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*The Meaning of Sillypore* Singapore, a little sunny island right smacked in South East Asia, is located at the tip of Peninsular Malaysia. Although one can hardly see the little red dot on a world map, the country enjoys one of the highest GDP in Asia. Well sheltered from any natural disasters, it has an efficient government that built excellent infrastructure and quality housing. This is afterall the land: 1) where I was conceived (Annual frequency: 73/year: World: 103/year, source) 2) where I was born (fertility rates: 1.24 child/couple, World: 2.59child/couple, source) 3) where I ate (it is not all about Chilli Crab and Hainanese Chicken Rice) 4) where I slept (before my national service, I never knew what is meant by hibernation) 5) where I studied (I got average grades by mugging past years Cambridge papers) 6) where I worked (blogged using company laptops) 7) ... During a recent trip to Beijing, upon knowing that I was from the Garden City, a hairdresser discussed at length on Singapore (what to eat, what to buy, what to do) with me. I was surprised at his excitement arising from watching an advertisement promoting tourism on Singapore. To me, Singapore is just a place where I slogged for daily bread, fulfilled my duties bestowed upon by the society and nothing else. I really don't understand what is the big deal. When I started this whole website project, people had always asked me if I will ever do a blog on Singapore. My reply was either "not yet"; "no time" or I will simply ignore the question. The reason being: I never had the discipline to understand more about this little dearly island. 22 Jul 06 was the day to redeem myself, a chance for me to show my love for the country, by doing a travel blog (afterall national day is coming on 8 Aug). My company has organised an "amazing race" style activity where groups of 4 drive around looking for landmark. I was the self-appointed photographer.

		Newton Circles, a hawker center well known for serving barbequed seafood (it was used to be famous for touting as well) was the starting point for the day. I wasn't really listening while the event organisers gave a briefing. I was just hanging around: watching the wheels.
		Introducing Buzz Lightyear (our team name) and its team members (from left: AL, ML, AP, me). This was our first stop: The Sembawang Hot Springs. Discovered just a couple of years ago, it provides free warm spring water. Singaporeans often appear during weekends with pails to collect some water for bathing or soaking their legs. The water was known to have high contents of sulphur in it.
		There was really nothing to do (for me at least) while we were on the move. Thus, I snapped a picture of AP and AL discussing on which route to take next.
		The tower@Seletar Reservoir. Due to the fact that I didn't know how to take a portrait with a tripod (I do know now), I got a guy to take the picture for us. He took a couple and I suppose this was the best. Perhaps it didn't help when his wife was giving him a crash course on taking photographs.
		The team posing in front of Mr. Ong Sam Leong's eternal resting place (Kopi Hill or Mt Pleasant). A local tycoon in the 19th century, the size of his tomb spans 3 HDB 4-room flats! This was the special bonus station because in order to get into his tomb, the team needs to walk through a path that cuts into some vegetation. Note: We would have spent more time looking for the tomb if not for a helpful motorcyclist (he "appeared" from nowhere) who provided directions. I thought it was spooky.
		Talking about the rich enjoying their fortune. They can also have stone lions (see above) and Indian Guards to accompany them for the rest of their lives (time).
		Nothing much. Just a candid shot. My dear team mates chatting away while I get the camera set up.
		Kent Ridge Park. Buzz Lightyear posing with an AMX13-SM1 tank.
		Near Sunset Way, Clementi. This was a deserted (no longer in use) stretch of railway that leads to Jurong Port. I fear the worst for my camera. It was windy that day and the tripod wobbled unsteadily. Scary
		My team mates walking back towards the car. Was AP posing for the picture?
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