And a bicycle built for two….
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In a stop for bus
not a seat for weary butts
is it a bicycle built for two
nary pedals for my shoes
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artistic display
useful design conveyed
a creative weld
steel-work modelled
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Steadily, progressing.
• “It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop.” —Confucius
Of clever architects and disaster resilience buildings
Natural disasters bring ill-health, economic losses, and deaths. Can architectural innovations create disaster-resilience buildings that will adapt with less damage?
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The contrasting human losses
seen in recent earthquakes
between countries
emphasises
disaster preparedness, and
clever architecture
in designing
disaster-resilience buildings.
will we see innovative designs for flood-resilient housing and buildings ….
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In countries
with frequent floods,
like the ones
by Yasmeen Lari, one of Pakistan’s most celebrated architects.
Haiku: Beginning 2024 with earthquakes and tsunami
Natural disasters can cause numerous health morbidity and mortality, including physical, mental, and social dysfunctions!
(See following Haikus.)
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earth shook and rumbled
buildings collapsed and flattened
tsunami followed
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devastated scenes
but here adepted calmly
with minimal deaths
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tis a place unmatched
buildings and people
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Preparedness:
But the major difference is resiliency. Earthquakes don’t kill — bad buildings do. Japan has made seismic safety a national priority, creating a seismic building code that is considered the most stringent in the world.
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Happy new year 2024!
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Without great solitude, no serious work is possible.
Pablo Picasso
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From a forwarded email. Steven Wright – Scientist with a sense of humour: If you’re not familiar with the work of Steven Wright, he’s the famous Erudite scientist who once said: “I woke up one morning, and all of my stuff had been stolen and replaced by exact duplicates.” His mind sees things differently than […]
Great Thinker and a Funny Guy
A leafy frame for a lovely sunset
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The frame frames a frame of mind.
John Paul Caponigro
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Some people will never see the bigger picture…they’re much too fascinated by the frame.
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Let’s explore some of the best secret places in Bali Who wouldn’t love a Bali vacation once in their life? Imagine soft sands caressing your feet, the soothing hum of waves, and the graceful swaying of coconut trees to the whistle of a gentle breeze. This slice of paradise, located within the heart of Indonesia, has an […]
Bali Vacation – Top 10 Secret Places in Bali
Forest therapy and hiking, anyone?
( PICTURES AND WRITE-UP BY CO- AUTHOR, TOH HL, MY FORMER PHYSIC TEACHER.)
“Forest therapy can have a positive impact on the oxygen levels in your brain,” Dr. Albers explains. That’s because you’re surrounded by trees and vegetation that engage in photosynthesis. The result: Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen into the air.
“The forest has higher oxygen levels compared to urban or indoor environments,” she continues. “As you breathe in the fresh air within a forest, you’re inhaling oxygen-rich air, which can support proper oxygenation of your blood and subsequently benefit your brain function.”
Forests are also chock full of phytoncides, which are antimicrobial compounds released by trees and plants.
“Inhaling these compounds during forest therapy sessions may benefit the immune system and contribute to stress reduction,” Dr. Albers says. “And the pleasant aromas of nature can have a positive impact on mood and emotional well-being.” In other words, forest therapy is also aromatherapy. Add the mental health benefits of walking to this cocktail, and you’ve got a recipe for better mental and physical health on your hands.
But chances are you won’t see doctors endorsing forest therapy as a cure for physical or mental health concerns any time soon. The evidence just isn’t there. But here’s the thing: It doesn’t really matter. Enjoying a few hours soaking in nature isn’t going to hurt you, and there’s a decent chance it could help. So, if you think you’d enjoy it, you.
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While i admire their enthusiasm, this hobby is, certainly, not my cup of tea! 😅
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AI reviewing makes blogging a new experience
Coming back to blogging after a long break, I noticed a new feature; the use of AI to review our blog posts.
It is almost like a person on the other end. Amazing!
Only sometimes, the suggestions to add examples, etc, had to be ignored because I like to keep my posts short and sweet.
But it is a good additional support!
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Chen Song Ping 