Monthly Archives: May 2011
Week 20/11: Solo
” There is no magic like traveling alone, without friends or colleagues to condition one’s opinions. It is the very loneliness that makes travel worthwhile: to be in isolation with historical forces, with only landscapes and books as guides.” [from: … Continue reading
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Week 19/11: Birds
I have an irrational fear (and dislike) of birds. It’s most unfortunate then, that a family of pigeons have decided to make my air-con ledge their home. It started with Mr. Cinical pointing out the 2 eggs on the ledge. … Continue reading
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Week 18/11: Wilderness
82 seats contested, 82 winners, 82 losers. It’s easy to be a winner. The path is clear. They engage your constituents. They conduct the meet-the-people’s session. They raise issues in parliament. All with the hope of securing another win in the next elections. … Continue reading
Week 17/11: Roller Coaster
The SG elections had been an emotional roller-coaster – during the campaigning period, the voting day and the announcement of results. My brain is still fuzzy (from the lack of sleep) and my heart is both exhilarated that my country has … Continue reading
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Week 16/11: Overheard @ Election Rallies
I was at the Worker’s Party Rally at Serangoon stadium (Aljunied GRC) on Friday night. The atmosphere was charged. It was electrifying. The cheers and shouts of approval came from people’s heart. One tip I have picked up from attending … Continue reading
