20121222, Minutes, Taichung

[Harris1984]

Dear Happiers:

It's good to see everyone after the end of the world. We are all reborn!

The topic of this week is about Life of PI-Ending explained. Although most of people didn't see this movie yet, we still can know a little context from the article. Actually it's a quiet controversial question for guys to talk with. In the discussion, Jeffrey believe in human story, because he thinks to see to believe. Everything need to have the evidence to prove it, such as Insurance stuff. And, it's impossible to stay with a Tiger on a boat for 227 days. So, it makes sense that human would kill each other for surviving. Melissa, Kevin, Jasmine and I believe in Animal story. They do believe what they never seen. Jasmine like Ann Lee's art-work. She said it's amazing Lee can combine the technology and spirit (belief). So do Jane.
John think "never regret", we should cherish everything. Fiona said we should believe in our-self. Also, Bill and Serena are so impressive by this movie. They can learn the life of meaning via the PI and will go to see the movie sooner and later.

Finally, thanks for coming to the gathering. I was so surprised that we got 10 people joined, cause most of people need to work.
I'm so appreciate Jeffrey bring the extra gifts for other members who didn't have one. So, we made a happy ending that everyone had Christmas gift exchange. I hope it will become our club's tradition ever after.

Harris ko

[Jasmine0316]

Dear Taichung Happiers:

Please join me in appreciating the kind efforts Harris has made.

We can’t imagine how many more lingering eyes are still on the film “Life of Pi”, can we? While enjoying the movie with mouths dropping open, hearts skipping beats, and blood pounding through our bodies, we recognized we need tissue paper as much as the 3D glasses. Now, it’s time to ask ourselves: do we catch up with our minds as often as with electronic connections? The ocean is a mirror; Richard Parker is a mirror; the film itself is a mirror. There are no standard answers to any discussion questions; however, how we interpret this movie clearly reflects what is within ourselves.

We are also seized by the curiosity about the Booker Prize-winning novel “Life of Pi”. Answering the most frequent question to prestigious writers-- “Where do your ideas come from?”, some writers insist ideas come to them, not they search for ideas, others claim they take elements from what’s around them. However, how the author Yann Martel wrote “Life of Pi” is an intriguing journey and inspiring story:
http://www.powells.com/essays/martel.html .

Despite the fact that it’s a working day, we feel extremely honored and thankful to have such a group of warm-hearted companions. It’s quite a touching scene. However uncertain the outside world is, it is hoped that we can follow our full potential and spread the faith to constantly renew the vigor and support for every tight corner. Directed by “The glory of Taiwan”, Ang Lee, who cast no Hollywood stars for any characters, this movie is truly a worldwide blockbusting performance. What would you say about it, my dear friends?

P.S: Whatever you believe or don’t believe, please always remember that Taichung Happy English Club forever saves a place for you.



Best Wishes,
Jasmine