In remembrance of our departed friend - Vincent Tam

last April was his second visit @ OMPlace to do 2 -days Vinyasa Workshop and we did not expect that was his last visit. It's shame that now our friend ,Vincent Tam has passed away peacefully in February this year.

Besides our deepest condolence , we like to add on behalf of all students from OMPlace that your techniques enriching yet intensive workshops will always be the best of our remembrance. We really enjoyed it ,we miss you!!!

Note :
My apology for not being able to answer your questions here or on my facebook about his death

Live Green

from far the building looked pretty ordinary, but you would get stunned if you take a closer look at it. It was something extraordinary. you won't believe the dazzling bright , whitish external covering of this Pavilion was built with million of recycled mineral water bottles. This Pavilion in 2010 Taipei International Flora Expo, named EcoArk and it exhibited the concept of living green and how important it is for everyone of us to be Eco-friendly with the earth. a simple rule to practice & live with 3R - recycle , reuse , reduce.

Zhi Zu Chang Le -Taiwan Garden from 2010 Taipei International Flora Expo

in this fast-pace life, we are long to return to simple pleasure , to strengthen old friendship ; and to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature. The tea garden reflects the warmth and hospitality of the Taiwanese people and through the bamboo tunnel , we bow our heads , humbly we look at the earth. When we raise our heads and look up at the sky , we return to nature, back to the most primitive place. - Description from Taiwan Garden.

Out of many expo stands from different countries , i was quite impressed with this bamboo- made structure and its philosophy behind- Zhi Zu Chang Le , a Chinese Proverb teaches us to be contented and appreciate what you have , and also reconnect yourself to anything around us -the nature.

Daily Renewal

When asked how she manages to run her daily five miles , Oprah Winfrey is reported to have said " I recommit to it everyday of my life, regularly renew your commitment to goodness , keep your ideals fresh in your mind."