5781. 75 - 300 mm lens. Starbucks HDB Hub

Canon R5 75mm, 1/80 sec, f/16, iso 640
25 Mar 2026. 2.10pm.
Starbucks HDB hub

To  pick up Maia from TP vets at 2.15pm 

5780. Panic attacks

 

Panic attacks are sudden, intense feelings of fear or distress often caused by a combination of high stress, genetic predisposition, and biological factors like an overactive "fight-or-flight" response. They can be triggered bymajor life changes, trauma, stimulants like caffeine, or underlying anxiety disorders. 

Common Causes and Triggers

• Significant Stress: Major life changes (divorce, new baby), bereavement, or chronic work/financial stress.
• Biological/Genetic Factors: A family history of panic disorder, or imbalances in brain chemistry.
• Physical Factors/Stimulants:
   Excessive caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, or drug withdrawal.
Traumatic Events: Past experiences of abuse, neglect, or severe accidents.
"False Alarms": The body’s fight-or-flight mechanism activates inappropriately due to hyperventilation or misinterpreting harmless physical symptoms (like rapid heart rate) as dangerous. 

Underlying Conditions
Panic attacks can occur without an obvious reason but are often linked to: 

• Panic disorder
• Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Social anxiety disorder
• Physical conditions like thyroid issues. 

Common Symptoms

• Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
• Chest pain or tightness
• Shortness of breath or choking sensations
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Sweating and shaking
• Fear of losing control or dying 

While terrifying, panic attacks generally last a few minutes and do not cause immediate physical harm, though they can significantly impact quality of life

5879. Gemini video. An entitled god daughter

Create a video of an adult Chinese woman in her 40s. She feels that she is entitled to inheritance of property and money from her god mother as she wants the money for her personal plastic surgery at the specialist to create double eyelids.

 

 

 

 

Create a video of an adult Chinese woman in her 40s. She is now meeting her godmother in her room. She feels that she is entitled to inheritance of money from her god mother. She tells her godmother who is in her 80s that she wants the money for her personal plastic surgery at the specialist to create double eyelids. She does not care what the will says that she will not be given her inheritance.

 

  

5878. Island Suites - Homm Laguna Bintan

 Bathed in natural light and featuring expansive areas for living and dining, our Island Suites elevate your vacation with more room for the whole family. Take in inspiring views of the South China Sea from your private balcony, or unwind on the couch with the ocean breeze in your hair.

 

 

17 Mar 2026. 5.16pm
Canon R5 75mm, 1/80 sec, f/16, iso 10000
Artwork wall corridor Island Suites 141

INDONESIA - 19 MAR 2026: 8.28am. Early morning walks by a couple and a single tourist along a serene and clean sandy beach of Tanjung Said Bay,  past Homm Laguna Bintan promote mental and physical wellness. 

Canon R5 135mm 1/160 sec, f/16, iso 200
av mode

19 Mar 2026 8.35am. Last morning in Homm L B 

 

5877. 75 - 300mm lens. Mental Health. The Grass Yellows and a cup of coffee

 SINGAPORE - 22 MAR 2026: The small, deep-lemon yellow butterflies with black borders belong to the Genus Eurema. The Eurema, often referred to as the "Grass Yellows" are relatively common in Singapore, although there are actually six distinct species.

 

 Canon R5 240mm

1/2000 sec, f/5.6, iso 1600, tv mode

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 Go-getter butterfly

 

 2024

SINGAPORE - 15 MAY 2024: 9am.

ORCHARD MRT STATION garden. 

 The more common species are found throughout the island, from urban areas to the forested nature reserves

 The Grass Yellows are generally weak flyers, fluttering low around bushes and flowers. 

 The identification of the species of Eurema is often not easy, particularly when the butterflies have a rather restless flight, and are alert when approached. 

 

The Common Grass Yellow (Eurema hecabe) stops to sip nectar from the small orange and yellow Lantana camara flowers. Squat to take the photo at eye level with the butterfly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SINGAPORE - 16 MAY 2024: 10.22am. 

COFFEE AT TOAST BOX at Shaw House is popular for breakfast and social  meetings as it is located in the prime Orchard Road area. Food Republic food court and Orchard subway nearby.

CONNECTING WITH FRIENDS FOR A CHAT

 

 

 

 

5886. Autism. Perfect note in music.

 "Last in class" as he didn't understand. 
"First (from the bottom of) in the class," he told his grandfather. He got a reward.

Can tell anyone who plays music off note at age 3.
Love organ music in West minister Abbey. Mum paid the one pound entrance fee for him to listen to the organ music.

Later, met a manufacturer of organs in SG. He was asked to view the factory but was offered a job.
He stayed in UK.  Now studying music therapy in London . Great demand to repair organs in churches.

High IQ. Able to carry on conversations and socialise at dinners.  

5885. Retiree in F & B was a career delivery man.

 Tuesday 24 Mar 2026. 

Met Frankie Chia, 70, slim, bald head, left ear ring gold. Baby to 15 years, mum put on ear ring. After 15 - 70, he has bigger gold ear ring. Clear eyes, Look like 60 years or younger. 

Career. Delivery man. Various companies. Drive van home.

Married. one son, one daughter. Fully employed. Has children. Family closely knit. Chat group and meet weekend. Now Church of Singapore with children and grandchildren. Once, tears came naturally as he listened to the hymns and songs...so convert to Christianity. No need to give portion of his salary, he said. "In fact, I ougth to be paid for attendance. Christianity less complex than Taoism and other religions, he said.  

$10/hour. 5 day week. Mon to Fri. 8 am to 3 pm. After that, kitchen staff took over as they work 8am to 8pm. younger. So, earn around $1,000 per month as he sometimes not work 5 days.. 

Clear trays, clean and carry for Judy the lunch on tray
Very helpful
Customers no need to clear table trays after eating, unlike other F & B, by law.

5884. Photography for mental wellness journey. Educational video using AI.

 

 

 26 Mar 2026. 9.16 am. Male Scarlet Skimmer  (Crocothemis servilia) is photographed in the Yio Chu Kang Crescent forest track. 
A common species of dragonfly found near freshwater habitats in Asia. The male has a bright red body, including the eyes and a flattened stout abdomen.

Canon R5, 205mm, 1/2000 sec, f/5.6, ISO 2500. TRIPOD. Tv mode.
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  26 Mar 2026. 9.30 am. Female Scarlet Skimmer  (Crocothemis servilia) is photographed in the Yio Chu Kang Crescent forest track. 

Canon R5, 300mm, 1/320 sec, f/16, ISO 1600. TRIPOD. Av mode.

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  26 Mar 2026. 9.28 am. Two female Scarlet Skimmers  (Crocothemis servilia)  photographed in the Yio Chu Kang Crescent forest track. 

Canon R5, 255mm, 1/2000 sec, f/5.6, ISO 1600. TRIPOD. Tv mode.

 

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 young adult female has yellowish-brown abdomen and thorax and reddish eyes

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  26 Mar 2026. 9.23 am. Immature Scarlet Skimmers  (Crocothemis servilia)  photographed in the Yio Chu Kang Crescent forest track. 

Canon R5, 135mm, 1/2000 sec, f/5, ISO 3200. TRIPOD. Tv mode.

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Giant Taro, Elephant Ear (Alocasia macrorrhizos) have large, upright heart-shaped leaves that can grow

up to 1 m length. It is used as a landscape plant to create a lush tropical  appearance. The plant contains an irritant sap and is toxic if ingested. 

 

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 Update:

 https://2010vets.blogspot.com/2026/03/5884-mental-wellness-journey.html

 

 

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The image is a digital illustration titled "Photography for mental wellness journey". It depicts a 40-year-old Chinese woman photographer's emotional transition through her hobby.

Visual Composition

The artwork is split into two contrasting halves representing different mental states:

• Left Side (Struggle):
  • The Photographer: A woman in an olive-green jacket and hat is crouched in a garden, focused on taking a photo of a red dragonfly.
  • Emotional State: Dark, heavy storm clouds containing symbols of stress—like a brain with a thermometer, a jagged "frustrated" speech bubble, and a blue sad face—hover over her head.
• Right Side (Healing):
  • The Transformation: The same woman is shown standing serenely with her eyes closed and hands over her heart, surrounded by a warm golden glow.
  • Emotional State: Her mind is represented as a radiant orange sun filled with positive symbols, including a heart, a sun, and a glowing brain. Butterflies, music notes, and a yellow happy face surround her.

Environment and Details

• Nature: The scene is filled with vibrant pink and yellow flowers, tall green grasses, and a serene blue lake in the background.
• Symbolism: Arrows and flying butterflies bridge the two halves, symbolizing the flow of healing from the act of photography to mental wellness.
• Context: This image was generated in response to a user request for a graphic showing how nature photography can improve mental health. 
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24 Mar 2026. Gemini AI.

 

 

 

 

Forested area.  A lady  Chinese bird photographer in Singapore's forest on an early sunny morning. She wears a green shirt and luminous vest with multiple

pockets and black pants. She places her camera on a tripod facing a river bank. She focuses her camera lens on a red dragonfly perched on a grass blade. This dragonfly is further on the opposite bank across the river.