Love for machines

The love for these beasts is undeniable, and this father brought his children along to see all motorcycles. Look how the rider and the father connects, while the curious children continue to look in awe.

I spent a little time around the Biketopia event, fascinated by how these people customize their motorcycles. Though I’m not a big fan of Harley Davidson, some of the bike designs certainly caught my eye.

The Harleys are definitely getting a sportier look, as it seemed that the company are moving towards targeting the market of younger generations.

And I got a little chance of sitting in an Audi TT Coupe: Quattro too. Thanks to my bro for the shot.

Story behind the first photograph: The biker was reluctant when the father requested to take a photograph of the motorcycle together with the biker. As the biker was about to ride away, the father approached him and requested for a contact, perhaps to send photographs to him. With that connection, I was the lucky one who got this shot of the interaction between the father and the biker, with the children engrossed in curiosity.

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A look back

Pause and look back on the things you have done in the past as you move forward into the future. You shall notice that while there is still a long way to you, you have come a long way too!

It may just be the second week of my clerkship rotation at the cardiovascular surgery department, yet I have learnt so much throughout the days. I have seen many great surgical operations, meet patients and feel their anxiousness about their illness, write patient charts and interpret medical images.

A self-reflect indeed come in handy at time like this. All is well.

 

Story behind this shot: I stopped by the road for a rest after riding in the rain for the past hour. The paddy field was really beautiful and it was indeed a moment of reflection as I ponder whether to turn back to Hualien because the weather report indicated bad weather for the next few days to come. The image in the mirror reflected how much I had come so far, and perhaps it was the time where I brave the fear of the unknown in front of me. I pushed forward, and I had some of the best memories throughout the journey.

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Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish

I certainly love the idea of having hands-on experience in the hospital. Yup, this is my second week in the hospital as a clerk, and I certainly have gained much by being foolish.

Just like what Steve Jobs’ famous quote, “Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish,” I may have asked some foolish questions, made myself look like a dumb some of the times, but I guess I gained a lot more for asking those questions. I know what I know, and I am truthful for what I don’t know.

May the “How-s” and “Why-s” dominate my day… And let knowledge by the path forward.

All is well. =D

 

Story behind this shot: This shot was possible because of the curiosity towards an ad. That evening I saw a poster at the bus station at Taitung, and I asked the ticket conductor about it. That lead me to this stunningly beautiful architecture made of bamboo. It’s the “Tree of Life”. The person standing below kindly accepted my invitation to be part of the shot, further emphasizing the significance of the tree.

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Getting out there

Our mind tends to shut ourselves from the outside. Yet, when we’re out there, we waited and hesitated.

Well, the surprise is just out there. Believe, have faith and go forward…

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Shower in the cave

This cave is just stunningly beautiful. The last time I was there, I knew that I had to go back again, armed with gears to take shots of this cave. The water temperature is about 8 to 12 degrees. A cooling shower indeed!

This cave is called 水漣洞 (Water-curtain cave), located at the end of 白楊步道 (Bai Yang Trail) at Taroko National park. It is crowded with tourists now, so it’s best if you can go there as early as possible to avoid the crowd.

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Band of Brothers

Now that the three bros have their own bikes, I can’t wait to go ride together…

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Selective ignorance and forgetfulness…

 

 

I guess at times, being selectively ignorant and forgetful can make one happier. However, that doesn’t mean I care less, but I care more towards the things that mattered to me.

May all the negative feedbacks be like the falling leaves, being blown away with the wind, as I stride firmly towards my goals in life, knowing that I have made a choice that I’m proud of…

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We are a team, a family, and will always be…

We have been through a lot together. There may be some arguments and conflicts, but at this very moment, we only remembered the days that we had fun, the nights we trained and practiced dance routine together, and the moment we stood on stage and vowed the audience.

Wow! Time really flies.

Congratulations on those graduating, and all the best to you guys in future undertakings. Do remember to come back again 3 years from now, when the remaining few of us are graduating. =D

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A passing storm

The storm has passed, damage has been done. But the sun is up, and it’s a brand new start.

May what we have been through help us grow stronger and wiser. As we grow older, looking back, we see only fond memories of us being together, enjoying our lives.

So let’s move on together. And may we be stay positive always.

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Conflicts that brought us closer

At times, little conflicts and misunderstandings could be dangerous to a relationship. But it could be a chance to challenge the solidity of trust and honesty in that relationship.

At times, when we are too close with each other, we take things for granted, and we forgot about how the other person is feeling. Let us not let each other guess what we are feeling. Use words instead. Show more appreciation when you get a helping hand, praise others often, and speak your heart out. It makes you feel comfortable, because you do not hide what you feel, and you do not have to guess what the other person feels.

This, is the lesson of communication. Use words.

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