Monthly Archives: July 2012

Do ghosts exist? Have you met a ghost?

Is there any ghost in this world? Does ghost exist at all? Has anyone seen a real ghost? Anyone ever talked to a ghost? Is there a so-called Fourth Dimension? What do you think? Since time immemorial, humans of all … Continue reading

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Are you a lefty?

One of the problems with lots of things is that they are made for right-handed people. And yet some 10 percent of people are left-handed, and they suffer from the world’s bias in favor of the righthand. Fossil evidence shows … Continue reading

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The importance of an occupation after retirement …

As we get older we sometimes begin to doubt our ability to “make a difference” in the world. It is at these times that our hopes are boosted by the remarkable achievements of other “seniors” who have found the courage … Continue reading

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Our homeless sleeping in public places

Last Fri late at night, I was at a coffee shop near to Blk 58 Hawker Centre New Upp Changi Rd. It’s my usual habit to have a coffee after work before I return home and call it a day. … Continue reading

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难得湖涂 (nán ​dé​ hú​ tú)

​ Like most Chinese, I like this phrase – “难得湖涂 (nán ​dé​ hú​ tú).” Only four Chinese characters but it encapsulates the essence of the Chinese way of life and its living philosophy. The complete phrase with its following description … Continue reading

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