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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2014 7:02 am Post subject: |
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Yuka wrote: | Heike , thanks for the beautiful pictures! |
Yuka, though it takes really some time to upload all the pics, it really is a pleasure. Hope you enjoy them! _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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yitian
Joined: 06 Jul 2011 Posts: 2173 Location: United States
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Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2014 7:57 pm Post subject: |
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Tin-Yau wrote: | Sing??? me? Yitian, I want those butterflies to sit down not drop dead |
They can become hypnotized when you sing to them, and you can take as many beautiful pictures as you like .
Thanks for sharing the new pics . |
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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2014 6:00 am Post subject: |
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yitian wrote: | Tin-Yau wrote: | Sing??? me? Yitian, I want those butterflies to sit down not drop dead |
They can become hypnotized when you sing to them, and you can take as many beautiful pictures as you like . |
Ja, well ... I`d rather not. Animal rights, you know.
yitian wrote: | Thanks for sharing the new pics . |
Hope you like them. _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2014 6:24 am Post subject: |
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This morning I suddenly realized, today is the funeral of my brother in law`s father. He died after I left for HK. Another funeral in our family within a few weeks.
So I decided the least I can do is a little pilgrimage, sort of. So Lantau it is.
I guess you know him already from last year.
Po Lin monastery from up the hill. The construction of the bigger building in the back is going on since a few years already. Can`t wait till it`s finished.
Pretty nature along The Wisdom Path, not sure if I gained any ... wisdom I mean.
I was told by a young couple, that these are Buddhas words. Anybody can give me translation, please? At least of one. Pleeese.
Temple in Tai O.
In some cultures this is an offensive gesture. But he looks powerful, doesn`t he?
In Tai O I`ve spent a little more time walking around then usual and found a sign post "Cemetery". I thought chinese cemetery are usually up the hill AND have a nice view. So I went up some really exhausing steps and ...
Tai O from up the hill.
... it was worth it, don`t you think?
Tomorrow I might go to Stanley, not sure yet.
Oh I nearly forgot. Any wishes regarding pics? More food? Or anything else? Tell me, if it`s possible I`ll do it. _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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Safran
Joined: 22 Mar 2006 Posts: 2612 Location: Austria
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Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2014 9:03 am Post subject: |
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Very nice Lantau-pics dear Heike
I feel sorry for you, you had a second big loss in your family...within a few weeks. Guess your visit to the giant Buddha and the ancient cementary was the best you could do in your situation.
Regarding your HK reportage:
You'll probably get the titlle as " TL forum's official photo-reporter " (Section Europe) soon ....Simply keep on doing just the way you do... and like. In my view, you do a great job.(a mix of nice pics and short informations )
Here a cooler Easter-weekend is coming soon....guess yiu will not miss
See you !...hopefully soon again |
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yitian
Joined: 06 Jul 2011 Posts: 2173 Location: United States
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Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2014 12:41 pm Post subject: |
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Sorry to hear you loss Heike, wish the Giant Buddha give you calm and strength.
Love your pics, all of them . In your pic of a forest of Buddha's words, I noticed one (the only one I can read clearly) saying "不生不滅不垢不淨" - this is part of "The Heart Sutra". My English is too poor to properly translate the true meaning - Maybe you can read several versions of translated "心經" online and appreciate the wisdom of the entire piece from there . |
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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2014 4:54 pm Post subject: |
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yitian wrote: | In your pic of a forest of Buddha's words, I noticed one (the only one I can read clearly) saying "不生不滅不垢不淨" - this is part of "The Heart Sutra". My English is too poor to properly translate the true meaning - Maybe you can read several versions of translated "心經" online and appreciate the wisdom of the entire piece from there . |
Thanks a lot Yitian, that`s a big help. I`ve read a book about the Heart Sutra and explanations to it some time ago. _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2014 5:01 pm Post subject: |
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Safran wrote: | Here a cooler Easter-weekend is coming soon....guess yiu will not miss See you !...hopefully soon again |
The weather here should be around 22-28 degrees. _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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ham
Joined: 22 Oct 2004 Posts: 1269 Location: Thailand
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Posted: Thu Apr 17, 2014 8:39 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks a lot for the beautiful pics. Heike
I visited there on third day of this trip, I took cable car to go there so I didn't
visit some place.I will try to take the bus next time. |
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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 2:28 am Post subject: |
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ham wrote: | Thanks a lot for the beautiful pics. Heike
I visited there on third day of this trip, I took cable car to go there so I didn't
visit some place.I will try to take the bus next time. |
In my opinion, taking the bus to The Peak is more fun, in addition no endless queuing up and cheaper.
Glad you like the pics. _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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Tin-Yau
Joined: 19 Aug 2012 Posts: 1165 Location: Germany
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 2:45 am Post subject: |
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OK, friends another day.
Yesterday I went to Stanley.
Stanley from above.
Anyone in the mood for a little shopping?
Scary if you zoom in. Was about as big as my hand.
Today I went to The Peak again in hope for a clear view - no dice. And since the easter holidays started today it was like war up there. I`ve never seen that place that crowded. What to do: Back to my cozy little island. But of course there was like war as well. I even had to queue up and wait for about 30 minutes to get on a ferry back to Yung Shue Wan. Anyway, that gave me a chance to discover the paths of YSW away from main street.
Found a small temple. Can someone confirm that this is Guan Gung as well? But with different attribute? The weapon is missing. Anyone?
On the way back I`ve seen an old lady selling this and was on cloud nine. No idea what the name is, but it`s filled with red bean and I love it. If you check "Operation HK the 12th" back then I also was looking for this stuff but couldn`t find it. Any help with the cantonese name?
Tomorow I will meet Eri.
And another highlight ahead:YSW Tin Hau Festival with cantonese opera is from tomorrow till wednesday and dragon boat races are on the 20th. _________________ Water which is too pure has no fish. |
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Yuka
Joined: 11 Jan 2008 Posts: 469 Location: Tokyo
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 5:07 am Post subject: |
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Thanks Heike for uploading nice pictures.
I'm still working on Friday night....That's life, anyway.
Please enjoy, Heike and Eri |
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sparkles_n15
Joined: 16 Aug 2007 Posts: 276 Location: Toronto
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 6:33 am Post subject: |
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Sooooo jealous of all the good food you're eating!!!!
If I manage to teleport, maybe I can join you both tomorrow.
Enjoy your time in HK!!
ps. Is that some kind of a 豆沙糯米糍? (Dou sa nuo mai chi) Glutinous rice balls with red bean filling? |
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yitian
Joined: 06 Jul 2011 Posts: 2173 Location: United States
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 3:01 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the new set of pics, look both beautiful and delicious . |
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Eri
Joined: 28 May 2004 Posts: 876 Location: Japan
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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 10:49 pm Post subject: |
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Hello everyone.
I am now at the Repulsbay with Heike.
It is very nice looking at the buildings near by and the sea.
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