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Apr22
Miracles
by Stinkyposted in News
Sometimes miracles just happen. But seldom do we open our eyes to see them. Routine sort of gets in the way and you tend to overlook the simple things that can oft times be inexplicable. So the reason for the late post was because I went to see a little miracle down in Melbourne. What is it you may ask? My nephew and his wife recently gave birth to a little girl. The miracle of creating life is a wondrous thing. But what makes it all the more special is that the little girl is the 1st fourth generation baby in our family. Yes that’s right – my parents child’s child’s child. Tongue twister right? So I’m lucky enough to be a Grand Uncle… or is it a Great Uncle? I could never tell the difference.
On another note, I think Stinky has found it a little cumbersome to fly around the world. So I heard that he recently went on a road trip! That’s right. And what’s more interesting is that he has a bunch of photos being processed to show you a few things he got up to during his short holiday. Once he gets back, I’ll make sure to share some of the interesting stories with you. But until then, stay warm and safe. Winter is coming.
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Mar30
The good old days
by Stinkyposted in News
Happy Easter everyone. We hope that you are enjoying your much deserved long weekend. So I’m sitting in a shopping mall on Orchard Road Singapore writing to you. The hustle and bustle here is very hard to even get an opportunity to sit down and write something. Yesterday I visited Sentosa Island and found it hard to even walk because of all the people there. I thought it would be the wise thing to do and visit on a weekday but much to my dismay, I realised that Singapore also had a public holiday on Good Friday.
As I walk the streets and see parents holding their children – laughing, joking and enjoying each others company – I start to think back to my childhood and remember all the good times I shared with my parents. It’s hard to imagine how much I had relied on them for enjoyment, nurturing and comfort. Sometimes I really wish I was a kid again because things were much more simpler. You were told what to do and if you didn’t execute you would be disciplined for it.
Now when I see my parents, I see two strong hearted individuals who with age are becoming frail and forgetful. It reminds me of this story I was once told about a mischievous little boy. As a kid he was always getting into trouble. And each time he was caught red handed his mother would be the one to cane him. But even though his mother had hit him with all her might, he would stand there and not shed a single tear. As the years went by, he continued being the menace that he was and continued to reap the wraith of his mother’s beatings. A few more years had gone by and one day his mother had caught him once again doing something that he shouldn’t have. She took out her cane and unleashed her fury on him. But his time he could feel that something was different. His mother stopped her beating and watched in astonishnent as her son, for the first time that she could remember, stand there and cry. He cried and wiped his tears with his sleeve and walked over to whisper the word sorry whilst holding her with warm embrace. They both stood there crying. His mother stopped and was curious as to why her son had cried. She asked him why for the first time he had cried. He said that this time she didn’t hit him as hard and realised that his mother was getting older. He was sorry for all the trouble that he caused and decided to change. It is a short story, but as I write it I feel tears carve streaks down my cheeks as I think of my parents.
It’s wonderful how friends and family get together during public holidays to share food and mingle. Everyone is so busy nowadays so you should really treasure the opportunity to get together and relax. We hope that the rest of the weekend showers you with good weather, good laughter and good times. Here’s to good health and the good old days. Cheers.
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by Stinkyposted in News
Today marks the 75th birthday for my father. Food and cakes aside, you look at a man that has been through war, famine, struggles and triumphs and think to yourself ‘What have I accomplished in this life? What will be my legacy when I leave?’ For my father it is easy enough to list; for me it seems somewhat harder – could it possibly be because I do not have a family of my own? You hear stories of people doing miraculous and in some cases almost superhuman things to protect and provide for their families. I have even heard of a mother lifting a car off of her crushed child. Whether this is the truth or a fictional tale, it’s there to remind us that family is precious. So take the time to tell your parents that you are sorry when the need arises, and show them that you love them when you can. Most times they will act as though it is nothing, but deep down inside you know it makes them happy.
On another note, Sydney’s weather has been quite unpredictable lately. Could it be because we have been Degenerised? What’s that you ask? Ellen! You know… Ellen Degeneres. Absolutely everyone is on the band wagon. Why not I say! Her contagious smile just makes you want to be happy and dance. Did you know she’s also a vegan? What a great role model.
So as you are all aware, Stinky has travelled to some awesome locations throughout Asia. But there is so much of the world left for Stinky to see. What we want is your help! Tell us on our Facebook page (or in the comments section below), where in the world you think Stinky should visit next. To make your creative minds work a little harder, the person who suggests the most unique and fitting place for Stinky to visit will receive a plush toy! That’s right. We will post a 30cm stinkythepig plush toy to the person who is the most creative. The only catch is that we ask you to take a photo of yourself and Stinky and post it on our wall. It is that simple. So start thinking guys!
We’ll leave it here for now. Check back in a fortnight to find out who we picked as the most creative.
Mar 18, 2015