Dear
folks,
It has been more than a
week since I left, took me quite some time to adjust the so called jetlag, also
took some time to get things settled at home. Forgive me for being so late to
give thanks to all the good old days folk to arrange the memorable lunch,
especially with the presence with Mr. Ma. I just couldn't find a proper word to
describe how excited and how grateful I was when I can meet some of the long
lost friends whom we were sitting in the same classroom half a century ago. Time changed, things changed, but never will make a dent on the memory and
friendship.
During the time in HK, I
have the luxury to meet you folks, friends from high school and all the
relatives I missed a lot. I dropped by so many areas to help shopping with my
family, I was totally like a tourist, I wasn't surprise to feel like a stranger
to the place I grew up, until Ralph, took his precious time to take me and my
family back to Taipo. The school we used to spend our childhood is still
standing, the garden we spent our agriculture knowledge lesson is now become a
park. He then took us to the Train museum which my daughter showed great
interest. She was amazed by the history of different stages of the train
system.
Last stop was the fresh water Plover Cove Reservoir, which was once
part of the Tolo harbor. The dam and the surrounding area once was a quiet
country side has now become a resort.
Before the end of the day. Ralph took us
to enjoy a delicious dinner at a club in Tsuen Wan. Priceless is not the dinner
itself, but is the hospitality and warmth of Ralph that touch everyone of our
family.
Thanks again Ralph. I hope I will have a chance to offer you in return
if Ralph or anyone who happen to drop by Vancouver. Oh before I forget, Ralph
and I had a table tennis game before dinner, I was technically knocked out by
the Champion Ralph. He is still energetic, skillful, and is a good competitor
to play with. Looking forward to have another game with you, I will keep
practicing.
It was indeed a
memorable trip I had. Hoping to meet more and more of you is the motivation
that draws me back to Hongkong. Would it be so excited to see two or more
tables of old folks sitting together, exposing stories of the old time that
would make us laugh or shed a tear? I'LL BE BACK.
Thanks again everyone,
Love you. Keep healthy and happy.
Man Tak
