Foto Friday - The Orchid Tree
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Posted:Jun 30, 2011 9:19 am
Last Updated:Aug 12, 2011 12:55 am 2446 Views
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While on a recent walk to my surprise
I came across the world's first orchid tree;
Perhaps I'll win the coveted Nobel prize
For this magnificent discovery.
Lee
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As the wind blows
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Posted:Jun 27, 2011 12:11 am
Last Updated:Jul 16, 2011 4:30 pm 2350 Views
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China-Li River by an unknown photographer.
The wind meanders its way through the mountains sighing sadly and
it makes me feel lost and uncertain like a river flowing to the sea
which winds past silent grasslands, mute trees and reserved
imposing hills, ignored by the expanse of blue sky and shunned by
the lingering clouds as beneath their exalted stations.
The birds occasionally sing their sympathies as they wing quietly
by on their way home in the dusk but disappear into the gloom
before I can ask for directions.
Lee
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Foto Friday - Taiwan 2
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Posted:Jun 23, 2011 9:47 am
Last Updated:Jun 24, 2011 9:28 am 2420 Views
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From top:-
1. Alishan Mountain Resort.
2. A hill village.
3. 101 Tower – The second tallest building in the world consisting of 101 storeys.
4. Shopping street.
5. Street food.
Lee
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I'm like the river
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Posted:Jun 20, 2011 6:21 am
Last Updated:Jul 8, 2011 8:13 am 2258 Views
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Pic by Lee Swee Wei
I'm like the river
winding its way to the sea
lost and uncertain
Lee
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My Worst Fears
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Posted:Jun 18, 2011 8:12 pm
Last Updated:Jul 23, 2012 8:54 am 2348 Views
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What scares me is the bane of old age;
that I can’t grow old gracefully.
I cannot bear to be like garbage
discarded in a dark back alley.
Grey hairs and wrinkles plus weak eyesight;
I sure do not seem like a winner.
Snores that keep you awake all night
can make the nicest person bitter.
I’m scared that I may lose my charm;
that sweet young things may call me uncle.
I would prefer to buy the farm
than having to face this debacle.
Lee
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Foto Friday
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Posted:Jun 16, 2011 9:37 am
Last Updated:Jun 19, 2011 5:08 am 2348 Views
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From the top:-
1. My flowering tree.
2. The bird nest.
3. One of the birds (in the center of the picture) watching from inside the tree.
I had stumbled upon the birds frolicking in my flowering tree in the morning in the past month or so. They would emerge from somewhere inside the thick foliage, fly to another part, show a glimpse of themselves and then fly away. I noticed that they have a white patch on their heads and white fringes on their wings. I did not pay them much attention thinking that they were probably hunting for insects. A few days ago, I found out the reason why they were there; well hidden inside the thick foliage of my tree was a bird nest.
I had tried to capture the birds on camera but it was a very difficult task. They were very alert and would fly away at the slightest sound or movement, even when I tried to photograph them from inside the house. Maybe a disguise would work. I can disguise myself as Big Bird. No, it would frighten them even more and I do not want them to leave because, according to Chinese folklore, a bird family brings luck and harmony. Honestly, I do not believe in all these myths; how can a bird nest, a rabbit's foot or a four leaf clover bring luck, right?
Now I understand why the birds always show themselves to me at a part away from the nest before flying off. They do not want me to know the location of the nest. Maybe they are afraid that I may make soup with their nest since I am Chinese. Silly birds; people of other races like bird's nest too.
I do not know if there are eggs inside the nest as I have not taken a look. This is because some birds are very sensitive; if they feel that their nest has been disturbed they would fly away never to return.
I am now anxiously waiting for the patter of small feet or, should it be the soft flutter of tiny wings? Every morning I go close to the tree to listen for the soft cries of a hungry nestling. I wonder if anyone would think of me a birdbrain if I behave like an expectant grandfather.
Lee
p.s.
Yesterday I bought a lottery ticket just in case ………………
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Modern Living
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Posted:Jun 12, 2011 9:57 pm
Last Updated:Jun 24, 2011 4:22 pm 2185 Views
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Pic by Lee Swee Wei
Eyes peeled for scraps
hidden by plastic bags blown in the wind
On the wharf, garbage bins
watch the crashing waves
The chase of the fishing boats
seems so far away
Modern living.
Lee
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Foto Friday - Taiwan 1
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Posted:Jun 9, 2011 10:09 am
Last Updated:Jun 12, 2011 9:47 pm 2228 Views
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The photos from the top are:-
1. Sun Moon Lake.
2. Shaved milk ice with a) mango b) red beans.
3. Wooden clogs that improves your health.
4. Street Night Market.
5. A temple.
Lee
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Foto Friday - Taiping
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Posted:Jun 2, 2011 4:20 pm
Last Updated:Mar 28, 2013 9:21 am 2372 Views
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From the top:-
1. A blooming Angsana tree
2. Calisthenics at the Lake Garden in the morning.
3. Kota Road – The white building on the right is the District Office.
4. The Morning Market.
5. Fried noodle seller – He fries noodles with just bean sprouts and yet it’s so delicious.
6. My alma mater – Saint George’s Institution.
7. A view of the town while climbing up Maxwell Hill.
Lee
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Foto Friday - Chiang Rai, Thailand.
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Posted:May 26, 2011 9:06 am
Last Updated:Jun 3, 2011 6:58 am 2300 Views
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Clockwise from top-left:-
1. Stalls outside a temple selling souvenirs, handicraft, etc.
2. Inside an umbrella factory.
3. The Golden Triangle taken from the Mekong River.
4. A Thai temple.
I enjoy Foto Friday because it gives me an opportunity to view some great photos. Although I like the expertly done artistic photos, being an armchair traveler, I prefer photos that show me the beauty of your area. I want to see the world though your lenses.
Lee
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