Not too sure the motive or intent of this outfit but it certainly created an impression. On the day, before all Saints Day, the "little darling" dressed in all black with a golden mask on 31 Oct 11 morning for ... "Trick or Treat !!!" Whilst its ok to don the mask at home and in class, I guess, it will not be too good an idea to do so in the MRT or at the nearby bank. Many elderly are armed with umbrellas, walking stick and other make-do weapons. Scare them and follow-up consequences make just evolve. May just have to bail her out !!! HAPPY HALLOWEEN !!!
Monday, October 31, 2011
Phantom of Highland Terrace
Not too sure the motive or intent of this outfit but it certainly created an impression. On the day, before all Saints Day, the "little darling" dressed in all black with a golden mask on 31 Oct 11 morning for ... "Trick or Treat !!!" Whilst its ok to don the mask at home and in class, I guess, it will not be too good an idea to do so in the MRT or at the nearby bank. Many elderly are armed with umbrellas, walking stick and other make-do weapons. Scare them and follow-up consequences make just evolve. May just have to bail her out !!! HAPPY HALLOWEEN !!!
Friday, October 28, 2011
Streets of Ha Noi
Crossing the streets of Ha Noi can be a frightful experience for a first timer in Viet Nam. 
The wall of motorcycles and bicycles that swamped the roads would certain deter anyone from making an attempt to get to the other side of the road (Even the chicken gave up !!!). With so many motorcycles, where do they park ? Along the streets but in very organised fashion. To maximize space, its first come, first serve to join those that are already parked there. When its time to get it out, someone round the corner will pop out to assist in the removal process for a small fee. (Parking is free !!!) 
For those who are selling small items along the small lanes and narrow paths, two baskets over the shoulders on a long pole is a practical solution for easy manoeuves. Like the motocycles who will give way to the those crossing the streets, pedestrians too make way for those carrying the baskets. (Not very nice to be caught within the swinging circle of the long pole !!)
For those with heavier loads and wanting to cover longer distance, mobile goods on wheels is a good solution. Though joint/collective efforts, a mobile fruit store could easily be set up, when the various fruit bicycles (each with different fruits) meet. 
At lunch break, the 2-wheel vehicle also becomes the resting place. Parked under some shades, out comes the newspaper, up goes the legs and r-e-l-a-x. Probably for massaging effect, the engine could be started. 
With bicycle as a primary mode of transportation, bicycle repair shops for emergency tyre repairs are found in many street corners. Some must have been in this trade for a long time. Just armed with a basin of water, some rubber patches with glue, a portable hand pump and an extra chair/stool, they are ready for business.
The wall of motorcycles and bicycles that swamped the roads would certain deter anyone from making an attempt to get to the other side of the road (Even the chicken gave up !!!). With so many motorcycles, where do they park ? Along the streets but in very organised fashion. To maximize space, its first come, first serve to join those that are already parked there. When its time to get it out, someone round the corner will pop out to assist in the removal process for a small fee. (Parking is free !!!) 
For those who are selling small items along the small lanes and narrow paths, two baskets over the shoulders on a long pole is a practical solution for easy manoeuves. Like the motocycles who will give way to the those crossing the streets, pedestrians too make way for those carrying the baskets. (Not very nice to be caught within the swinging circle of the long pole !!)
For those with heavier loads and wanting to cover longer distance, mobile goods on wheels is a good solution. Though joint/collective efforts, a mobile fruit store could easily be set up, when the various fruit bicycles (each with different fruits) meet. 
At lunch break, the 2-wheel vehicle also becomes the resting place. Parked under some shades, out comes the newspaper, up goes the legs and r-e-l-a-x. Probably for massaging effect, the engine could be started. 
With bicycle as a primary mode of transportation, bicycle repair shops for emergency tyre repairs are found in many street corners. Some must have been in this trade for a long time. Just armed with a basin of water, some rubber patches with glue, a portable hand pump and an extra chair/stool, they are ready for business.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Thai (niece-in-law)
Maxim & Veronica's wedding dinner was held at the Fort Canning Hotel on 22 Oct 11. It was our first meeting with our new Thai, niece-in-law. As she learns English, Maxim learns Thai. Certainly an interesting cross-culture marriage. Also, met up with other niece (Lynette) and nephews (Adrain, Dennis and Fabian). This was the Singapore part of the celebration. They had their Church wedding at Thailand some weeks earlier. So, I guess, the there's now a new Thai cousin for Sarah-Marie, Arron-James and Clarissa-Anne too !!!
Friday, October 14, 2011
Bangla Pub
Our 3-in-1 cluster Meetng at Dhaka and Chittagong have finally concluded today. Our Japanese staff wanted to have a beer to end the day so we accommanied him to the hotel's pub. 6 of us are now sitting in a Bangla Pub, not understanding a word from the Bangla band. Thank goodness its dark in here or our blank look will stand out ...
Friday, October 7, 2011
After 6 years
The 6 years effort concluded on 7 Oct 2011 with the convocation ceremony for the SIM Universaity-Class of 2011. It marked the final episode of the many nights of meeting deadlines, sending assignments from overseas, overcoming internet linkage failures at the 11th hour, etc. Yes !!! Its finally over !!!
Congrats Mummy !!!
Congrats Mummy !!!
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