Image:1 Norman and Kimie fooling around under the coconut tree
The School Holidays - Two weeks to savour. A respite awaited for!
It divides the year into two more or less. There are also at other times
for instance the one at the end of year. That would stretch for almost six
weeks, the ultimate. But nothing like one in mid-year. It is akin to a
rest in between takes short enough to rest a little but not too long to
lose the momentum
Yippee! It is here!
It will be on for two weeks
It will be on for two weeks
But time flies quickly
Image: 2 Kimie and Norman at the water-fall at Gramp's
Image: 3 Norman and Kimie at the Club Pool
a little warmer. A spot of swimming is in order. A two- hour stint is about
enough to unwind a little and then off to the cafeteria for some snacks
Water is soothing
Balanced movements of muscles
Balanced movements of muscles
One feels light and trim
The 4 images above were taken many years ago when they were kids at play.
They are now in College, both reading for their B. Eng Norman is in his 3rd
year specialised in Electronics (computer information) and Kimie in the 1st year
specialised in Mechatronics (robotics and artificial intelligence) Kimie gets to
design and play with robots with a mind of their own.
Jade at d'Verse : Haibun poetry - poetics playtime
Aren't they the sharp young men! You must be very proud of them.
ReplyDeleteWonderful haibun that expresses an appreciation for the joy of play, Hank. Sounds like both of your grandkids chose their careers with care. I would like to hear what Kimie has to say about his experiences with AI robots!
ReplyDeleteGreat story, and maybe those days of playing were when they learned the most.
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