I have to admit…
Even with all my ready criticism and sarcastic remarks about Singapore/Singaporeans, of course, it is out of sheer fun… but I guess, if not careful, may unintentionally offend some of my dear Singaporean friends… *sorry yea* Singapore for me, represents a time of rest, a short breather of all the bustling things of my life in KL.
Passing through the Singapore immigration, the officer observed that I’ve consistently visited Singapore once a year. Even I never realised it. He even pointed out the evidence on my passport of my last two visits (2007 and 2008). In the same breathe, he asked, “Why don’t you come more often?”
Haha… Support tourism Malaysia, been going around my own country instead of putting my well-earned money into Singapore tourism. Besides, my Singaporean friends hardly come to KL… *hmm!* tit for tat =P
So, whilst I was there, that thought lingered in my mind. Wow, Singapore has become like an annual visit for me. And as far as I remember, the visits were always very welcomed breaks to meet friends and to chill (with the added must visit shop called “That CD Shop”). This time round, the excuse was watching the Cats musical + it coincides with Sara’s birthday.
Cats was totally amazing!
Especially since I’ve got a ballet background, checking out their dance routines whilst they sing in sync was truly inspiring!
Although I’m not so much a feline fan, nor am I such a crazy fan of the music of Cats, still I love all things theatre and am just happy to be seated in Esplanade Theatre.
This year’s visit also found me an interesting slant with my meeting up with my cousins. It was out of character from what I’m used to – I’ve really only met them in one or two places: Sarawak in their homes or KL in my home. Now that they’ve moved to Singapore for one reason or another, it is only part of my resolution to get closer to my cousins, to call on them and meet up.
Me, Jaime, Sonik (Emily’s husband) and Emily
Of course, managed to meet some of my friends from the UK-days:
Seated (L-R): Serene, Linda (leaning towards Serene), Ruth, Andrew Koh
Standing (L-R): Matthew, Andrew Chong, me and Sammi
Compare this with when I came to Singapore in 2007…
Everyone looks the same!!
So, here I am, back in KL, faced with lots of emails and the texts that have steadily started pouring in. I’m reluctant to get back into full swing. I’m even thinking about my next holiday already! *sweat*
Yet, work beckons…
Ain’t this cute? Algene & I having our *syiok sendiri* moment with our pets.
I am sorely tempted to post a conversation we had at the KTM station about soft toys… but well… I doubt that it would be good for the reputation of some (altho I highly doubt the person really cares about their reputation =P)
