Tribute to the Founding Fathers

The latest news came as MM Lee Kuan Yew and SM Goh Chok Tong decided to step down from the Cabinet.

Once again, I can't help but to lament the loss of two fine gentlemen who are the founding fathers of modern Singapore. I know that they are old, particularly MM Lee, and as a concerned citizen, I ought to take into consideration his age, but there is a part in me that feel that it is still too soon. Of course, if he is a loved one, I would want him to retire, for his own good.

There is no denying his massive contributions to Singapore and no words can extend my gratitude to where Singapore stands today. Money can't buy you someone as inspiring as MM Lee who love this country above all. Indeed, where would we, the younger citizens, who enjoy all the fruits of the labour the previous generation slave and sweat for us be, if we were not blessed?

I mean, he can always continue with his law firm business. I am sure he too will shine in that area. What made him give that up and dedicated his life to Singapore, its people and future?

What made these politicians give up their easier lives and help the citizens instead? For sure, it is not an easy job looking after citizens' demands. I wouldn't do that. There must be a calling which they found and I salute them for that.

It irks me so much that people of my age have taken things for granted. These feelings of contempt breed under a circumstance where everything is bright and fine.

Ignorance. Rude. Ungrateful. Whiny. Shortsightedness. These are some choice words which describe some of the young generation at this age and time.

It's too bad they forget the struggles their parents faced. It's alarming how fast the people can become complacent, thinking that all they have now is no big deal. It's only one generation!

My parents still talk about the good old days at the kampong and I can't see myself living that kind of life. Is this why this generation is dubbed the unappreciative lot?

I do not consider myself to be in the same category as these young adults. Heck no. I would draw a very thick line if I have to.

Sure, I have my grouses and complains, but ultimately, I never hate Singapore, its leaders and policies. I can never do that. I would not betray the country that gives us so much in life.

For the greater good, there are sacrifices to be made. MM Lee saw that, I know that, I don't see why others can't see that too.

Birthday Dinner

Celebrated my belated birthday dinner at Paradise Inn at Changi Airport Terminal 1. The mango sago is just so delicious!

And that concludes my 20th birthday. I'm already looking forward to the next.