed.
Hope to see all of you.
Other Walk Team members: Joyce Tan, Andrew Thio, Charles Wee, Conrad Tang, Veronica Wong, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Christina Chan.