This blog (created in March 2011 by Lucky) is about new entrants to the Colombo Medical Faculty of the University of Ceylon (as it was then known) in June 1962. There were a total of 166 in the batch (included 11 from Peradeniya). Please address all communications to: colmedgrads1962@gmail.com. Header image: Courtesy Prof. Rohan Jayasekara, Dean, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo (2011 - 2014). Please use the search bar using a keyword to access what interests you
Friday, January 6, 2017
Block Seniors vs Staff Cricket match - circa 1963
The match was played at Campbell Park. I still remember very clearly what Anton Ambrose was muttering in his drunken state. I don't want to repeat them here! Note the near 100 per cent turn out. I tried to enlarge the photo, but as I do so, clarity is lost. Most of the staff members who are seated here are no longer living.
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Let this fading nostalgic photo be a tribute to absent friends. It is a stark reminder that nothing is forever.
ReplyDeleteWe thank them for their contribution to the life of that great institution which gave us this rewarding career and also for their friendship. This life is not a destination. It is just a segment of a long and tortuous journey.
Very philosophical and thoughtful comment from ND
ReplyDeleteNihal, quite true;that journey is called sansara
ReplyDeleteSanath
The word "Samsara" reminds me of a poignant and prophetic conversation I had with M.Satchie some years ago. May he find eternal peace.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lucky, going back to those days, is something that I truly treasure. We were particularly blessed with a fantastic group of students. And people like you and a few others have worked hard to keep us all in touch with one another. We appreciate it. Now I hope all of you have a great time at the 50th anniversary. I am really sad to miss it. Zita
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