Cape Kamui vast and boundless as far as the eye can see the magnificent scenery of the Sea of Japan fully unfolds before your eyes
azure sea and blue sky the sea and sky blend into one dawn glows and morning hues vast sky and drifting floating clouds refreshing and delightful to the heart and soul
rolling waves surging tides waves rise and fall endlessly crashing on the rugged coastline
steep cliffs winding paths cape point lighthouse overlook and lit the treacherous waters aiding navigation
sunrise and sunset magical and picturesque cliffs and the sea adorned with enchanting light embellish the beauty of the scenery
a carefree ambiance free-spirited sentiments clear and pure minds merging into nature’s embrace with longing and affection
daisetsuzan range, towering into the clouds continuous white snow, vast and pure covering mountains and streams, reflections of snow sparkle sky and earth slight rain with falling snow, creating a dreamy haze
Asahidake ropeway, hiking up the mountain gazing into the distance from a high point, the vast mountain range expansive and boundless, the white snow extends endlessly the beauty of nature, inspiring awe and longing
summer snow, adorning the valleys with colours of silver observing nature wonders from the ridge, holding warm clothes tightly and stroll along snowflakes dancing in the wind, falling on the clothes cool and refreshing, warming the heart with joy
roaming along the ridges, seeking out secluded places exploring nooks and corners sugatami no ike pond, with its crystal-clear waters the charm of summer snow, amidst the vast sea of clouds the mind wandering in a fairyland, the heart connecting with nature
嵐山公园 Arashiyama Park 27.3.2023天龙寺 Tenryuji 27.3.2023嵐山竹林 Arashiyama bamboo grove 27.3.2023
嵐山 Arashiyama
嵐山 赏樱胜地醉春宵 嵐山公园渡月桥 游览竹林天龙寺 风景秀丽心神怡
渡月桥 山川两岸花彩衣 花香弥漫春气息 夜阑人静桥上步 皎洁明月卧湖溪
嵐山公园 樱花绽开粉白翩 游人休闲诗画间 花海枝瓣春风舞 悠悠情怀寄春心
天龙寺 宏伟寺院俏庭园 文化艺术珍宝藏 樱花枫叶裹禅机 春秋美景歌同林
嵐山竹林 宁静清新游画卷 交相辉映樱竹林 芳华易逝青山在 翠竹参天可修仙
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published on 23.2.2024
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嵐山 Arashiyama
Arashiyama best cherry blossom viewing spot, intoxicating spring night Arashiyama Park, Togetsukyo tour the bamboo grove and Tenryū-ji Temple scenic beauty delights the heart and mind
Togetsukyo flowers adorn both sides of the mountains and rivers the fragrance of flowers fills the air with the breath of spring in the quiet of night, take a stroll on the bridge the bright moon lies on the lake and creek
Arashiyama Park cherry blossoms bloom in pink and white, graceful & elegant travelers relax like in poetry and painting the sea of flowers dances in the spring breeze deep sentimentality is brought forth by spring
Tenryū-ji Temple magnificent temple and charming courtyard cultural and art treasures are preciously kept cherry blossoms and maple leaves behold the Zen essence spring and autumn beautiful scenery reside in the same forest music
Arashiyama bamboo grove tranquil and fresh, like touring in a painting scroll cherry blossoms and bamboo groves complement and enhance each other youthfulness fades, but the green mountains remain tall bamboo reaches for the sky, like a place one can attain immortality
哲学の道 The Philosopher’s Path 27.3.2023蹴上斜坡 keage incline 27.3.2023
哲学の道
哲学の道 樱花意境，优雅浪漫 溪桥小径，花姿摇曳 花瓣飘洒，旖丽梦幻 春光人事，美好无常
香径赏樱 溪畔徘徊，依桥静思 垂樱寒樱，染井吉野 淡粉花海，绚丽多彩 柔软垂姿，花香弥漫
绝佳景点 寺庙庭园，花墙隧道 永観堂前，南禅寺内 蹴上斜坡，绝美景观 典雅氛围，如在画中
花思解语 岁月途径，缘分交织 机缘偶遇，聚散离合 悠然漫步，深思感悟 探寻生命，解读人生
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published on 20.2.2024
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The Philosopher’s Path
the philosopher’s path cherry blossom ambiance, elegant and romantic streams, bridges, pathways, adorned with swaying flowers petals float and sprinkle, a scenery of dreamlike beauty life and passing springtime, beautiful and transient
fragrant path for cherry blossom viewing wandering by the stream, contemplating by the bridge weeping cherry, cold cherry, somei yoshino light pink sea of flowers, vibrant and colorful soft and drooping swaying, fragrance filling the air
excellent attractions temples and gardens, sakura blooms lined like walls and tunnels in front of Eikan-do, inside Nanzen-ji Keage Incline, breathtaking vistas elegant ambiance, like in a painting
flower-inspired musings journey of time, intertwining of fate fortuitous encounters, coming together and drifting apart leisurely strolls, deep thoughts and reflections exploring life, interpreting existence
Nara’s Yoshino Mountain hanami – cherry blossoms viewing adores the spring light a thousand cherry trees in full bloom delights the heart viewing the flowers spring sun lit up the valley yamazakura blossoms dancing on the branches the hillside adorned with a sea of flowers swaying like singing in the wind spring colors are infinitely beautiful scenes of beauty are kept like treasures in the heart
somei yoshino cherry blossoms in full bloom thousands of them at lower, middle, and upper senbon in front of the Yoshimizu Shrine a thousand stunning cherry blossoms in a single view a mountain of flowers in pink float and sprinkle like strolling in a poem recital cool breeze quiver the flower petals exquisite and colorful posture a scene of spring breeze painting the woods flowers lingering endearing the heart
hiking up to oku senbon walking in the mountains in springtime looking over a sea of flowers from the mountaintop cherry blossoms dye a thousand trees red @ naka senbon listening to the flower language in the deep mountains heart in stillness is enlightened in Zen cherish the present in spring dreams true beauty connects with eternity poetry, painting, wind, song, and dance are all in the language of the flowers
Miyajima is located in Hiroshima Bay nature scenic beauty of mountains and sea historical temples and ancient halls of worship shrines, old streets, and delicious food tasting spectacular and sacred great torii gate one of Japan’s three famous sights brisk hike up the mountain, feeling invigorated and refreshed looking over the sea views, feeling relaxed and content
flowers bloom in march bringing forth the colours of spring yamazakura, shidare zakura(weeping cherry blossoms), and yaezakura snow-white and pink colour the painting scroll the beauty of youth is momentary, affection endures gazing afar at the islands, a sea of pink flowers up close, mountain covered in a blanket of white yamazakura floating like white snow in the plains weeping cherry blossoms sway gracefully red
cherry blossoms bloom and the path of life spring colors are fleeting, life journey is long strolling along path in the park the spring breeze softly brushes the face carrying a fragrant scent cherry blossoms float and sprinkle like poetry sentiments like flower petals dance gracefully a faint fragrance surrounds the spring presence the charm of flowers pervades, swaying the heart
hanami (sakura viewing) in Japan during the cherry blossom season entire garden of spring beauty intoxicates the heart beauty imprinted in the heart, no wasted moments imagery of poetry and songs uninterrupted time passes, cherished love remains petals fall, yet the affection endures flowers blossom and fall in fleeting moments cycle of life carries on, beauty endures
slow work produces delicate results low heat brings true skill gentle flames reflect chef’s intentions low temperature reveals lasting affection a spark ignites feelings the fire warms the heart exquisite dishes, great wines intoxicate fragrant scents wander through dreams
in the glitter and shade of chef’s knife & scissors hearth’s flames at it’s optimum fresh ingredients sauces finely tuned high flames, hot pots aroma of cooking surrounds seasoning the best perfect timing and rich aromas colour, fragrance and taste, all harmonize mouthwatering delights await
culinary skills filled with love precise knife work, delicate and fine cooking with insights and methods mastering dishes with ease perfect timing exquisite flavors appreciate the cooking artistry share and enjoy delicious food together
Chinese cuisine, vast and profound Shandong, Sichuan, Jiangsu, Guangdong, Fujian, Hunan, Zhejiang stir-fry, braise, fry, boil, steam, roast, bake crisp, refreshing, tender, smooth, sour, spicy, fragrant innovation in cooking techniques, blending Eastern and Western flavors fusion of culinary art heart and skills from East and West attention to details and skillful hands offer delicious flavors irresistible aroma tantalizes the senses and leave aftertaste food warms the heart and leaves lingering memories cuisine and cooking convey true affection
retirement, huh? unemployed or unemployable either way, it’s just being a jobless wanderer!
through the long years with a leisurely mindset sunrise and its brilliance beautiful moments and scenery green foliage and blue sky bird singing and flower fragrance brisk walk and morning exercises slow gentle taiji
with a heart full of gratitude relax and looking forward to welcome every single day of life’s journey ahead
career path is tiring and tough overcome obstacles and difficulties, and move ahead strive in pursuit of dreams see the fruits of hard work completely absorbed in the path to success but not forget family in the worldly journey tally gains and losses enjoy leisure in old age
after a lifetime of toil it’s time to enjoy peace and tranquility to delight in the little pleasure around us
successes and failures, gains and losses belong to yesterday achievements and fame are fleeting love is like spring, enduring and ever present time passes and never returns with a warm smile, observe life’s emotions and changes worries disappear and the mind is at ease chill, go with the flow, and free-spirited contentment fills the tranquil and comfortable heart
winner takes all loser becomes the bandit it has been so since ancient times history is written by the victors official history and unofficial history the credibility of historical records historians, archaeologists can they accurately authenticate?
facts and truths right and wrong, black and white ultimately, the truth will come out the net of heaven is sparse but not leaky the three views of the descendants of Huaxia 华夏 upright and bold, righteous and stern words in a post truth society can it still be preserved?
western hegemony centuries of racial discrimination in colonies exploitation, slaughter, plunder, and robbery rampant tyranny without law or heaven there is historical evidence even if black and white are reversed with shameless double standards hypocrisy, lies and deceit how can they replace the facts?
Western “Democracy” form without substance Members of Congress and the Senate pursue their own self-interests no democratic intention, no spirit of dedication and service without the people in mind, naturally they don’t win the people’s hearts what trickle-down effect of low taxes? it’s just a game arena where vested interests line their pockets there is no “for the people”, people’s needs are not addressed, welfare is sidelined
and treatment of countries in the Global South even more tyrannical and dictatorial, behavior of a bully cultural hegemony through controlled “free” press blind ideological brainwashing with social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok the emperor is finally without clothes, appears naked, unable to hide anymore! having lost the sense of justice, righteousness, and shame how can humanity not perish?
that year running by the lake spring breeze gently brushing the face, a reflection of the colour of peach blossoms fondle the dawn glow lean against the morning sun boating leisurely on the water brew tea in the peach garden
the green water twists and turns the journey of life is long summer brings many opportunities the sunlight illuminates the future body mind and ambition at its peak and all things are achievable with infinite sense of mission having met all ambitions and achieved fulfilment
this evening strolling by the water drinking together by the lake and river embracing the evening sun maple leaves are our bedding the evening glow our pillow fishing for the moon in the lake seeing the reflections of a couple
traveling the river of fate together in the same craft hand in hand along the corridor of time curate the experiences roaming the world with no wasted moments enjoy the beautiful scenery of spring and autumn, in the journey of life star constellation dancing slowly through a millennium nights sharing the soul of songs and poetic rhymes on spring evening fine wine, heartwarming and intoxicating through the long night licking frost, drinking dew, through the myriad shared experiences, love becomes stronger
strong winds long for and chase the drifting clouds only part by shedding tears into the river sudden rain embraces and nurtures the earth willingly offers itself to create a rainbow
waves interminable undulations pushing back to front amplifying the surge wave spray droplets caress the sand day and night quietly waiting a millennium to a day the transformation of the coastline
vast sea boundless and ever-changing true love’s infinite inclusiveness in its embrace mulberry fields quiet, stable, enduring silently standing guard for eternity
migratory birds persevere flight of thousand miles in seek of warmth building nests, hatching eggs spring grass the growth and continuation of new life greening entire mountains and forests
morning sun radiant light illuminates the entire land nurturing and growing all things bright moon moonbeams of tenderness accompanying me into my dreams restoring and nurturing the body and soul
edge of the sky morning glow keeps one company for a distant journey and await and welcome in the deep those returning land’s end vast and profound, the soul of the song is uninterrupted a sustained melody that outlasts myriad mountains and seas
past and present the passage of time, new replaces the old the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty remains unchanged time and space stars dance, time passes endearing human love transcends eternity
in those years alone in a foreign land every holiday intensified the longing for family waiting for letters took two weeks without Google Pinyin, can only write few lines of chinese letter phone calls were even rarer, unless something happened at home prayers were for not receiving that call
my parents in their sixties not quite that old folks then endure a lifetime of toil without much self-care left home at eighteen, the day before family gathered at a “zichar”food stall sending me off that was the last time I saw my father less than a year later, he was gone fortunately, I returned and saw my mother during winter break the next year, she was gone too
returning to the homeland departed from Paya Lebar, returned to Changi Airport, the two elders were no more elder brother and sister were married my world of growing up is now completely changed parents gone early, desires to care for them unmet back then, I was truly wooden and numb unexpressive of sorrow, only confusion and regrets
recalling childhood days grandma chanting scriptures, praying for the fortune cup father’s dictatorial authoritarian shouts bringing home festival offerings from the store, rare occasions to taste chicken, duck, and pork mother’s asthma affliction, sickness and pain, groaning day and night pickled vegetables, radishes, watery porridge, and porridge water, boiled fish in clear water distant dreamy memories fade and blur over time as ethereal as a wisp of light smoke
decades later elder brother in Shantou’s Chenghai had also passed away still keeping regular contact with his wife, daughter, and family life’s affairs and circumstances change in the blink of an eye, time flies and things change tides rise and fall, seasons come and go children have built their own careers and families a new generation of precious little ones witness the continuation of life, the nourishment of family bonds
childhood, seems like yesterday climb trees, play hide and seek, play soccer match fighting spiders, fighting fish, glass-coated kite strings, chase paper kites clueless and carefree
in school and outside semester exams, sports, extracurricular activities make trouble, play truant, fight, study at last minute in a flash, comes and goes without a trace
a good man should be proud to join the army marching, foot drills, obstacle course, combat training, live firing 24km route march deliver responsible and mature youths
start work，university each his own needs and limitations, and each goes his own way graduate, start employment, happy in work with pride and dedication unveil the next chapter in life
falling in love snuggle together against the sunset and linger in the evening glow pulling the starry sky to cover ourselves and the full moon as our pillow sweet and magical
passion of the young heart great ambitions lofty aspirations start a business, develop novel fields, and change society fixated with end goals and miss the joy of the journey
get married start family raise children, careful nurturing and devotion like giving light and warmth to blade of grass soul mates, growing old together a lifetime of guarding over, a lifetime of care and devotion
passed middle age, only then slow down the pace and relax the body and mind enjoy the people and things around us relish the little moments of joy in life
turn around, and already sporting white hair not to claim success in life nor to say having achieved great aspirations and ambitions can only say “been there, done that”
having 60 years eventful experiences and challenges, looking back the journey of life is intertwined with destiny, connections and encounters afloat in the ripples of time seeking the unique melody of life
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