Flying into Singapore seemed for us like reverse culture shock. We had grown used to the people and pace and all the idiosyncrasies that comprise third world Thailand. Singapore is, of course, modern, clean, all shined up with an orderly sheen. This stop was extra nice for us because we were able to connect with friends from Toronto. First Jimmy Tsang (room mate from York U) and his wife Jean flew in from HK and shared there knowledge of the town and SE Asian cuisine.
We had a great visit over 3 days with a great couple: thanks to J+J Tsang for the opportunity for a friendship rekindled.
We also had the good fortune to reconnect with Cathy and Stuart Robinson...
Meet you in Singapore
friends from home whom we had not seen for too long a time. Again we were welcomed with camaraderie and hospitality that speaks to generosity of spirit apparently common amongst expats living abroad. Their Singapore home is set up for kids and M+M enjoyed a nice break from the nomadic life ... hanging with Kade and Brody for a couple of afternoons.
Thanks Cathy and Stu for the hospitality ... everything from home made sandwiches to the 18 year old liquid gold from the highlands of Scotland!
Another highlight was our visit to the Singapore zoo (we were 'members' thanks to Stuart's corporate pass) whose displays surpass those at Toronto zoo for design and presentation ... eg. free range orangutan display meant no barriers but no escape either.
Next stop is Doha and a little piece of the middle east before Tanzania and back to the basics. We did a cheers last night on the eve of our 3 month anniversary "on the road."
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