Since finalising the purchase of our property in JB, I felt a need to look for a new challenge. And out of nowhere I suddenly recalled a long subdued desire to climb mountains. While I don’t intend to scale Mount Everest, my goal is to at least reach the summitContinue Reading

Saturday’s papers reported that Singapore needs 30,000 immigrants every year just to sustain productivity. This is because we are not giving birth to enough children, at a total fertility rate of 1.24, we are barely replacing ourselves. And even with the influx of immigrants, we will not be able toContinue Reading

Time is 5.30pm and it is Joel’s third day in primary school, a new phase of his life which marks his growing independence. While waiting for the teachers to dismiss their precious flock, I am mingling among the other equally anxious parents anticipating the return of their first born childContinue Reading

The months of October and November went by in a blast. It was my busiest period this year chasing deadlines, preparing papers and presentations, organising events and attending numerous thank you meals. And it sucks that this had to come at a time when everyone else in my department isContinue Reading

I was inspired. So I plugged in my earphones, passed the commuting crowd of Tanjong Pagar and started a stroll down Singapore CBD. The streets of Singapore CBD are very different at night. As I pass the Starbucks round the corner, I saw executives loosening their ties and shirts, slinkingContinue Reading

Yesterday is Mid Autumn Festival and my favourite time of the year. I have always enjoyed the mood during this period of time when family and friends exchange mooncakes and children and adults alike descend upon the park to light candles, sparkles and carry lanterns. The celebration using these traditionalContinue Reading