Summer in Hong Kong

Well after over 3 weeks of beautiful hot summer weather, with blue skies without smog you could start asking yourself why all the talk about poor air quality in Hong Kong.

The government is claiming the superb weather is due to the changes that they have implemented and the difference in how businesses are now working.

The environmentalist’s are saying that the prevailing winds have meant that the pollution is being blown away from Hong Kong.

I will leave you to decide whether it is “word of change” or “winds of change” that have made the sudden difference!

While we may be baking under the heat it is with concern that nearby parts of China have either been flooded or are still in severe drought. In addition, probably having to cope with the wind blowing towards them with the air that Hong Kong is missing.

I agree it is very warm walking in 30 degree heat. We do that each day and you certainly do not need to go to the gym! What I am surprised to hear is the number of people that say they are just going to stay at home or head to the air-conditioned malls for their day. They say we will visit Mui Wo once the weather is cooler. How sad to miss such a wonderful time of the year when you can be sitting in the shad of a tree at say the Pui-O beach having a nice cold drink from the local restaurant. This is what summer is all about. They are also missing the chance to “see” Hong Kong with the clear skies.

Louise and I have enjoyed a beer at sunset a couple of times in the last few weeks. These have been at Mui Wo beach watching a beautiful moon rise, the Central Ferry pier and on our patio of our house with friends. Come and visit Mui Wo on Lantau Island, Hong Kong. It is very different to what the central Hong Kong.

If you are in part of the world with summer then get out and enjoy the heat. Those in winter are probably huddled around a fire to keep warm and are dreaming of a summer holiday.

Live your day with what you have. It is your choice!