Off to New York and Washington

Just recovered from a bout of flu and am now ready for this adventure.

Washington will be my second visit and I am looking forward to revisit some of the places.
But I am more excited about New York as this will be my first visit.

A friend has just shared her experience of going up the Statue of Liberty. She described the sense of claustrophobia as she climbed through the neck of Liberty and then rewarded with the wonderful panoramic view from the crown after this. I am certainly looking forward to live this experience.

Another friend recommended the new monument dedicated to anti terrorism. The forward I received showed this hugh tear drop mounted on a sculpture which was designed, produced and donated by Russia. This is the new tourist sight in ground zero.

I have to be selective for there are so many things to experience in this bustling city. Will be sharing my experiences later.

Hari Ibu 2009

The Lemons boys called from Beijing to wish me Happy Grandmothers' Day. It was uplifting to hear them sing the song in Chinese. I'm so proud of them. They have picked up the language so fast. This is a reminder that I have to put in more effort to pick up spoken Chinese. I take the easy way out, that is by watching TV shows. But I rely too much on the subtitles. Well, I will keep on with my weak effort and eventually I will succeed.

Golden gals

We had a good time yesterday. SSL Traders served an affordable set lunch for RM 9.90.

The main topic of conversation was the TMGS old gals function to be held on August 15. So bookmark this date. I believe that there will be plenty in store, not to mention the fellowship with former classmates and teachers.

This pic will keep you updated on some of the whos who in our club.

TMGS Retirees club

We are meeting again for our monthy lunch today.This time it is at the SSL Traders Hotel. It is a new hotel in Kamunting and the setting is cosy and the food is well, it depends on what you are looking for!!

Such gatherings offer us a chance to chit chat, have a good laugh and share our five sen worth of wisdom. I look forward to such fellowship and we have to thank Ms Satwant Kaur and Ms Helen Teoh who are the backbone of this project.

Come and join us when you are in town first Wednesday of the month. Call up a TMGS retiree for information on the venue.

Day after Hi TMGS

Had a wonderful time yesterday in Hotel Singgahsana.

Meeting up with former collegues, catching up with developments over all these years, made me feel young again.Though the years may have added some wisdom lines on their faces, the spirit still remained unchanged.

It was a rewarding experience to have former students come up to introduce themeselves and also to convey regards. Their success stories in all their undertakings more than make up for some of the frustrations and anguished moments as a teacher.

The air was fully charged with the spirit of "Live worthily" and we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The entertaining presentations from the Show girls, the melodious singing of the song birds and the presentation of the sentimental poem by Suet Fun kept everyone involved the whole afternoon.

As an added bonus,I priveleged to meet Swee Bin and Suet Fun. Such great ladies who have selflessly rendered service to their alma mater. We are proud of you and dp continue with the good work.

Excuse the photos which were taken a few years ago. I am learning to insert pics from Swee Bins quick instructions to me yesterday.