There were several occasions during last night's live telecast of the National Day Rally delivered by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and some members of his team. Lee Hsien Loong spoke of all Singaporeans like his children. The very sincere messages were close to our hearts and his words hit it right home.
As far as my memory serves me, when LHL took over, many criticised that senior Mr Lee had Goh Chok Tong warm the "throne" for his eldest son in the "Lee empire". As of last night, I had an epiphany - Goh Chok Tong, whether he was a seat warmer or not, he was an impressive Prime Minister and during his "reign", the nation prospered. Though I may not be entirely happy with some choices I had to made just because I'm just born a Singaporean, I grew up a happy child and a satisfied citizen. As I watched our current Prime Minister carefully picked his words as not to offend prickly Singaporeans, his sincerity and messages touched me. I came to realise that senior Mr Lee didn't just pick his son out of selfish intentions. Instead, he picked a trusted and impressive successor who is radically different but incredibly fitting in current context. Today, with overwhelming emotions, I'm glad to announce that I'm a proud Singaporean. We have so much room to improve but we need each other to do that.
Even with so much issues internally, I'm beginning to see some light at the end of the tunnel. As long as we remember what he said...
Hope. Heart. Home.
I read an article this morning and it touched on my pet subject.
#silencethehate
Let's just try this today - Give way to someone, whether you are on the road or a mere commuter on the train. When someone extends their kindness, say thanks or a simple wave while you're on the wheel. Let the grace start from you...
Ok, this is why I couldn't fit the message on Twitter...
