Wishing everyone of the Christain faithHAPPY EASTER!
May God bless and love us always.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
OUR GARDEN
My wife enjoys gardening. She has done a very good job to brighten up our home with plants and flowers. 
I like the four O'clock flowers lining the upper edge of the flower bed. The peace lilies which are actually indoor plants but grow remarkably well outside. 
Close-up of the four o'clock flowers - there are many other colour but I prefer the pink and the white
We have a reasonable size garden planted with some fruit trees but majority are flowering plants.
One of the common but popular "Golden shower orchids." 
Orchids are her favourite - Some of the beautiful "Hybrid orchids" in bloom.
We lined up bougainvilleas to brighten up the fence in the backyard. 
I must compliment her for putting in a lot of effort, time and heart in maintaining these beautiful plants and flowers.
I like the four O'clock flowers lining the upper edge of the flower bed. The peace lilies which are actually indoor plants but grow remarkably well outside. Close-up of the four o'clock flowers - there are many other colour but I prefer the pink and the whiteWe have a reasonable size garden planted with some fruit trees but majority are flowering plants.One of the common but popular "Golden shower orchids." Orchids are her favourite - Some of the beautiful "Hybrid orchids" in bloom. We lined up bougainvilleas to brighten up the fence in the backyard. This young Lantana will be a beauty in a few months time.
I must compliment her for putting in a lot of effort, time and heart in maintaining these beautiful plants and flowers.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
IT'S SPRING IN JAPAN!
Springtime in Japan is absolutely spectacular with so many beautiful flowers especially the "Sakura" (Cherry blossoms). It's time to enjoy the warmth of Spring after the cold Winter.There is nothing more pleasant than strolling under a canopy of cherry blossoms. Me and my family had never missed visiting the parks every Spring when we were there in the 90s.
Miura san again reminded me of so many fond memories with these beautiful pictures taken at the park in Iwatsuki, Saitama.
To many Japanese, the " Hanami" or "花見", literally means "flower viewing" (Cherry blossoms) season is one of the most pleasurable times of the year. 
There are many species of Sukura. One of my favourite is the Shidare-zakura. The tree with branches that fall like a weeping willow bearing bright pink double flowers.
The beautiful Shidare zakura "枝垂れ桜" is also know as "weeping cherry blossoms". 
Families and friends could be seen cherishing the beautiful surrounding in the park. I hope this Spring will bless Japan for a speeding recovery from the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami.
Miura san again reminded me of so many fond memories with these beautiful pictures taken at the park in Iwatsuki, Saitama.To many Japanese, the " Hanami" or "花見", literally means "flower viewing" (Cherry blossoms) season is one of the most pleasurable times of the year. There are many species of Sukura. One of my favourite is the Shidare-zakura. The tree with branches that fall like a weeping willow bearing bright pink double flowers. The beautiful Shidare zakura "枝垂れ桜" is also know as "weeping cherry blossoms". Families and friends could be seen cherishing the beautiful surrounding in the park. I hope this Spring will bless Japan for a speeding recovery from the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami. Every year, I would return to Japan for holiday especially for the "Hanami". I was unable to make it this Spring because of the recent unfortunate disaster in Northern Japan. " 残念ですね" (too bad, I could'nt make it)
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
A WEDDING PARTY
We attended a wedding party at the Borneo Paradise Resort at Kinarut, 25 minutes from the City. The invitation came from my sister-in-law whose niece was the bride. 
Congratulation to the newly wed couple as they were walking into the reception hall.
Soap bubbles were blown into the air to welcome the couple. 
They settled down on the decorated dais.
Congratulation to the newly wed couple as they were walking into the reception hall. 
Soap bubbles were blown into the air to welcome the couple. They settled down on the decorated dais. Wedding cakes and beautiful flowers set-up. 
"Thank you" Gift-sets for the guests
Family members. 
Before the dinner, some finger food was served. 
It was an evening of joy with good music and the traditional local Sabah cuisine.
"Thank you" Gift-sets for the guests
Family members. 
Before the dinner, some finger food was served. It was an evening of joy with good music and the traditional local Sabah cuisine. Thursday, March 31, 2011
SPRING IS NEARLY THERE (JAPAN)
Miura san sent me this beautiful plum blossom picture taken near his home in Saitama prefecture, last week. This is the "Prunus mume" commonly known as Japanese Apricot. It normally blooms when Spring is near. 
It is also known as Ume "梅" or "うめ". Many Spring festivals often feature "ume" blossoms, symbolizing the end of winter and the beginning of a new season. Cherry blossom or Sakura is not too far from now.
I hope this Spring will bring cheers to the people of Japan and an early recovery after the horrible earthquake and tsunami.
It is also known as Ume "梅" or "うめ". Many Spring festivals often feature "ume" blossoms, symbolizing the end of winter and the beginning of a new season. Cherry blossom or Sakura is not too far from now. I hope this Spring will bring cheers to the people of Japan and an early recovery after the horrible earthquake and tsunami.
Friday, March 25, 2011
RADIATION SCREENING AT KOTA KINABALU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Following the nuclear fallout in Japan,the Malaysian Atomic Energy Licensing Board has carried out radiation screening at Kota Kinabalu International Airport on incoming passengers arriving from Japan since last Sunday. 
According to the Malaysia Airport Authority, the screening is a precautionary measure and that the operation is strictly directly at passengers who boarded flights from Japan. If any passenger is detected with radiation symptom, he/she would be referred to the main general hospital.
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To date, all passengers arriving from the Japan - Kota Kinabalu flights were free of radiation.
According to the Malaysia Airport Authority, the screening is a precautionary measure and that the operation is strictly directly at passengers who boarded flights from Japan. If any passenger is detected with radiation symptom, he/she would be referred to the main general hospital..
To date, all passengers arriving from the Japan - Kota Kinabalu flights were free of radiation.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
JAPAN EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI
Last weekend, I was glued to the TV watching live telecast of the horrible views of the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of northeast Japan followed by the powerful tsunami sweeping through the northern cities and countryside. 
I did not realised that this was the biggest earthquake ever in Japan until I switched on my TV upon arriving home on Friday. I had experienced earthquakes when I was in Japan in the 90s but they were mild. 
Tsunami triggered by the earthquake approaching the shore of Natori, Miyagi prefecture.
It was horrifying to watch the tsunami hitting the shores along Iwanuma. 
Sendai airport was badly hit - the entire airport’s terminal was surrounded by water. The ramp and runway were were completely submerged.
Light planes and vehicles were among the debris at Sendai airport. 
NHK showing cars and containers floating in a massive tsunami wave. 
I did not realised that this was the biggest earthquake ever in Japan until I switched on my TV upon arriving home on Friday. I had experienced earthquakes when I was in Japan in the 90s but they were mild. Tsunami triggered by the earthquake approaching the shore of Natori, Miyagi prefecture.It was horrifying to watch the tsunami hitting the shores along Iwanuma. Sendai airport was badly hit - the entire airport’s terminal was surrounded by water. The ramp and runway were were completely submerged.Light planes and vehicles were among the debris at Sendai airport. NHK showing cars and containers floating in a massive tsunami wave. Thousands lost their life in this horrible disaster. I managed to get through to all my friends in Japan especially those in Tokyo and Sendai area. I am glad that all of them including their families are safe.
My condolence and deepest sympathy to those who lost their loved ones.
Note: Pictures were taken from the TV and media.
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