it was one of the first that opened for business when we moved into the area 4 years ago.

at that time, only phase 1 and 2 of the nearby big estate was occupied, others still construction.

we had the honor to have witnessed creation / development of the whole area from nothing, to fully occupied high rise residential buildings.

in the mean time, more new shops and people.

this little cafe is quite connected to us. chef is willing to tailor made veggie foods for us, staff r nice, friendly, seating area is bright, airy, .. and very interestingly , the owner and a few staff live very close to us. we see their family members all the time, feeling like part of them though we seldom talk about private matters.

it was very surprised to see it close down so suddenly, when just the day before i have enjoyed a very peaceful yummy breakfast, on the long table at my favorite seat.

a few people were like taking stock count of furniture, hinting that some kind of renovation is ahead. yet all staff seem very normal. not a little sign on their face / behaviour about this sudden closure.

while there have been some other more short-lived shops closed, this one certainly represents the “deepest / longest creation” going back to the source

as with all other sudden changes, will take sometime to accommodate.

yet all beautiful memories we have had at that little place will certainly long lived.

thank you very much for your company and presence for 4 years, and all wonderful moments.

we wish the place and all staff a bright new beginning and more happy moments ahead.

Namaskar

Sat Nam Deep I

it was a very short talk / exercise / reading, yet certainly revealed some very important and “simple” messages

the greatest support we can offer during this challenging period is to allow ourselves to live happily every day, thereby balancing much negativity of the mass (anger, hatred, sorrow…)

the truth is : each person is suppose to live happily so as to make all around us happy.

to be happy is not only a choice but an ability.

we r often too busy to please others / fulfill our “duties” , that we neglect ourselves all the time. putting our own priorities below others…

decades after i first read the book “be happy”, i am still learning, not quite there yet but getting better.

in economic terms, provided other’s utility is not reduced, one’s top priority is to maximise his /her own utility under the given situation.

in doing so, we r also contributing to the highest good of all.

this requires a high degree of consciousness regarding one’s conditioned mind, all the “shoulds” / thoughts; and one’s genuine desires / preference; + boldness /power / strength to say no ..

a process of shifting from external focused to internal awareness, thus empowerment

many people, even very old, still complain daily about what others say / did not say ; do / did not do… the source of all trouble.

may we all learn to look inside.

to be more aware of our own thoughts , feelings, …

to have greater love and respect for ourselves.

and know that ultimately, we r just different forms of the same One Consciousness.

Namaskar

Sat Nam Deep I

used cotton buds r extremely useful

excellent tools to clear hair / dust from vacuum cleaner, clean the rims around sink drain, or any corner not reachable by bigger brushes.

each one so fragile, soft. yet a few together, they r quite strong yet flexible, great for cleaning / clearing at an angle…

that’s the power of “being weak”. sometimes more useful than the strong steel.

human too. very often the power of silence / calmness much greater than a show of force

may we all know when to yield / surrender. and realise that this is just the feminine side of the same coin, if not more powerful.

salutation to all meek, soft, yet strong and inspiring cotton buds!

Namaskar

Sat Nam Deep I

consciously / sub consciously, brave souls chose to sacrifice to reveal brutality of po/ govt / party..

stunning scenes happens almost daily, yet the most dramatic probably the bloody image of jimmy sham, convenor of peaceful protests, being attacked by 4/5 guys, ethnic minority.

wise and loving hkers transcend anger / hatred, uniting the ethnic minority, who in turn affirmed their identity as hkers and showed much friendliness to locals.

cleaning of the mosque immediately after it was hit by blue water cannon by protesters/ locals further display the embracing nature of hkers, beyond religion, race, …

it is mutual respect, kind hearts, love for justice, freedom.. etc. that bind us together.

the transformation process is certainly painful. yet it serves a very high purpose. for generations to come, for human evolution…

may all injured be soothed of their pain and recover asap. justice be uphold, peace and order restored, ..

paradise is incubating…

hang on….

Namaskar

Sat Nam Deep I

unprecedented total shut down of train network for 3 days, then partially opened a few stations till 8 / 9 / 10 p.m. . even after full train service resumed, any stations can be shut down anytime.

“rioters” were blamed for damaging much facilities, though many suspect who actually did that, and if the damages were really that serious to justify shutting down the whole network / most gates…

more bodies found…

security guards arrested while performing their duties…

more young people came out to testify being sexually abused…

arrest continued. . now almost 2500, with over 750 less than 18, some as young as 12 13…

more people planning leave, even the po

while others continue to fight. gatherings in malls all over hk, flash mobs during lunch hours, ..

and, this morning, liberty lady stood on lion rock. a very strong and dedicated team must have worked very hard to carry her all the way to the top on a rainy morning.

globally, wild fire continued in LA, strongest typhoon in 60 yrs hit japan,

a meteorite fallen into china…

certainly not easy to stay sane during this challenging period, as all happened so suddenly, fast and intense

some people look lost / sad / not very focused; while others try to live/ work as if nothing happened..

may all this pass asap. so that justice is uphold, all be soothed of their pain and healed, human rights respected,

may we all advance fast and leave the old to the past

and create a new world for the highest good of all

Blessings be to all

Namaskar

Sat Nam Deep I

10/5/19, the day after announcement of anti-mask ban, hkers experienced a very special sat. :

total shut down of mtr for the whole day, park’n shop, watsons, fortress also closed for 1 day, wellcome, mannings, 7-11 closed at 5 p.m., many other shops did not open / off early as staff cannot report duty / need more time to get home…

we were so blessed to have enjoyed short period of sunny quiet time by seaside. there were still family with kids, bikers … though much less than usual.

moon was high up in the afternoon, very comfortable weather..

customers enjoying foods at outdoor seating..

though cash in atms were all gone, and staff in the complex wondering how to leave…

back home, there was “bread run” as well. long lines in bakery / all bread and most cakes gone…

further away at city centre, people still gather to fight against this unconstitutional ban.

miles away, the baby of my cousin waiting to be born…

how interesting all these co-exist

it is not easy to stay sane / uplifted. yet this might be the best we can do. to live, if not thrive…to fully accept the present and act, not react…

each of us can do a little to help, even a smile, a positive respond, an attentive look, sharing foods with birds, a flash of light…. or simply be an alert presence.

remember always we r never alone. this too shall pass. madness only indicates / facilitates arrival of dawn….

Sat Nam Deep I

this is certainly a very special period.

feels like a volcano heating up ready for an explosion.

again, events escalate on both sides:

enormous support from various parts of the world, esp US, with many concrete plans waiting / have been implemented….

while suppression continues locally, with more arrest, greater brutality, targeting reporters, social workers, first aiders, even simply passers by

today, on 70th “b. day” of mainland, for the first time, a teenager was shot by real bullet close distance.

the hearts of all hkers r with him for a speedy recovery.

personally, rash also spread fast. intense itch. very lucky to have found a kind and competent chinese medical dr. . situation under control before it gets too bad.

emotionally also experienced a big unexpected pour out…

then , a very interesting / inspirational discussion with daughter, again, unexpectedly, that seems to provide much comfort / healing / peace..

last night, we met a group of local residents on our way home, chanting slogans, singing songs. lighting up flash lights.. then more passers by joined…

residents nearby beamed the group from their homes to acknowledge their support…

interesting feelings how “strangers” can connect.

it’s heart breaking to watch when taiwan police formed human chain to protect protesters, while those in HK treat people so inhumanly

yet dawn must be very close, now that the whole world is waking up

some predict it might take a few years. that was using the past to predict future. yet situation is very different now. people have higher level of consciousness, much better informed of the truth….

just be an alert presence to facilitate unfolding of the divine plan.

an eternal observer and participant.

and be amazed by how “miracles” might happen any time.

Blessings be to all

Namaskar

Sat Nam Deep I