Walking in the garden, I saw evidence of last night's rains at the Botanic Garden: light fog hoovered over the pound and lingered in the forest, shimmering water droplets on leaves and flower petals, forming a mythical ambiance. The quietness was broken only when tiny birds popped out of their hiding places and chirped brightly in the trees.
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| A pair of Swans on the pond |
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| Purple Simpoh |
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| The budding Bamboo Orchid |
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| Aquatic Ginger |
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| Asian Brown Flycatcher |
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| A scarlet backed flowerpecker |
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| A juvenile male olive backed Sunbird |
As I was immersed in the serenity, light wind started to blow, drizzles started to fall, foreshadowing a coming downpour. I rushed home just before the heavy rain. However, the Sun was shining in the East, and a rainbow appeared over Western Sky ... a sight to enjoy from the comfort of my dining room.
A routine walk at the Garden turned into an amazing experience, Nature had offered a gentle reminder of its boundless wonders. All I need to do is pause, observe, and appreciate the remarkable moments that unfold before my eyes and engage my my senses.
