Broken bonds

They couldn't withstand the test of time.

Once where they were strong, where they were thought to be long lasting, had been shattered by time. Or rather, they have been shattered by the changes in life.   

Differing priorities, differing circumstances, differing point of views, differing paths... one or the other have led to differing routes.

It's difficult to comprehend that you are no longer a part of their life. Those whom you have shared a significant portion of your life with.

The calls just stopped, the outings ceased, and a simple "Hi" is no longer uttered. They disappeared altogether. All you get is some pictures posted on social media. And you are left wondering what the hell happened along the way. How did it came to be this way?

As you engage with others in similar circles, you look back at the wonderful moments spent together and wonder if there is still a little of that bond left? If there is a possibility that they could have cherished it as much as you do?

Friendship is weird, at times.

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Neo Tamarind

I should stop doing this. It is just my luck.

A few years back, I was introduced to dine at the Tamarind. So I made reservations to a fancy dinner. Upon arriving only did I realized I booked the wrong one. But as I stood at the doors of the Tamarind Springs, it was a blessing in disguise. The place was awesome. Great cuisine, great ambiance, great setting. A splendid dining experience.

This time around, after having found the right occasion, I made reservations at another Tamarind. And upon arriving at the bottom of the steps, I found myself repeating history. It was the wrong one again!

Instead of the Tamarind Hill, which has been the target from the start, I found myself beneath the sign of the Neo Tamarind. And as with the first time, I had missed the entrance and it took me quite a while in getting it located. What embarrassment. Why does all the Tamarinds have to be that secluded?

Well, perhaps seclusion is what makes it special. And for that reason it fascinates me. For you see, Neo Tamarind is situated on a small hill in the middle of the city and hidden by green foliage. It boasts another great setting and great ambience, perfect for a tranquil dining night.

While the Tamarind Springs offers Indochinese cuisines, the Neo Tamarind serves Asian-European ones. I must say that flavours from both places have been to my liking. It was finger licking good. If we hadn’t been that stuffed, we would have licked the plates clean.

And I was very much captivated by our glass lounge seating, where we faced the swaying trees while we savoured in the delights that was presented to us.

stairs heading up 

our table 

cool, eh?

interior seating

bar area

 

appetizers

main courses

The evening had been wonderful. Cozy, quiet, great food, great companion and a great environment. We could do more nights like this.

There is just one last Tamarind restaurant to dine in. I will definitely not get it wrong the next time.

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