Christmas has arrived in Singapore and so has Khamma!

Big Bird

We thought that putting up Christmas decorations in November was far too early in the UK. The lights in the shopping centres, the endless Musak carols, the cards, the fake Santa; I thought this was unique to UK, until you arrive in Singapore. I think there is a government department behind this because officially on the 3 November Christmas began and it officially ends on 31 January. Three months of peace and goodwill to all men. Is this because of celebrating the birth of Christ in a mixed religious society - no, it is celebrating the spending of the dollar. It is all about an excuse to do more shopping.

Khamma arrived on Thursday night after a long day travelling from Owerrrouse. At the weekend we visited the rather splendid Jurong Bird Park and on Sunday we found the Science Centre and IMAX cinema. So nothing much more than usual touristy things to do, but good all the same.

Digger Bird

Khamma is here for two weeks then goes back to Thamuang, a week later I finish in Singapore and meet up with Khamma in the village for a bit of a break. We then go to England for two weeks arriving on 19 December. Looking forward to seeing you all.

Talking Bird