28th of February is always a special day because it is R's birthday. If he were to be born slightly later, he would have to celebrate his birthday once in 4 years.
R was quite unlucky too. His taxi met a minor accident with another car. As a result, he has to bring his taxi for a repair which means no work and thus no income. I am unsure if he has to foot the repair cost for his taxi too.
Anyway, we have arranged something interesting for him today.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Unlucky Events
On Fri afternoon, one of the tyres of J's car was punctured. He knew something hit the tyres but unsure if would caused any serious troubles. After dinner, he went to the carpark to check the tyres.
True enough, the left front wheel of the car was almost flat! He was shocked and called R for help. R was busy with his work but still rushed over to help. In the end, the two macho men managed to change the flat tyre using the spare tyre in the boot.
On Sat, we went to Jurong East for our routine grocery shopping. The card-reader in the car was faulty. As a result, the machine at the carpark was unable to detect our card reader. J has to insert his cash card manually.
J went to Autobac for the flat tyre and then VICOM for the card-reader. The mechanic did a patchup for the tyre but adviced might not work too well because a thick and long nail has punctured it. Why such a nail was found in our tyre? If we were to buy a new tyre, the cost would be around $125. We adopted the wait and see attitude.
Our card-reader was faulty and a one to one exchange was allowed with no cost involved. After driving for so many years, this is my first time encountering such a problem with the reader.
On Sun early morning, I was almost reaching my office when I suddenly saw something on the middle of the road. I thought it was a big plastic bag and since there was no way I could avoid it, I ran over it! It turned out to be something hard and it was stuck underneath my car! I dragged the thing for almost 50 metres before it came out of my car. OMG, what was this hard plastic cover doing in the middle of the road? I am unsure if it has caused any damages to my car.
True enough, the left front wheel of the car was almost flat! He was shocked and called R for help. R was busy with his work but still rushed over to help. In the end, the two macho men managed to change the flat tyre using the spare tyre in the boot.
On Sat, we went to Jurong East for our routine grocery shopping. The card-reader in the car was faulty. As a result, the machine at the carpark was unable to detect our card reader. J has to insert his cash card manually.
J went to Autobac for the flat tyre and then VICOM for the card-reader. The mechanic did a patchup for the tyre but adviced might not work too well because a thick and long nail has punctured it. Why such a nail was found in our tyre? If we were to buy a new tyre, the cost would be around $125. We adopted the wait and see attitude.
Our card-reader was faulty and a one to one exchange was allowed with no cost involved. After driving for so many years, this is my first time encountering such a problem with the reader.
On Sun early morning, I was almost reaching my office when I suddenly saw something on the middle of the road. I thought it was a big plastic bag and since there was no way I could avoid it, I ran over it! It turned out to be something hard and it was stuck underneath my car! I dragged the thing for almost 50 metres before it came out of my car. OMG, what was this hard plastic cover doing in the middle of the road? I am unsure if it has caused any damages to my car.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Chingay 2010 at (Formula 1) Pit Building
This year's Chingay was held at Pit Building on 19 & 20 Feb 2010. We were lucky to have 3 tickets in the Yellow Sector (at $45 each) to watch Chingay on 20 Feb.
See the famous Kungfu Panda on the float by Universal Studio S'pore.
Performance by Rulang Primary School.
The S'pore's Flyer seen in a close range.
See the famous Kungfu Panda on the float by Universal Studio S'pore.
Performance by Rulang Primary School.
The S'pore's Flyer seen in a close range.
Friday, February 19, 2010
My Appointment with HOD Part 2
Just when I thought I could have a slight chance of delaying my transfer, my hope was completely shattered.
HOD called to tell me that she has found a solution to my problems/concerns.
She would arrange me to work regular office hours most of the time and I would step into shift duty only when is necessary. What a nice and generous offer! The management is willing to give in slightly to accommodate my situation.
Do I have any chance to delay or argue? Do I have any objections against this transfer?
Look from a positive angle; I am getting a change in the working environment which is quite a norm if I want to remain employed. I am still paid though the same amount but my expenses due to travelling and meals have shot up. I spend more time travelling on the MRT but my chance being exposed to wet weather is greatly reduced. I will face more human beings and newer technologies but lesser trees, insects, pests, stray dogs, frogs and even snakes. I can change my wardrobe and start looking for new dresses or skirts since I will not be "confined" to only long pants as there is no need for me to cycle from the bus-stop to my office,... etc.
But I will miss this little cosy office with my most understanding boss L, the little pussy cat which often loiters around for leftover food, the squirrels that often climb down from the big trees to look for food, the double rainbows which I have seen a few times after a downpour, the freshly brewed coffee which N will buy whenever he knows I am on duty,... etc.
Please tell me what should I do!
HOD called to tell me that she has found a solution to my problems/concerns.
She would arrange me to work regular office hours most of the time and I would step into shift duty only when is necessary. What a nice and generous offer! The management is willing to give in slightly to accommodate my situation.
Do I have any chance to delay or argue? Do I have any objections against this transfer?
Look from a positive angle; I am getting a change in the working environment which is quite a norm if I want to remain employed. I am still paid though the same amount but my expenses due to travelling and meals have shot up. I spend more time travelling on the MRT but my chance being exposed to wet weather is greatly reduced. I will face more human beings and newer technologies but lesser trees, insects, pests, stray dogs, frogs and even snakes. I can change my wardrobe and start looking for new dresses or skirts since I will not be "confined" to only long pants as there is no need for me to cycle from the bus-stop to my office,... etc.
But I will miss this little cosy office with my most understanding boss L, the little pussy cat which often loiters around for leftover food, the squirrels that often climb down from the big trees to look for food, the double rainbows which I have seen a few times after a downpour, the freshly brewed coffee which N will buy whenever he knows I am on duty,... etc.
Please tell me what should I do!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
My Appointment with HOD Part 1
Finally I faced this long-waiting appointment which has been fixed before CNY, this issue which has been bothering and torturing me mentally for months.
It was quite a long talk - close to 4 hours! In a way, I was quite glad to have this opportunity to talk to my HOD. We talked almost anything and everything related to our occupation, our problems, our organisation's and department's visions and goals etc. We also shared the times when our department was still quite a small one and now has grown so much that there are staff whom I do not know much.
HOD understood my concerns and I understood her difficulties in implementing policies for the benefit of the organisation. I even suggested taking no pay leave or resign but she objected strongly. In a way, I was quite glad because she viewed me as an asset and not a liable, that I am still useful to the department and organisation. I was touched by her words. But how to solve my problems/concerns?
I have done my best to explain my situation to her.
God will do the rest!
It was quite a long talk - close to 4 hours! In a way, I was quite glad to have this opportunity to talk to my HOD. We talked almost anything and everything related to our occupation, our problems, our organisation's and department's visions and goals etc. We also shared the times when our department was still quite a small one and now has grown so much that there are staff whom I do not know much.
HOD understood my concerns and I understood her difficulties in implementing policies for the benefit of the organisation. I even suggested taking no pay leave or resign but she objected strongly. In a way, I was quite glad because she viewed me as an asset and not a liable, that I am still useful to the department and organisation. I was touched by her words. But how to solve my problems/concerns?
I have done my best to explain my situation to her.
God will do the rest!
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
CNY (fortune bamboo)
I bought a small pot of fortune bamboo before CNY. (http://bungerstar.blogspot.com/2010/01/cny-fortune-bamboo.html)It has been growing very well. Look at the yellow or orange water babies!
CNY 16 Feb 2010
God of Fortune came to Spring View Estate at 9am. Many residents whether Chinese or non-chinese took the chance to shake hand with him and get an red packet with him.
Although there was no lion-dance, the residents enjoyed a simple "lo-hei" and received a small bag of mandarin oranges.
In the evening, we visited a relative's home for dinner. Another round of food and drinks till we were so full and hours are needed to digest the food.
CNY 15 Feb 2010
Due to the exessive eating, drinking and watching tv programmes into late night, we woke up quite late.
There was only a programme for the day and that was a dinner at 1st uncle's home in Yishun.
Since we did not have to leave home until late afternoon, the rest of the day was spent in front of the tv or reading books. Talking about books, I have finished reading Chicken Soup for the Soul's "Like Mother, Like Daughter" and now into "On Being a Parent".
The sky turned cloudy and windy. J suddenly decided to leave earlier so that we could make a trip to Upper Seletar Reservoir before heading Yishun for our dinner.
Some years ago, we went to this reservoir for a walk. It was a beautiful and peaceful place minus the sunshine. We saw some wild monkeys wandering around in the car-park.
The dinner in uncle's place turned out to be a grand feast; just too much for us to eat. Before the dinner, the great variety of CNY tit-bits available was already too much for us to refuse. When it was time for dinner, we were already half-full but the sambal prawns, thick chicken curry, salted vegetable duck soup etc were just too good to miss.
By 8pm, I was holding my big tummy, sitting on the sofa, refused to move as digestion took place slowly.
There was only a programme for the day and that was a dinner at 1st uncle's home in Yishun.
Since we did not have to leave home until late afternoon, the rest of the day was spent in front of the tv or reading books. Talking about books, I have finished reading Chicken Soup for the Soul's "Like Mother, Like Daughter" and now into "On Being a Parent".
The sky turned cloudy and windy. J suddenly decided to leave earlier so that we could make a trip to Upper Seletar Reservoir before heading Yishun for our dinner.
Some years ago, we went to this reservoir for a walk. It was a beautiful and peaceful place minus the sunshine. We saw some wild monkeys wandering around in the car-park.
The dinner in uncle's place turned out to be a grand feast; just too much for us to eat. Before the dinner, the great variety of CNY tit-bits available was already too much for us to refuse. When it was time for dinner, we were already half-full but the sambal prawns, thick chicken curry, salted vegetable duck soup etc were just too good to miss.By 8pm, I was holding my big tummy, sitting on the sofa, refused to move as digestion took place slowly.
CNY 14 Feb 2010
As usual, during the first day of CNY, my family went to visit J's father. Now that my mother-in-law is no longer around, the house became rather quiet. But before we left for the visiting, I prepared a simple brunch. It was rice with a dish on vegetables (zai chai). We have the habit of eating zai chai as our first meal in a chinese new year. Both Isa and J liked it and I will prepare more zai chai next year.At my father-in-law's home, we met 2nd aunt and her daughter', Kiat's family. Kiat was pregnant with her second child - a boy. Ok, we will look forward to the full-moon celebration in about 2 months' time.
Soon, we were on our way to mum's place. Mum and dad already waiting patiently for our arrival before they could start eating the zai chai. Mum cooked the usual zai chai plus another salted vegetables. The latter was my favourite and I simply could not stop eating.
On our way back, we past the famous Kwan Im Temple. It was full with people.
In the evening, all came to my home for a vegetarian dinner. Doris cooked curry, mum prepared anothe set of zai chai and the salted vegetables, while I provided the rice and venue!
All the family members have a good time together.
CNY (reunion dinner)
How did you spend your first few days of the Year of Tiger?On the eve (13 Feb 2010), the morning was spent doing my last minute spring-cleaning and grocery shopping. More soft-drinks, CNY tit-bits, frozen meat and fresh vegetables were bought since the wet market and many supermarkets will be closed.
In the late afternoon, we arrived at mum's place to prepare for the reunion dinner. Most of the cooking has been done by Doris & Daniel during the morning. By 5pm, we carried all the dishes happily to the bbq pit located at the top floor of the clubhouse. This pit is an isolated one and we have all the space to ourselves.
Daniel helped to start the fire for the bbq pit. I thought it was only a steamboat dinner, yusheng plus pengchai. Doris wanted the kids to have more fun and prepared a small scale bbq.
By 6pm, all the food was ready and everybody has arrived, ready to tuck in the delicious and mouth-watering dishes set on the 2 tables.
J managed to take some shots before all the food was gone.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Singapore opens first casino
SINGAPORE (AFP) - – Singapore opened the first of two casino resorts Sunday, part of a multi-billion US dollar bet to transform itself into a hot tourist destination and reduce the economy's reliance on manufacturing.
The casino at Resorts World Sentosa welcomed its first punter -- a middle aged Singaporean woman -- at the auspicious time of 12:18 pm (0418 GMT) on the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year (14 Feb 2010).
When pronounced in the Cantonese dialect, 12:18 sounds like "prosperity". The first bettor was followed by an initial crowd of about 200 enthusiastic gamblers and within hours of the opening, hundreds more were queuing up outside. Ushers gave out free bottled water and ice cream in the sweltering tropical heat.
The opening -- to be followed within months by a second casino resort built by Las Vegas Sands in Singapore's business district -- is part of an ambitious plan to transform the city into a key destination for casino high-rollers, business executives and families.
"I'll probably play jackpot. I'm willing to wager around a hundred (dollars) in it," said Tiong Tak Si, 60, a retiree from Brunei.
Resorts World Sentosa, which is on Sentosa island, a former British garrison linked to the main island by bridge, is owned by Malaysian gaming giant Genting Group.
"We have waited a long time for this. Today's opening of the casino is a milestone for Resorts World Sentosa, for Genting Group and for Singapore," said group chairman Lim Kok Thay.
The construction of Resorts World Sentosa, together with the Las Vegas Sands' casino resort, Marina Bay Sands, is costing more than 10 billion US dollars.
They will also offer visitors a range of glitzy hotels, restaurants and luxury goods shops.
Genting's casino complex includes a Universal Studios movie theme park, which it opened Sunday for sneak previews ahead of full operations.
Singapore, host to thousands of multinational corporations, is already a major travel draw because of its reputation for safety, cleanliness and efficiency, as well as man-made attractions such as top-end shopping malls.
However, it is a tiny island which lacks the white-sand beaches and breath-taking scenery found in neighbouring countries like Indonesia and Malaysia and the government is continually searching for new ideas to create a buzz about the city-state.
In 2008 it made sporting history when it hosted the world's first Formula One night race.
It has built the world's biggest observation wheel, the Singapore flyer, and an arts venue and has given its prime Orchard Road shopping belt a makeover.
Now it plans a landscaped area called Gardens by the Bay near the Marina Barrage built in 2008.
The city-state is aiming to get 17 million visitors a year generating more than 21 billion US dollars by 2015, up from 9.7 million visitors last year.
Analysts expect the casino resorts to help the city meet those targets.
"There is clearly a push to add to the range and depth of attractions here and that is important for a place like this," said Robert McIntosh, an executive director with CBRE Hotels Asia Pacific, a consultancy firm.
"They (casino resorts) are a massive boost to overall tourism to Singapore," he told AFP.
CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets, an independent brokerage firm, said Singapore's casinos are expected to generate revenues of 2.1 billion US dollars this year, rising to 3.5 billion dollars in 2011.
Singapore in 2005 agreed to go ahead with the two casino resorts after a rare public debate.
Opponents feared gambling would threaten the city's "family values" and put it at risk of becoming a centre for money-laundering.
But the government has put in safeguards, including imposing a 100 Singapore dollar (71 US) entrance fee for Singaporeans and permanent residents and banning anyone declared bankrupt from the casinos outright.
Last month it launched a dedicated police unit to investigate casino-related crimes.
(source: sg.news.yahoo.com/afp/20100214/tbs-singapore-gaming-casino-genting-0b9af05.html)
The casino at Resorts World Sentosa welcomed its first punter -- a middle aged Singaporean woman -- at the auspicious time of 12:18 pm (0418 GMT) on the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year (14 Feb 2010).
When pronounced in the Cantonese dialect, 12:18 sounds like "prosperity". The first bettor was followed by an initial crowd of about 200 enthusiastic gamblers and within hours of the opening, hundreds more were queuing up outside. Ushers gave out free bottled water and ice cream in the sweltering tropical heat.
The opening -- to be followed within months by a second casino resort built by Las Vegas Sands in Singapore's business district -- is part of an ambitious plan to transform the city into a key destination for casino high-rollers, business executives and families.
"I'll probably play jackpot. I'm willing to wager around a hundred (dollars) in it," said Tiong Tak Si, 60, a retiree from Brunei.
Resorts World Sentosa, which is on Sentosa island, a former British garrison linked to the main island by bridge, is owned by Malaysian gaming giant Genting Group.
"We have waited a long time for this. Today's opening of the casino is a milestone for Resorts World Sentosa, for Genting Group and for Singapore," said group chairman Lim Kok Thay.
The construction of Resorts World Sentosa, together with the Las Vegas Sands' casino resort, Marina Bay Sands, is costing more than 10 billion US dollars.
They will also offer visitors a range of glitzy hotels, restaurants and luxury goods shops.
Genting's casino complex includes a Universal Studios movie theme park, which it opened Sunday for sneak previews ahead of full operations.
Singapore, host to thousands of multinational corporations, is already a major travel draw because of its reputation for safety, cleanliness and efficiency, as well as man-made attractions such as top-end shopping malls.
However, it is a tiny island which lacks the white-sand beaches and breath-taking scenery found in neighbouring countries like Indonesia and Malaysia and the government is continually searching for new ideas to create a buzz about the city-state.
In 2008 it made sporting history when it hosted the world's first Formula One night race.
It has built the world's biggest observation wheel, the Singapore flyer, and an arts venue and has given its prime Orchard Road shopping belt a makeover.
Now it plans a landscaped area called Gardens by the Bay near the Marina Barrage built in 2008.
The city-state is aiming to get 17 million visitors a year generating more than 21 billion US dollars by 2015, up from 9.7 million visitors last year.
Analysts expect the casino resorts to help the city meet those targets.
"There is clearly a push to add to the range and depth of attractions here and that is important for a place like this," said Robert McIntosh, an executive director with CBRE Hotels Asia Pacific, a consultancy firm.
"They (casino resorts) are a massive boost to overall tourism to Singapore," he told AFP.
CLSA Asia-Pacific Markets, an independent brokerage firm, said Singapore's casinos are expected to generate revenues of 2.1 billion US dollars this year, rising to 3.5 billion dollars in 2011.
Singapore in 2005 agreed to go ahead with the two casino resorts after a rare public debate.
Opponents feared gambling would threaten the city's "family values" and put it at risk of becoming a centre for money-laundering.
But the government has put in safeguards, including imposing a 100 Singapore dollar (71 US) entrance fee for Singaporeans and permanent residents and banning anyone declared bankrupt from the casinos outright.
Last month it launched a dedicated police unit to investigate casino-related crimes.
(source: sg.news.yahoo.com/afp/20100214/tbs-singapore-gaming-casino-genting-0b9af05.html)
Friday, February 12, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
"Picture of the Year"
A good ex-colleague sent me the following picture:
(source: unknown)
Just look at the face of the dog! It is praying such sincerely and faithfully!
(source: unknown)Just look at the face of the dog! It is praying such sincerely and faithfully!
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Chicken Soup for the Soul
During my recent trip to the library in West Mall, Bukit Batok, I found a series of books called Chicken Soup for the Soul. I borrowed 2 of these books; namely Older and Wiser, and Dads and Daughters.
The former made me shed tears many times because of the touching short stories. The latter gave me an insight on the love from a father to his daughter.
In each book, there are 101 short stories and it is not dragging.
Have a look at these books during your next trip to the library. They give you some inspirations in life.
The former made me shed tears many times because of the touching short stories. The latter gave me an insight on the love from a father to his daughter.
In each book, there are 101 short stories and it is not dragging.
Have a look at these books during your next trip to the library. They give you some inspirations in life.
Monday, February 08, 2010
CNY (new notes vs old notes)
Have you been joining the long queue at the various banks to get the crisp new notes? Yes, I admit the feeling of holding these new notes in hands is wonderful. In fact, these new notes smell nice too. Afterall, it is MONEY and who does not love it?
Since a few years ago, I have stopped adopting such behaviour. The queues are long and boring. There are limitations imposed by the various banks on the amount of new notes one can exchange. After the CNY, the new notes become the old notes.
What is the difference between new notes and old notes? Afterall, a $2 note is still a $2 note. The new $2 note does not have a face value higher than the old $2 note and vice versa.
I know during CNY, everything must be new. But I do not get new clothes every CNY. I do not get new things every CNY. I do use new red packets for CNY and that is all.
I do make an effort to ensure that whatever notes that go into the red packets for elders and kids, the notes are not the old and dirty type. I do this out of respect for the receivers.
Time to rethink of exchanging old notes for new notes during CNY!
Since a few years ago, I have stopped adopting such behaviour. The queues are long and boring. There are limitations imposed by the various banks on the amount of new notes one can exchange. After the CNY, the new notes become the old notes.
What is the difference between new notes and old notes? Afterall, a $2 note is still a $2 note. The new $2 note does not have a face value higher than the old $2 note and vice versa.
I know during CNY, everything must be new. But I do not get new clothes every CNY. I do not get new things every CNY. I do use new red packets for CNY and that is all.
I do make an effort to ensure that whatever notes that go into the red packets for elders and kids, the notes are not the old and dirty type. I do this out of respect for the receivers.
Time to rethink of exchanging old notes for new notes during CNY!
Airshow draws 71,000
Ground displays of aircraft a big hit, but some spectators feel let down by flying shows By Karamjit Kaur, Aviation Correspondent
MORE than 71,000 people caught the Singapore Airshow over the weekend, with many visitors happy that delays caused by security checks and transport woes - the two biggest complaints that had plagued the event in previous years - were less of a problem.
This time, getting in and out of the Changi Exhibition Centre, near the airport, was a breeze. Previously, visitors had complained that there were not enough shuttle buses and registration counters, which in turn led to long queues.
However, some felt that the flying displays this year were a letdown.
Unlike the previous airshow in 2008, when visitors were wowed by the heart-stopping aerobatic displays of the Black Knights - the Republic of Singapore Air Force's (RSAF) aerial display team - and the Royal Australian Air Force's Roulettes, the flying segment this year featured mainly displays by single aircraft.
The Royal Australian Air Force's F-111 strike aircraft, which was supposed to perform an air manoeuvre, dropped out after a technical fault last Friday.
It was scheduled to perform a 'dump and burn', in which the plane releases some of its fuel while in flight, and then ignites the fuel with its afterburners to form a trail of fire.
(source: www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_487884.html)
MORE than 71,000 people caught the Singapore Airshow over the weekend, with many visitors happy that delays caused by security checks and transport woes - the two biggest complaints that had plagued the event in previous years - were less of a problem.
This time, getting in and out of the Changi Exhibition Centre, near the airport, was a breeze. Previously, visitors had complained that there were not enough shuttle buses and registration counters, which in turn led to long queues.
However, some felt that the flying displays this year were a letdown.
Unlike the previous airshow in 2008, when visitors were wowed by the heart-stopping aerobatic displays of the Black Knights - the Republic of Singapore Air Force's (RSAF) aerial display team - and the Royal Australian Air Force's Roulettes, the flying segment this year featured mainly displays by single aircraft.
The Royal Australian Air Force's F-111 strike aircraft, which was supposed to perform an air manoeuvre, dropped out after a technical fault last Friday.
It was scheduled to perform a 'dump and burn', in which the plane releases some of its fuel while in flight, and then ignites the fuel with its afterburners to form a trail of fire.
(source: www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_487884.html)
Sunday, February 07, 2010
Singapore Airshow 2010 Part 2
This day has finally arrived.
D and I arranged to meet at Terminal 3 for lunch before we proceed to Changi Exhibition Center. I took the train from the west while she took it near the city area. What a coincidence that we were on the same train all the way to the east.
We enjoyed our meals at Kopitiam Terminal 3. The xiao wan mian was delicious and generous in portion. With my discount card, it was value for money. The kids enjoyed their western food too.
There were bold and obvious signs where to take the shuttle bus at the arrival hall of both Terminal 2 and 3. We walked to the coach stand located at Terminal 2. There were not many people and very soon, we boarded the bus.
The bus left the stand in a short while. The journey to the Center was quite smooth. Once we reached the Exhibition Center, we saw lots of people. The queues at security check were moving and we felt relieved.
The weather was very hot but windy. I think the windy conditions helped to make us feel lesser stressed from the hot burning sun.
There were quite a lot of aircraft being displayed in the open area. But the main point of attraction was the flying display at 3pm.
We waited patiently for this display to start at 3pm. I was quite disappointed with it because only a few aircraft were involved in the flying display. The RSAF sent a F16 jet and an apache helicopter. Each did some stunts in the cerulean blue sky. Initially it looked impressive but sooner, it was nothing much thrilling.
I recalled in 2008, the few Black Knights performed aerobatic stunts in the sky together and that was a challenging part as coordination became extremely important.
Now it is just a solo show and you can imagine how lonely the aircraft is in the sky.
We saw the flying display by an American and an Italian jet too.
The whole flying display lasted about 45min. By 4.30pm, we were already at Terminal 2, walking to the train station to catch our train home.
Overall, I am impressed by the smooth queues at various points but not the flying display. The hot weather was a torture but the winds have provided some relief.
Next Airshow will be 14-19 Feb 2012!
D and I arranged to meet at Terminal 3 for lunch before we proceed to Changi Exhibition Center. I took the train from the west while she took it near the city area. What a coincidence that we were on the same train all the way to the east.
We enjoyed our meals at Kopitiam Terminal 3. The xiao wan mian was delicious and generous in portion. With my discount card, it was value for money. The kids enjoyed their western food too.
There were bold and obvious signs where to take the shuttle bus at the arrival hall of both Terminal 2 and 3. We walked to the coach stand located at Terminal 2. There were not many people and very soon, we boarded the bus.
The bus left the stand in a short while. The journey to the Center was quite smooth. Once we reached the Exhibition Center, we saw lots of people. The queues at security check were moving and we felt relieved.
The weather was very hot but windy. I think the windy conditions helped to make us feel lesser stressed from the hot burning sun.
There were quite a lot of aircraft being displayed in the open area. But the main point of attraction was the flying display at 3pm.
We waited patiently for this display to start at 3pm. I was quite disappointed with it because only a few aircraft were involved in the flying display. The RSAF sent a F16 jet and an apache helicopter. Each did some stunts in the cerulean blue sky. Initially it looked impressive but sooner, it was nothing much thrilling.
I recalled in 2008, the few Black Knights performed aerobatic stunts in the sky together and that was a challenging part as coordination became extremely important.
Now it is just a solo show and you can imagine how lonely the aircraft is in the sky.
We saw the flying display by an American and an Italian jet too.
The whole flying display lasted about 45min. By 4.30pm, we were already at Terminal 2, walking to the train station to catch our train home.
Overall, I am impressed by the smooth queues at various points but not the flying display. The hot weather was a torture but the winds have provided some relief.
Next Airshow will be 14-19 Feb 2012!
Thursday, February 04, 2010
1st Week of February
Unknowningly, February has started and we have less than 2 weeks before Chinese New Year.
As usual, our office gives us CNY goodies. This year, instead of 4 cans of CNY cookies, we are each given a voucher to exchange what we would like to have in one of the outlets. My nearest outletwould be at Bugis Junction. I will have to make a trip there this weekend.
During the past few years, we always complained why gave us this type of cookies when we preferred the other. Now we are given a choice to choose what we prefer but we complain of having to make a trip to the confectionary shop.
There is no doubt that complaining has became part of our life.
As usual, our office gives us CNY goodies. This year, instead of 4 cans of CNY cookies, we are each given a voucher to exchange what we would like to have in one of the outlets. My nearest outletwould be at Bugis Junction. I will have to make a trip there this weekend.
During the past few years, we always complained why gave us this type of cookies when we preferred the other. Now we are given a choice to choose what we prefer but we complain of having to make a trip to the confectionary shop.
There is no doubt that complaining has became part of our life.
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