The Sunday
walks, I haven’t been a part of many but the few I have attended have been a
novel experience. From exploring the various parks and trails all around
Singapore in the company of a diverse group of people to the meditation and
prayers followed by scrumptious brunch is a complete recipe for a well spent
Sunday morning. It has something for all the generations. The old fuelling in
their vibrant energy which is contagious to one and all, driving us to take the
best of values and move ahead.
This Sunday the
destination was the Singapore flyer and the walk was along the Kallang river. The
flyer standing tall at a height of 165m is a mesmerizing sight in itself, while
the skyline surrounding it adds to the beauty. As a ride in the flyer leaves a
first timer surprised with the astounding view around, our walk too had its
small surprises that all of us enjoyed.
We assembled at
the Singapore flyer at 8 am and set out for the walk along the Heritage trail.
Our walk began with the spotting of 5 camera shy otters having a Sunday morning
swim. Though otters are not new to people staying here, they bought a smile to
all and pepped us up for the walk. The group moved ahead with a replenished
enthusiasm. Though we expected some rains, the weather remained dry and pleasant
throughout. Conversations flowed on varying topics as the walk progressed.
Another sight to
behold was a large number of young girls and boys preparing for the dragon boat
festival. There were many dragon boat teams and canoeists displaying their
skills. Their vigor and drive was compelling and a race between two of the
practicing teams was a spectacle. While the Kallang river on one side was
filled with activity the F1 track on the other side was also hosting a practice
session. In the midst of the activities
around our group charged forward. We assembled back at the flyer at 9:50am
feeling refreshed.
We then headed
over to the Center. A number of people joined us there, we began with prayers
followed by the meditation. Then we had the opportunity to relish the
delicacies of Andhra Pradesh. The authentic Andhra brunch was hosted by Anuvrat
and Auropriya along with his parents Rao uncle and Shailaja aunty. I would like
to thank them for making us a part of their upcoming bundle of joy and giving
us the taste of deliciously spicy Andhra food.
-
Dhanashree
Vaidya
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