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| Huai Shan (淮山), also known as Shan Yao (山药) or the Nagaimo, is a root vegetable belonging to the Yam family. Although I have seen them plenty of times at the wet market, it is still my very first attempt cooking the fresh variety. One interesting thing about this root was how slippery it would become the moment you started peeling off it's skin. It is almost like trying to grab a live eel which is desperately trying to wriggle out of your grasp! The soup is exceptionally flavorful that I do not even have to add any salt or MSG and I am amazed to find that Huai Shan tasted almost similar to the potato in texture. I am so loving this soup! Here are some benefits of the Huai Shan: - Antibiotic - Antioxident - Lowers blood sugar - Prevents osteoporosis - Lowers blood pressure - Improves digestive system I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. Bon appetit! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
I have been trying hard to come up with a title for this post but seriously, my mind just went blank after watching this video.
Would you eat something that has been discarded by others?
No?
Well, I wouldn't do it myself and yet, there are people who actually depended on these food scraps just to survive!
What do you think of that?
Please spend a few minutes to view this award winning video (while I go grab a piece of tissue).
This video is a wake-up call to all of us and it gives me the opportunity to reflect how good I have it better than these people.
By the time you read this, I am already at the airport waiting for my chartered flight to Rockhampton, Queensland.
I will be there for the annual Exercise Wallaby with the Armed Forces for two weeks.
It was not my first time there, though.
The last time I was there is eleven years ago during my active days with my unit. As a NSF then, it was an eye-opening opportunity for me to be involved in an military exercise of such magnitude!
The last time I was there is eleven years ago during my active days with my unit. As a NSF then, it was an eye-opening opportunity for me to be involved in an military exercise of such magnitude!
Although we do have our own local exercises, what we could acomplish in land-scarced Singapore is very limited compared to what the training area in Shoalwater Bay could offer us!
Training was tough definitely, but we were still able to find simple joys amidst the dull and monotonous exercise.
Training was tough definitely, but we were still able to find simple joys amidst the dull and monotonous exercise.
I remembered how we used to play wrestling in the tentage and even disturbing each other in the bathroom which, I will leave the details to your imagination...
At the end of the day, we would chill out at the canteen and recount our day over a beer and a pop-in-the-microwave burger.
At the end of the day, we would chill out at the canteen and recount our day over a beer and a pop-in-the-microwave burger.
Semoa Bahagia by Inch Chua
Semoga Bahagia
Sama-sama maju ke hadapan
Pandai cari pelajaran
Jaga diri dalam kesihatan
Serta sopan-santun dengan kawan-kawan
Dengan hati bersih serta suci
Sama-sama hormat dan berbudi
Jaga tingkah pemuda-pemudi
Adat dan budaya junjung tinggi
Capailah lekas cita-cita pemudi-pemuda
Supaya kita ada harga di mata dunia
Kalau kita lengah serta lupa
Hidup kita sia-sia
Jiwa besar sihat serta segar
Rajin dengan sabar tentu bahagia
Lemah lembut perangai pemudi
Cergas tangkas wataknya pemuda
Suka rela selalu berbakti
Sikap yang pembela dan berjasa
Capailah nama yang mulia pemudi-pemuda
Rajinlah supaya berjaya semoga bahagia
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| White Radish, also known as Daikon to many, is a very versatile root vegetable. You could pickle it, stew it, fry it, saute it, cook soup with it and even make a (carrot) cake out of it! I used to hate it whenever Mum cooks this soup as I would always mistake the smell for a gas leak only to realise it's coming from the Radish! As I grew up, I began to appreciate this humble root more when I knew how beneficial it is. Here are some benefits of the White Radish: - Aids weight loss - Aids in digestion - Eases sore joints - Dissolves phlegm - Reinforces energy - Clears stuffy nose - Dissolves gall stones - Regulates metabolism - Improves blood circulation I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. Bon appetit! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Haw Par Villa, formerly known as the Tiger Balm Gardens, was originally constructed in 1937.
The pictures here were taken two years ago when I last visited Haw Par Villa with my parents after a long hiatus of more than twenty years!
It was first published on my other blog link (which explains the different watermark) but I thought it was a shame for it to be buried and lay forgotten under the archives hence, I decided to reproduce it here to remind other Singaporeans, visitors and *cough* STB about the existence of this theme park.
Aw Boon Haw created the park which depicts Chinese mythology, heroes, folklore, legends and history to teach and preserve Chinese values.
The gate, which was built originally for the Villa
I was running an errand in the vicinity of Bukit Timah Market & Food Centre sometime last week so I decided to drop by Tasty Thai Hut for lunch.
Although Tasty Thai Hut do not have a wide array of dishes, the lady manning the stall made up for the lack of it with her authentic Thai recipes.
Everything here is priced at a affordable $4 and for that price, I have nothing to complain about.
You might have figured out by now that Tasty Thai Hut is my favorite heartland Thai food stall due to it's authenticity and affordability!
I was actually craving for Chicken Basil that day so it was what I ordered.
Cast: Namewee, Karen Kong, Adibah Noor, Dato David Arumugam, Afdlin Shauki, Kenny & Chee
Director: Namewee 黃明志
Genre: Comedy
Language: Mandarin, English, Malay, Tamil
Release Date: 08 September 2011 (Malaysia)
Website: link
Facebook: link
Release Date: 08 September 2011 (Malaysia)
Website: link
Facebook: link
I have been seeing my Malaysian blogger friends talking about this movie on Twitter for the last few weeks but it did not arouse too much a interest in me.
However, that was before I watched the Curry Neh! 咖哩咧! MV on Facebook yesterday.
The Bollywood-styled MV got me sitting up and yeah, the movie has gotten my attention now.
McDonald's Horlicks Crunch McFlurry buy one get one free!
Flash the above coupon to enjoy the offer.
Promotion starts from today till 18th September!
For the third consecutive year since 2009, McDonald's Singapore has already welcomed over 5000 participants in its' free Open Doors kitchen tour.
Thanks to the invitation from OMY and McDonald's, I too attended the kitchen tour at their King Albert Park outlet last Saturday.
After a brief welcome and introduction by the kitchen tour Ambassadors, we were first brought to the store room which is surprisingly spacious and airy.
It is here where we got to know that McDonald's only work with suppliers who do not harm the environment. This is comforting to know because every little effort counts!
We also learnt that the inventories were used based on the first-in-first-out (FIFO) system.
In layman terms, this simply means the items acquired first will be used or sold first.
(Those with Accounting background should be very familiar with this)
Also, for safety reasons, the heavier items are put on the lower shelves while the lighter ones go on top. This is to minimize the risk of someone being hurt by falling items.
I am delighted to see a real life example of what I have learnt about previously from my Business Fundamental class!
A company's biggest asset is it's staff so I am glad to know that McDonald's did not overlook this aspect of workplace safety!
I was in the vicinity of Bugis a few days ago and came across these "painted" Smurfs on display.
These were painted by local celebrities...
This has got to be my favorite!
These were painted by local celebrities...
: Bukit Purmei Lor Mee has permanently closed.
Remember my quest for the original lor mee from Tiong Bahru a few months back?
Thanks to this blog for the clarifications, or I would not have known that the lor mee stalls at the current Tiong Bahru Market are copycats!
The real macoy has shifted to the coffeeshop at Block 109 Bukit Purmei!
2011 is a awakening year for Singapore - politically wise, that is.
We had the General Elections 2011 in May and three months down the road, Singaporeans now have to exercise their voting rights again to elect their new President for the State.
His Excellency, S.R. Nathan was elected unopposed as President on August 18, 1999. On September 1, 2005, he was sworn in for a second term of office uncontested.
Having led this State for the last twelve years, S.R. Nathan would not be seeking a third term in office, citing health reasons.
A total of six applications were submitted but two of them, Andrew Kuan and Ooi Boon Ewe failed to qualify for the COE.
Coincidentally, the remaining four candidates left running for Presidency are all "Tan"s.
We had the General Elections 2011 in May and three months down the road, Singaporeans now have to exercise their voting rights again to elect their new President for the State.
His Excellency, S.R. Nathan was elected unopposed as President on August 18, 1999. On September 1, 2005, he was sworn in for a second term of office uncontested.
Having led this State for the last twelve years, S.R. Nathan would not be seeking a third term in office, citing health reasons.
A total of six applications were submitted but two of them, Andrew Kuan and Ooi Boon Ewe failed to qualify for the COE.
Coincidentally, the remaining four candidates left running for Presidency are all "Tan"s.
Presidential hopefuls from left to right:
Dr Tan Cheng Bock, Mr Tan Jee Say, Dr Tony Tan, Mr Tan Kin Lian
Dr Tan Cheng Bock, Mr Tan Jee Say, Dr Tony Tan, Mr Tan Kin Lian
These shall be banished to the darkest and deepest corner of the store... till October.
Six days of training (3 days in June and August respectively) has finally ended. Only Exercise Wallaby in October is left to conclude my obligatory service to the country for this year.
Six days of training (3 days in June and August respectively) has finally ended. Only Exercise Wallaby in October is left to conclude my obligatory service to the country for this year.
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| Okay, curry may not be the healthiest dish around but did you know that there are also many health benefits to this zesty mix of spices? Tumeric, one of the ingredient in curry, which gave the dish it's yellow color, reduces inflammation of the joints. Studies has also shown that it protects us against cancer, heart disease and even Alzheimer’s disease. Whoa, I do not realise that curry actually has so much goodness in it until I googled! I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. Bon appetit! | Ingredients: 1 Chicken (chopped and cleaned) 1 pack of A1 instant curry mix 4 medium sized potatoes (cut into wedges) 600ml water 200ml Fresh milk OR Coconut milk A few sprigs of curry leaves Salt to taste Instructions: 1) Fry the A1 instant curry mix and curry leaves with some oil till fragrant 2) Add in the chicken pieces and coat evenly with the mixture 3) Add the water 4) Add the potatoes
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NATIONAL COOK CURRY DAY
For the uninitiated, 21st August 2011 is National Cook Curry Day.
I'm uncertain if this is gonna be a a one-off thing or a annual event.
This special day arises because a local Singaporean Indian family were told NOT TO COOK and NOT TO EAT curry in their own home by their new neighbors from China as they could not stand the smell!
This riled up every local Singaporeans here be it Chinese, Malay and Indians! I guess patriotic sentiments were running high nation wide as Singapore has just celebrated her 46th birthday not too long ago.
Now, you do not step into someone else's home and tell them what NOT to do in it.
That's plain rude and not to mention ridiculous!
You came to live in our territory of your own accord so you integrate to our culture and lifestyle; not try to change it to suit you!
Singaporeans, let us all UNITE and use food - curry, in this instance, to educate our foreign friends.
Everyone is encouraged to cook curry on this day and allow the fragrance of one of our favorite dish waft out of your windows and down the corridor.
It does not matter what curry you cook: Mutton Curry; Chicken Curry; Beef Curry; Fish Curry; whatever curry!
Just let the aroma of your curry permeate every nook and corner of this tiny island!
Let's
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Here's a holla to Nuffnang and The Cathay!
Thanks for the invites to the Premiere of CARS 2!
By now, you would have learned about the MP who was caught texting on her mobile phone while the National Anthem was playing during NDP 2011.
Ms Penny Low, MP for Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC has since apologized on her Facebook.
Looking through the various NDP photos posted on her Facebook, I believe she was just trying to upload 'live' updates of the parade to her fellow residents via the social media tool and does not really mean to show any disrespect.
At least, that is what I chose to believe.
However, that is no excuse to not pay full attention during such a solem moment. We have all been in school long enough to know the proper posture to display.
Dear Singapore,
When I went to BMT many years ago, my PC asked us this question: "Why do we serve?"
Hands began going up into the air and several answers given by the recruits but non of the replies seemed to impress him much.
Throwing up his arms in despair (ok, I made that one up), this was what he said to us, "This, is YOUR country; YOUR territory. Here is where YOUR home, YOUR property, and all YOUR loved ones are. If YOU don't protect her, WHO will?
His answer hit me in the face like a wake-up call. As I lay in bed that night, I keep repeating that answer to myself, "If I don't, WHO will?"
There were plenty more to what my PC said earlier that day under the training shed but these are the most impactful words from him which helped me to survive my two years of conscription.
Boys like me, who had been forcefully taken away from our comfort zone the moment we turned eighteen years old were thrown into a unfamiliar environment where the toughest training awaits.
Of course, there were good times and not-so-good times. At times, when the training gets a little too tough, I would remind myself of the reason why I served.
When I went to BMT many years ago, my PC asked us this question: "Why do we serve?"
Hands began going up into the air and several answers given by the recruits but non of the replies seemed to impress him much.
Throwing up his arms in despair (ok, I made that one up), this was what he said to us, "This, is YOUR country; YOUR territory. Here is where YOUR home, YOUR property, and all YOUR loved ones are. If YOU don't protect her, WHO will?
His answer hit me in the face like a wake-up call. As I lay in bed that night, I keep repeating that answer to myself, "If I don't, WHO will?"
There were plenty more to what my PC said earlier that day under the training shed but these are the most impactful words from him which helped me to survive my two years of conscription.
Boys like me, who had been forcefully taken away from our comfort zone the moment we turned eighteen years old were thrown into a unfamiliar environment where the toughest training awaits.
Of course, there were good times and not-so-good times. At times, when the training gets a little too tough, I would remind myself of the reason why I served.
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| It has been quite a while since I last came up with a recipe post. I have been craving for good quality boiled soup instead of those instanteous soups made with ikan bilis/chicken cubes. Thus, I ordered this soup for lunch at the foodcourt but my tongue felt numb for the rest of the day due to MSG overdose. I decided to make this soup myself so my family could benefit from the cooling properties of the soup. Here are some benefits of Snow Pear: - Stops coughing - Expels heatiness - Dissolves phlegm - Good for respiratory ailments I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. Bon appetit! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
My threadless spree has finally arrived! 
Epic Battle
I have been hearing alot about Threadless but never knew what was all the hype about? From the website, it seemed quite popular so I decided to jump on the wagon and ordered two for myself!
I ordered three actually, but the third design (below) was out of stock.
I ordered three actually, but the third design (below) was out of stock.
I call it the "Smurvatar"! (Smurf + Avatar)
Everyone help me to request for a reprint pretty please!
The Lunar Seventh Month, also known as the Hungry Ghost Festival is celebrated by the Chinese around the world.
Some might confused this with Qing Ming (Tomb Sweeping Festival), when the living pay homeage to the dead; whilst during the Hungry Ghost Festival, the roles are reversed: it's the ghosts and spirits who paid visits to the living.
As Buddhists, my family do not celebrate the Hungry Ghost Festival as true Buddhist teachings do not encourage the burning of material comforts (paper money, clothes, houses, etc) although we do worship the ancestral tablets at home with twice daily incenses.
Some might confused this with Qing Ming (Tomb Sweeping Festival), when the living pay homeage to the dead; whilst during the Hungry Ghost Festival, the roles are reversed: it's the ghosts and spirits who paid visits to the living.
As Buddhists, my family do not celebrate the Hungry Ghost Festival as true Buddhist teachings do not encourage the burning of material comforts (paper money, clothes, houses, etc) although we do worship the ancestral tablets at home with twice daily incenses.
Troubled by love?
Always shunned by the opposite sex?
Wondering why the girls never look your way till you wanna sing 对面的女孩看过来?
WORRY NO MORE!
Help is here!
影 片 名：《撞鬼》
英 文 名：Twisted
类别 ：恐怖/喜剧
导 演：蔡于位
主要演员：李国煌 朱咪咪 廖语晴 苏智诚 陈来翔 林冰冰 梁祖仪 赖力豪 李美玲
上映日期：2011年7月28日
本地发行商：Shaw Organisation Clover Films
In the Spring of 1974, several farmers from the Yang Village near Xi'an were digging a well when they stumbled across the most priceless archaeological discovery of modern times!
Excavations have un-earthed thousands of terracotta warriors, each with a unique facial expression and positioned according to their ranks.
They are a replica of the Qin army from more than 2,200 years ago and it was believed that each terracotta warriors were replicas of real Chinese soldiers.
The army of statues, numbering in the thousands, is testament of the forces the first Emperor of China had at his command.
Qin Shi Huang (259 - 210BC) was the first Emperor of the Qin Dynasty and he was the founder of China's first empire after unifying the Seven Warring States. If this name sounded all too familiar, that was because he is the one who ordered the building and restoration of the Great Wall of China!
Upon ascending the throne at the age of 13, Qin Shi Huang ordered the construction of his tomb which took 38 years to build and utilizing the labor of over 700,000 conscripts many of whom were killed to protect the privacy of the Emperor once it was done.
I was feeling bored at home last Sunday so I decided to change into my jeans and shirt and hopped onto an east-bound train with no destination in mind.
As I travelled, I figured that I had nowhere to go to on the east side so I changed my mind and u-turned at Jurong East, headed for Chinese Garden instead.
Since young, it has always been my dream to visit the garden together with my family but due to some reasons whatsoever, this dream never did materialize.
顾名思义，Fridgeezoo 指的正是「冰箱里的动物园」。
这是由日本所出产的四款以北极动物为主题的“牛奶罐”。
牛奶罐形状的北极熊，企鹅，海象及海狮很逗趣吧？
因为是要放进冰箱里的，因此，以北极动物来做造型是非常贴切的。
McDonald's Chocolate Melts buy one get one free!
Flash the above coupon to enjoy the offer.
Promotion starts from today till 19th July!
Hurry!
For the past few months, Dad has been talking about this Curry Fish Head from Johor Bahru which he has heard from his Malaysian colleague.
I loved Indian Curry Fish Head alot but I would not say the same for Chinese-styled Curry Fish Head. It is not something that I would order unless it's a family dinner and the rest of the clan craves for it.
So, it was very unwillingly that Mum and I followed him to Johor Bahru in search of this Curry Fish Head.
The Twister Fries is back if you do not already know!
That is the Chilli Chicken McGrill at the background.
That is the Chilli Chicken McGrill at the background.
昨晚看MIO TV (付费电视) 时，无意间转到第五十频道正播放着《岁月神偷》。
原本以为是部有关小偷的故事因此没多大兴趣。但，因为有我所欣赏的演员 - 吴君如与任达华两人主演，所以决定继续看下去。
故事是由罗家次子罗进二 (钟绍图 饰) 的角度回顾了六，七十年代的香港。
罗家四口是香港典型的低阶层市民。
罗爸爸 (任达华 饰) 是个造鞋铺的老板。妻子，罗太太 (吴君如 饰) 则是贤内助。
长子罗进一 (李治廷 饰) 长得帅气，品学兼优，又是运动健将。看似有美好的将来，却不幸的患了癌症入院。他与富家女Flora (蔡颖恩 饰) 的纯纯之恋尚未开花结果就夭折了。
弟弟进二则是哥哥的相反： 他喜欢在街上游荡，顺手牵羊，上课不专心，被老师罚站，倒数更是家常便饭！
If you are a non iPhone user like me, you must be frustrated with finding suitable accessories for your mobile phone.
From phone covers to apps and even docking stations, everything seems to be made for Apple products only.
Today, I am going to DIY a cradle and docking station for my mobile phone with the box that it came in with.
All you need is just some time and some ingenuity but most importantly, it costs next to nothing and you did your bit to save the environment by recycling!
Enjoy!
A very Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there!
We celebrated Father's Day two days ago at Putien over at their Jurong Point branch.
My parents and I were only informed by my sis about this dinner for Dads at the very last minute!
No, do not mistaken this for the title of yet another silly vampire movie.
There have been so much talk about it lately but I was not sure if I would be interested to stay up for it.
There have been so much talk about it lately but I was not sure if I would be interested to stay up for it.
Singapore is usually located too out of the way geographically to be involved in any eclipse - lunar or otherwise.
This time, however, except for North America, the Lunar Eclipse would be visible practically almost everywhere!
From Africa to Europe and even Asia! Yes, that means Singapore too!
No wonder Twitterville was aflutter with excitement over this rare phenomenon which was set to occur this morning.
I do not usually moon-gaze but my interest was aroused when I knew that the moon would turn a scarlet red (as a result of sunlight refracting through the Earth's atmosphere, and more red light landing on the Moon than blue light) and it was gonna be the century's longest and darkest Lunar Eclipse.
You might want to know that this Lunar Eclipse is different from the Solar Eclipse in the sense that it is perfectly safe to watch with your naked eye and telescope is NOT required.
I shall be updating this blog 'live' with pictures of the moon taken from right outside my window for as long as I could stay awake and hopefully, bring some decent pictures to my readers.
This time, however, except for North America, the Lunar Eclipse would be visible practically almost everywhere!
From Africa to Europe and even Asia! Yes, that means Singapore too!
No wonder Twitterville was aflutter with excitement over this rare phenomenon which was set to occur this morning.
I do not usually moon-gaze but my interest was aroused when I knew that the moon would turn a scarlet red (as a result of sunlight refracting through the Earth's atmosphere, and more red light landing on the Moon than blue light) and it was gonna be the century's longest and darkest Lunar Eclipse.
You might want to know that this Lunar Eclipse is different from the Solar Eclipse in the sense that it is perfectly safe to watch with your naked eye and telescope is NOT required.
I shall be updating this blog 'live' with pictures of the moon taken from right outside my window for as long as I could stay awake and hopefully, bring some decent pictures to my readers.
As I still have some ingredients left over from the previous cupcake making session, I thought of finishing up the remainder so as not to take up space in the cupboard.
Actually, this was just my third time baking cupcakes so I do not have much experience to speak of.
Cast: Piyathida Woramuksik, Saharat Sangkapreecha
Director: Sophon Sakdaphisit (Jim)
Genre: Horror
Language: Thai with English Subtitles
Release Date: 9 June 2011
Distributor: Golden Village Pictures
Being a ardent fan of Thai horror
movies, I was delighted yet nervous at the same time to attend the
premiere of Laddaland at Plaza Singapura last night.
As with most people, I have a love-hate relationship with horror movies. Each time after watching, the horrifying scenes would be looping in my mind for days and despite that, there is a incessant urge in me that's begging to be spooked.
As with most people, I have a love-hate relationship with horror movies. Each time after watching, the horrifying scenes would be looping in my mind for days and despite that, there is a incessant urge in me that's begging to be spooked.
The uneven shape of the fishball is evident that they were all handmade
After her follow-up at the hospital, Mum and I dropped by Tiong Bahru Market for our brunch. It was way past 2pm and it is no wonder why we were famished!
As it was a Monday, most of the stalls were closed for business but I am not complaining; it simply means less headache over choosing what to eat!
Anyone remember QOO - the water droplet icon for the non-carbonated drink from Coca-Cola? Although not too big a fan of the beverage, I find the mascot rather cute.
I happened to stumble across this series of QOO TV commercials from Hong Kong and thought of sharing it.
Grand Opening Of Shaw Theaters Lido and "Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" Gala Premiere
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The new ticketing counter
After a intensive seven months renovations, Shaw Lidos is back - newer and classier!
Thanks to Nuffnang, I was invited to the grand opening of Shaw Lidos and the Gala Premiere of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
It is exhilarating to know that we are watching POTC4 way before the Americans does which is due for release on May 20, 2011 in the US!
Thanks to Nuffnang, I was invited to the grand opening of Shaw Lidos and the Gala Premiere of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
It is exhilarating to know that we are watching POTC4 way before the Americans does which is due for release on May 20, 2011 in the US!
Mum was hospitalized and I have been with her at the hospital for the past few days.
I feared that I would lost her for good seeing how frail and sickly she has become.
Fortunately, she was getting better after surgery and is now recuperating at home.
To Whom It May Concern,
On Wednesday (May 11, 2011) afternoon, my Mum was gravely ill and at the advise of the polyclinic, I had to rush her to the A&E Department of the Singapore General Hospital immediately.
We waited for a long time by the roadside but not a single empty cab was in sight.
For the next hour (yes, that is how long we have been trying to flag for a cab), I managed to flag down three empty blue Comfort cabs at three different locations but sadly, all three drivers rejected our hire upon learning the destination.
The Comfort cabs in question were 4535, 5919 and 6536 (I could not remember their taxi prefix).
The driver of 6536, in particular, gave us a wave of his hand before stepping on the accelerator and sped off laughing.
This is disgraceful.
Your drivers' lack of compassion and sympathy seriously astounds me!
The reason why I did not book a cab earlier was because I did not expect it would take us that long just to get us one cab to the hospital.
We finally found one willing to take us within five minutes through booking.
I guess I have only myself to blame for not booking a cab instead so that your mercenary drivers could earn that extra $2.50 booking fee from me.
When we finally did get to the hospital, my Mum had to be hospitalized immediately for treatment.
I hope your drivers understand that someday, their loved ones could be in the same predicament and it would be a shame if something deplorable were to happen just because help was not rendered in time.
On Wednesday (May 11, 2011) afternoon, my Mum was gravely ill and at the advise of the polyclinic, I had to rush her to the A&E Department of the Singapore General Hospital immediately.
We waited for a long time by the roadside but not a single empty cab was in sight.
For the next hour (yes, that is how long we have been trying to flag for a cab), I managed to flag down three empty blue Comfort cabs at three different locations but sadly, all three drivers rejected our hire upon learning the destination.
The Comfort cabs in question were 4535, 5919 and 6536 (I could not remember their taxi prefix).
The driver of 6536, in particular, gave us a wave of his hand before stepping on the accelerator and sped off laughing.
This is disgraceful.
Your drivers' lack of compassion and sympathy seriously astounds me!
The reason why I did not book a cab earlier was because I did not expect it would take us that long just to get us one cab to the hospital.
We finally found one willing to take us within five minutes through booking.
I guess I have only myself to blame for not booking a cab instead so that your mercenary drivers could earn that extra $2.50 booking fee from me.
When we finally did get to the hospital, my Mum had to be hospitalized immediately for treatment.
I hope your drivers understand that someday, their loved ones could be in the same predicament and it would be a shame if something deplorable were to happen just because help was not rendered in time.
Mum was digging through her cupboard when she dug out these Mother's Day cards which I have made for her during primary school.
These must have been at least 23 years old!
This card open upwards
These must have been at least 23 years old!
This card open upwards
The long awaited Captain Jack Sparrow is returning to the big screen in the latest instalment of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
And guess what?
Nuffnang is giving away 80 pairs of tickets to attend the Gala Premiere in Singapore!
Cast: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster, Dwayne Johnson
Director: Justin Lin
Genre: Action/ Adventure
Language: English
Release Date: 6 May 2011
Distributor: UIP
Thanks to the good people at [OMY] and United International Pictures (UIP), I was among the lucky few invited to preview FAST & FURIOUS 5 at Film Garde, Iluma tonight.
I have to be very honest here.
I did not watch the first four instalments thus I do not know what I was expecting from the movie. However, the action picked up and I was soon gripping my seat for the remainder of the show.
Nevermind that the "escaping on corrugated zinc rooftop" scene reminds me of a Jacky Chan movie. Do not even try to figure why the Kingpin's bank vault is under protection inside the police station.
Throw your logic out of the window because some scenes here do not make any sense at all.
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With a sibling in the service industry, we would often have to accomodate his schedule which is often quite the opposite from everybody else.
Therefore, whenever there are any birthdays or celebratory events in the family, we would often have to hold it earlier.
I spent a greater part of my childhood visiting my Grandparents in Tiong Bahru almost every weekend.
Each time we are there, we would visit the old Tiong Bahru Market and have nothing else except for our favorite Lor Mee.
After the passing of Grandpa, Grandma moved in with her eldest son to another estate, thus ending our regular visits to Tiong Bahru.
It was also the last time I had the original Tiong Bahru Lor Mee.
It was also the last time I had the original Tiong Bahru Lor Mee.
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