An interesting anecdote in “Dare to change: An alternative vision for Singapore” by Chee Soon Juan.I discuss what I have learned of Singaporean values with a local journalist. “What is the ‘national interest’?” I ask. “Peace, happiness, you know. That sort of thing.” “How do you find it?” “Shopping,” she reveals, lighting another Winston. “I… Read More »
Broke records: (1) 22nd consecutive working days!; (2) First midshift of the year without being extended! “When you lie, you must smile” joke on Merine.
No, it isn’t your imagination. Airline food really is quite tasteless. This is not because it actually is without taste but because your taste buds are dulled by high altitude and the cabin pressure, so food that probably would have been perfectly acceptable if it were eaten with your feet on the ground loses flavour… Read More »
Deliberately sabotaged Jackie with lots of drinks on a single tray. Shirley, Sharon and Marie acknowledged my ploy.
Washing seriously jammed as Joey CBL. Dan commented: “S more like kitchen staff!” Big-boss-like – didn’t let Joey off (at 9pm) until he cleared washing. Made him “pai sei” (embarrassed) deliberately. OMO after 10pm to let Dan concentrate on washing.
This is probably why Sony had to recall its batteries. Sometimes the pirates can’t spell. Other times, the misspelling is deliberate. Still, not everything has to do with spelling. And very soon, you will see plenty of iPhone wannabees. Related story:How-To: Beware of the Fake “Nokla N95” Phone