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Summer Palette

Summer brought around various colourful adornments for water front area. I did not notice it until recently when I was taking a stroll in the park.

Gone were the shades of grey and white, replaced with vibrant colours and textures.

I would have taken these shots earlier, during Spring, if not for the persistent drizzle and lingering chill from Winter that took forever to leave.

The stripes of red on Smeaton's tower looked bolder as compared to when Winter dominated the scene.

Looking Out to the Sea (Out the Window II )

There were many who were like him, braving the cold breeze, waiting for bait to bring something in. I wonder if he caught anything, however I doubt it would be anything bigger than your palm. Maybe it was all in the fun of anticipating.

This made me question, why was he wearing a high visibility jacket. Was it because that you have to show yourself to everyone and not appear as a 'shooter without consent'?

Heartwarming shot of three generations together on a stroll by the sea. This was a special one, as most of the time, I saw couples of all ages, kids with parents, kids with siblings, not like this.

Friends, are family that you have chosen.

Frozen Movements, Plymouth

Sea horses, which have no use for hooves, have paddles in its place.

The statue of Richard Hooker in Exeter hitch hiking this post. I was particularly interested in the name rather than the statue itself.

The Naval War Memorial on the Hoe spots a special pinnacle on its obelisk-like structure.

The Memorial Lion Guard overlooking the lighthouse and guards against any threats from the sea.

Racing by the Hoe

Honda Formula 4-Stroke Powerboats 2009 caused some ripples this weekend morning, pitching 6 powerboats racing against one another.

These 225hp power boats rocking up and down with only a fraction of the boat hull in contact with the water. It was a scenic track surrounded by the lighthouse, large vessels out in the sea and curious spectators on the promenade.

I was expecting more speed and sound from the event, however I might have set my expectation unrealistically high. I could put the finger on the movie industry for that I suppose hahaha...

There were many spectators who gathered by the pier side, enjoying the warm rays of the sun and taking in the rumbling sound of the engine while the powerboat roared past their very eyes.

Happy Father's Day

I miss home and wish I were there for all the happenings at home...
and my sister is not helping by sending Father's day celebration photo to me hahaha

They Were Everywhere...

Bikes from everywhere, types, colours and make.
Even learner license holders wouldn't miss out such a chance.

Who said bikes were only for guys?

I looked like an idiot trying to take this kind of shots,
putting my camera on the tarmac road, yikes...

A logo that can be seen from pianos and saxophones to robots and super bikes,
amazing isn't it?

Plymouth Mega-Ride 2009

My colleague just bought a new bike. They don't call them super bikes here, just plain 'bikes'. It was him who invited me to snap some photos of him and his Fazer in the charity event Mega-Ride in Plymouth. I would not have known of the event else wise.

Each participant pays a minimal fees of 2GBP and then ride down 30miles from Lee Mill to the Hoe in Plymouth in the throngs. An estimated 8000 bikers took part in the event.

Not just bikes, but quads as well were spotted in the event. Scooters, motorbikes with side cars, all sorts of bikes with unique designs and colours.

I really didn't expect it to be this big. You could go around taking photos of individual bikes and would not finish by the time they left the Hoe. You could, but I didn't, however, a quiet voice just wished that I had one to bring me out of this place.

Sneak Preview

Guess the event...

Go-Karting

A sunny weekend, a light mood, a smooth drive along the countryside. Deep inside, anticipation was heightening every step of the journey towards the Gokarting track.

Finally we arrived on the destination. Remember when you wanted to bang your colleague so hard on the head, or when you just wanted to do it with no reason at all, this was the chance! No ranks, no titles, no position, just you, your kart and the rising adrenaline!

We signed up for the grand prix package, including 3 heats and one final race with 6 top drivers for a trophy and champagne. Everyone was driving like there was no tomorrow, cars spinning, hands waving, crash guards changing location on the track.

It turned out great, so good that we might come back again in the future.

New Findings...

Look what I just discovered!
All 4 backgrounds of Hong Kong Disneyland tickets
comes together to show the panoramic view of Victoria Harbour
from Tsim Sha Tsui!

P/s: Ignore the fingertips, when I have the chance, I will scan the 4 and replace with clearer versions.

Not-So-Typical-Sunday

Dinners sometimes drive me nuts. Well, more of the planning part, not really of the enjoying part. Occasionally I would succumb to the idea of just having simply to drive a mere 5 minutes out for a decent meal. Other times I would have the inspiration to dish out something different.

This was one of those times.

A friend from London gave me the stocks for preparing a great herbal soup. The best thing about soups is that you can leave them simmering with all the ingredients of your choice, making it a highly efficient way of cooking. This left me with nearly one hour of preparing the rest of the dishes.

Minced meat with chopped chillies, garlic and a dash of black pepper, rolled into spheres of goodness, thrown into the sizzling hot oil and deep fried to (near) perfection. Just before serving, smother it with Tom Yam sauce for a fusion dish et voila, très magnifique!

I'm a strong believer that the appearance of your meal can greatly improve your appetite. Try eating your food blindfolded, a great meal will turn out bland if you deprive yourself visually. All the senses have to work together (more so if I were the one holding the wok). Bon appetit!