Gustavo Farewelllll… Monday, Jul 13 2009

It was completely crazy night. It was Friday

HIYO

and I received call from Gus while I was on job to go for party. I told him I will finish job at 11pm, may not possible to be there.  But even after working 8 Hrs, and being to tired, cant resist when seen that all friends were ready and exited to go. We arrived at Argyle at 1am. Many a times we feel crazy about it but sometimes also feel that life need bit shake with craziness.

Lucky enough to get entry at such late night and enjoy the party at fullest with dance, drink, music, laugh, fun friends etc. We call it party but also knows that our friend who live with us such along, share so many emotions, now we not gonna see him anymore. So, lets enjoy party at high like no tomorrow.

On the way back at 5am, we met more Brazilian friends and done crazy things like shouting, dancing, teasing. Singing the songs like, “My dream is to fly, over the rainbow so high”, “Chin chin, bora bora, chin chin”.

Gus is amazing guy, me just feel like little brother. I like the way he say gud bye to everyone, I noting below,

Hey Cruise Bar,

Although I’m leaving Australia, a part of this country is going with me and also there are many things that I’ll never forget about you…

Christian – Thanks for the nice basketball game and for the fun we had man.

Georgie – `It’s soooo cute` hahahaha…you are cute too my darling!!!! =)

Greg – `motherfu……eeeeerrrr` kkkkk….see ya my friend.

Jarrod – `The man who blows`. Thanks for the fun. Hehehe

Lydia – `It driiiives me craaazy` hahahaha…

Becky – The most polite staff =)

Sebastian – `I’m sooo tired` `Here’s the radio, gus` hehehehehe…take care man!

Farhan – Thanks for the time man. I really enjoyed. =D

Daniel – Heeeeyyyy Brooooo =)

Insun – Heeeeeyyyy Brooooo (2) =) hahahahah

Jason – HOHOHOHOHO…Thanks for the warm welcome every shift.

Luis – Be careful in the next Mexican restaurant. Hihihihi =)

Marc – `ha` ….take care friend.

Cherryl – `HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA` – Thanks Cherryl, you helped me a lot to enter at Cruise.

Jaz - `Hey gus…hummm…..aahhh….let me think…..nothing!` hahahahahaha

Thanks for everything.

Zooi – `YOU’RE the best Zooi, I’m the second best` hahahaha…see ya my friend!

Michael – `Could you get one (CREAMY) coke gus? No ice, no lemon, just coke…..and cream.   Hahahahhahahhahaha =D…thanks man!

Cat – `Isn’t he a stupid?` ahuehauehauehauhaeuah…thaaanks for everything cat

Martin Safadinho Viadinho Chupa Pinto e Bucetinha. Hahahahahahha…thanks for the fun man!

Helman – `Essas mina gringa sao tudo loka, maluco.` hahahaha…se cuida meu amigo. A gente se fala no Brasil.

Tony – `Fast, fast, c’mon`…hehehehe…your girlfriend will hate you if you say that every night man!! Hahahaha….Thanks for everything.

Scotty – Never never ever forget about the pin number…the south and north pole….tarzan…chita …..the bar usefull’s staff meals the bar back and the back…hahahahahhaha. We had sooooo much fun man. Thanks for making Cruise Bar even more colourful.

Yugi Bro – `Gus, she’s cute, isn’t she? Hahahaha….my biiiigggg floor partner, the man with three (or four) hands. Thanks for the time, for the fun, for the help in the warfside, courtyard, toilets, inside, the mushroom (stupid) heater , for working as a real partner and friend.

Kate, Katie, Luke, Blake, Lew….thanks again.

Bouncers – Take care my friends!

As I said, a part of all of you is going with me.

Keep Fishing Cruise Bar.

Gustavo Navarro Fujiki (Gus)

Thank for being with us bro….

Love,

Pranav.

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Chinese Garden Thursday, Jul 2 2009

Chinese Garden

Initiated by the local Chinese community to share their rich cultural heritage and celebrate Australia’s 1988 Bicentenary, the Chinese Garden is the result of a close bond of friendship and cooperation between the sister cities of Sydney and Guangzhou in Guangdong Province, China.

The garden was designed and built by Chinese landscape architects and gardeners. Similar to every classical Chinese garden, traditional principles govern the use of four key elements of water, plants, stone and architecture. Together, these four elements combine to create perfect balance.

The art of Chinese garden design began in imperial parks during the Zhang dynasty 3000 years ago. Later they flourished on a smaller scale in the private gardens of China’s rich and powerful. The Chinese Garden of Friendship at Darling Harbour is a scaled-down version of a typical private garden from this era.

Chinese gardens differ from western-style gardens in that there are no planted flowerbeds or manicured lawns. Instead, wild aspects of nature are recreated in artfully designed landscapes that feature waterfalls, mountains, lakes and forests.

Exploring a Chinese garden is a journey of discovery: there are many details to be observed and only a part of the garden is visible at a time. Follow the serpentine walkways as they lead you through private courtyards and traditional pagoda-style pavilions.

At the Garden

Step into another world and experience the natural beauty, architecture and culture of one of the only authentic Chinese gardens outside of Asia.

The Teahouse
The Teahouse offers the perfect place to contemplate the spirit of the Chinese Garden.

A range of traditional pastries, dim sims, gow gees, and steamed pork buns are on the menu in the Teahouse. Naturally, there is also an extensive range of Chinese teas including:

- Jasmine Tea – flower tea with a delicate fresh scent
- Shou Mei (Old man’s eyebrows) – Green tea light in colour and aroma
- Shui Hsen (Water Fairy) – Oolong tea with refreshing qualities
- Tieh-Kuan-Yin (Iron Goddess of Mercy) – Oolong tea with a light fragrance
- Pu-Erh – Black tea with an earthy flavour

In addition, the Teahouse offers a range of beverages and light meals, including coffee, English tea, gourmet sandwiches, soup and salads, and a delectable range of sweet treats.

The Teahouse is open daily from 10 am to 4.30 pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day).

Penjing nursery
Penjing – quite literally translates to mean a miniature landscape (jing) in a pot (pen) – is the Chinese version of Bonsai.

There are three distinct categories of this art form:

• - Tree Penjing (shumu penjing)
  - Landscape Penjing (shanshui penjing)
  - Water-and-Land Penjing (shuihan penjing)

In the Chinese Garden of Friendship, you will discover a nursery solely dedicated to these beautiful, elaborate landscapes. Some of the sceneries created by Chinese artists are up to 70-years-old.

Costume hire
Slip into a traditional ornate silk gown based on designs from the Ming and Ching dynasties and be transformed into an emperor, princess or warrior. Costumes are available in adult and children’s sizes. Remember to bring your own camera or video to record the moment.

The costume hire shop is open daily from 12 noon to 5 pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day, and during wet weather).

Jade Bridal Carriage
The Jade Bridal Carriage was provided to the Chinese Garden of Friendship as a gift from the Queen Victoria Building in 2006. It is believed the carriage is from Guangdong Province in southern China and it is the only one of its kind outside of China.

Used by Chinese Emperors in ancient times, this traditional jade bridal carriage is extremely ornate and typical of past Chinese dynasties. Utilising more than 300 tonnes of raw jade, approximately 100 artists were involved in creating this masterwork. The carriage is elaborately carved with dragons, phoenix and fairies, featuring as symbols of luck, prestige and authority, as well as two ornate fans symbolising royal dignity. Two mannequins in traditional dress and a sceptre are also on display.

This traditional jade bridal carriage is on display in the entry hall of the Chinese Garden.

This garden was so close to the place where I live but never know about it. Even not knowing that it is such a huge. I was mind blowing experience nd amaze by the natural beauty. Must Watch!!!

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