Monthly Archives: April 2011

People with a Heart: Michelle Lee & Vincent Wijeysingha (SDP)

[youtube]Z6UqE6Ecb7E[/youtube] Michelle feels that working with children rather than money, infinitely more fulfilling. This RGS girl is not an elitist. I like her. [youtube]VZoPH5N2lPU[/youtube] Vincent talks to another Singaporean. Sometimes I think I have blinders on. Especially when I watch … Continue reading

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Video: Poor Dear Aunty at the Rally

I feel sorry for this aunty. She seems so scared, especially when she said sorry in the beginning. Aiyo! Can’t an aunty even eat in peace? At least she was allowed to continue eating after that. She is so cute. … Continue reading

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Video: Dr Ang of SDP Talks about the 2009 Recession, Job Loss & Stress

I can so relate to this. A job is so much part of your identity and it can be devastating to be unemployed. The worries can be intense. Dr Ang also talks about job pay cuts and how this affects … Continue reading

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Grouchy Royal Wedding Flower Girl

Update: More photos of the adorable little girl What I posted earlier: This is just too cute! I don’t blame 3 year old goddaughter of Prince William, Grace Van Cutsem. The wedding was really long and must have totally tired … Continue reading

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Is Princess Beatrice Doing a Lady Gaga with that hat?

At first I went “what is that thing on her head”, but now I think it’s starting to grow on me. At least she’s not boring. This was the most interesting hat at the Royal wedding. Now there’s even a … Continue reading

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SPP Rally Video: Mr Chiam See Tong’s Awe Inspiring Speech

I am always deeply moved when Mr Chiam See Tong speaks. No one who has suffered a stroke would ever work this hard or be this motivated and driven. No doubt that he loves the people of Singapore. He said … Continue reading

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Workers’ Party Rally Video: Low Thia Khiang (Serangoon Stadium)

[youtube]8TlLhHCJf_s[/youtube] I have no doubt in the competency of the Worker’s Party to serve us. Low Thia Khiang even quoted from Lee Kuan Yew’s Hard Truths. He went on to explain why he is contesting in a GRC leaving a … Continue reading

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Not Being Mean….Just Found the Baby Orangutan So Adorable

Tin Pei Ling has too many jibes against her, but I just love the baby orangutan so I could not resist putting this up. Anyway, Tin Pei Ling is better than a lot of ministers out there, but unfortunately she … Continue reading

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Video: Speeches from SDP’s First Rally

[youtube]_2fI4F_0LTc[/youtube] Someone in the audience shouted out, “They don’t live in HDB” in reference to the Ministers. This is what resonated with me from the speeches. I liked the statement “gratitude is not servitude”. I also feel that the Ministers … Continue reading

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Screenshots from the Royal Wedding: William and Kate are Married

Sorry, some are pretty hazy. Exciting but not as magical for me as Princess Diana’s wedding. I did feel nervous for the bride though. Her gown was elegant, but I prefer the cinderella like gown of Princess Diana with the … Continue reading

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What Royal Wedding? It’s All about the Singapore Election Rallies

I think the hottest rallies for Friday 29 April, would be these: National Solidarity Party (NSP) in Radin Mas SMC, Delta Hockey Pitch, 900 Tiong Bahru Road, 7pm to 10pm Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) in Yuhua SMC, Jurong East Stadium, … Continue reading

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Singapore Elections 2011: Funny Stuff on Twitter for my Friends who Don’t Tweet

Been telling my friends to get on Twitter but they prefer Facebook. They don’t know what they are missing.  This is just a taste. Sorry about the mess. Just copied and pasted from twitter: Without twitter I would have no … Continue reading

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Passionate Little Boy vs Whistle Blowing Aunty

Hope for the future. A tiny supporter on Polling Day. [youtube]bvm02k_bAzI[/youtube] I think this transpired earlier – overzealous whistle blowing auntie. [youtube]s0OUt8AW4HA[/youtube]

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Nomination Day Videos

The objection raised by Vincent Wijeysingha of the SDP. [youtube]hf5NqyYijrw[/youtube] I was so excited to see the charismatic SDP team with Dr Vincent Wijeysingha leading the way. They always inspire confidence and hope. [youtube]EjJNJRxOA3Q&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube] I must say my Tamil is … Continue reading

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Singapore Elections 2011: The Policies I Like the Best

Let me first confess.  Most of the time I can be quite an air-head, and in the past I was carefree, ignorant and quite apathetic.  Then life became not so carefree.  This year I have woken up. Perhaps it’s the … Continue reading

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The Serenity of Seletar Reservoir

If you don’t want to spend a cent for entertainment and just want somewhere to go to calm your soul, Seletar Reservoir is a wonderful place. So nice to be away from the bustle of town I say. And the … Continue reading

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Language Insensitivity Depresses Me: Glad that Minister Lim Boon Heng Brought this Up in 2005

I have often felt saddened when I want to apply for a job that seems so perfect. I have met the criteria in every way. They even asked for a good command of written and spoken English. And then I … Continue reading

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Uniquely Singapore Beaches

I think this is the few places on earth where you can spot huge ships and tankers at the beach. Not so good for swimming, but it’s quite a glorious sight from a distance. All those coconut trees at East … Continue reading

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Disappointed and Saddened by the Personal Attacks on Vincent Wijeysingha

I try not to get worked up by politics and to always keep a cool head. But this time the gutter politics has gone too far and I just can’t keep quiet. Let me be totally honest. I am so … Continue reading

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Thought I’d be More Excited about the Royal Wedding

I really thought I would be. I was so excited when the wedding of William and Kate was announced. But perhaps it’s due to local issues like the Singapore Elections consuming me with all the new personalities. It’s just so … Continue reading

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Dr Chee Soon Juan Responds to the Smear Compaign on Dr Vincent Wijeysingha

I have been wanting to blog about other things, but so much has been happening in Singapore and it all relates to the upcoming Elections. As I approach mid life, I am even more passionate about it. I used to … Continue reading

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Uniquely Singapore: Colourful Buildings

I think Singapore is one of the few places in the world with colourful buildings. They add prettiness to our skyline. What’s best is, it doesn’t cost a cent to appreciate our old restored Architecture. One of the simple pleasures.

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