Hawaii 5-0

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Well, time and tide waits for no man. Before you know it, you're into the half century mark and closer to the finishing line.

The 1977 Edwardians had a 50s gathering at the Coronation Pool in Taiping last month. Great to meet up with the guys who grew up with you.

See all the photos of the event here.

AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G

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Got this do-it-all lens on a whim one weekend. Equivalent to the 18-200 VR for DX cameras, this sure beats lugging around several primes. Initial shots show promise but this ain't no F/2.8 quality glass. Probably use it more for vacation shots.

Bali faces (2)

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A couple of sales assistants in a Bali souvenir shop.

Bali faces (1)

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Warung Ocha in Seminyak, Bali.

A quick grab shot. She had no time to say no. Loved her friendly look.

Balinese spring rolls

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At the Poppies' Cafe in Kuta.

Best washed down with a cold Bintang.

Street scene in Bali

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Popular choice of transport around the streets of Bali.

Prayer offerings

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These scenes are a daily thing for the people of Bali. HIndu offerings are placed all over the town and noticeably in most shop fronts.

Bali

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Although 90% of the population in Bali are Hindus, you can find statues like these along the streets.

Short break in Bali

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Artemis Villa in Seminyak, Bali.

Taken with the HTC Desire at the walkway to the villa.