The Challenge!

 Yesterday, I went to the 'Old Folks Recreation Center' and met with the elderly gentleman who heads the facility to learn what I should do for them. I was recommended by a friend who was formerly a high school art teacher and is now retired and had invited me to give a few art classes to her students. When I arrived at the facility and met the 'Dato', I found out that I was to do a few murals on the walls of the within the building. It was a surprise, and my initial reaction was to say no, but I accepted the task knowing that I would not be paid for it and most probably face many issues with the people who run the place. I quickly removed these negative thoughts and looked at it from a more positive facet of the project I am being presented with. Most importantly, it will give me something to work with to keep my mind occupied and challenged. It will also give me an incentive as it is a government building that has a historical value as part of the state heritage; it is said to be over a hundred years old, according to the Dato. If true, I would be leaving behind a legacy in the City of Georgetown just as I have envisioned.

                                    The following are a few snaps of the walls I am to work on.

What is unique about the location of this building is that it is within walking distance of the Mahinderama Buddhist temple, where my grandfather left his legacy in the form of Murals that covered most of the walls, including the ceiling of the temple. It is also adjacent to my son's secondary school, the Methodist Boys School. It is also located next door to the Suffolk Home, a well-known colonial

 building that has been converted into a classy restaurant.

The building is also located in a pristine area of lush greenery with the head of the Sungai Pinang River flowing by. This whole area is a part of the  UNESCO Heritage site.