Take the Time to Smell the Flowers

Had a marvellous singing session with dearest cousin and sister at party world yesterday! Sang till our voices were hoarse...but contented :) We should do this more often, getting together and spending quality time. Life in Singapore is a little too hectic, so we should slow down the pace and take time off to do stuff that we really like once in a while. Take time off to smell the flowers!

Today's trekking session at Macritichie was quite fun as well, though I was slightly burnt. Didnt apply sunblock as I ran out of it.. and halfway through the trek, came down with a sneezing fit then teary eyes. Saw quite a number of macaques during the trek. The air was fresh, amidst all the ongoing construction. Trekked the chemperai, jering and lornie trail today. Took like 2 hours plus I think. A short walk... not too strenuous. Body aching slightly from the pilates session the day before. So cant overexert too much. Learnt some new terms: cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. So cervical spine is essential the neck. So much for the jargon! Still cant seem to master the stretching of the cervical spine. If done correctly, there should not be any strain on the neck, but I kept on experiencing that. Hmmm.... takes time to get it right. Befriended this auntie who was sitting next to me during the session. She's kind of middle age, 40 to 50 ish. When she couldnt get certain poses right, she would turn and smile to me, sheepishly. haha... it was kind of funny. It's both our first times at joining this, so as beginners we should be forgiven for erring. Just hope that this can make my backaches go away. Dont wish to suffer from chronic back pain for the rest of my life!

current mood: Exhilarated :) Life seems more meaningful and fulfiling these days.