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Monday, July 27, 2009

Are Singaporeans too afraid/ embarrassed to lend a helping hand to a stranger in need?

Well, the thought came across my mind after I slipped for the 2nd time today. Yes, 2 times. The embarrassment was transformed to more of an enquiry. The journey from P.S. to The Cathay was exceptionally wet due to the downpour and I was in my Billabong flip-flops. Did I mention that I was also carrying a 5kg haversack and 2kg Macbook? Yes, it was DREADFUL. Anyway, the route was still pretty crowded but no one offered to help me out. Alright, I do not mean to sound like some princess and definitely was not expecting anyone to offer me their help. But, the second fall did made me do some thinking.

Are we not suppose to have graciousness and consideration instilled in us? Oh, I have forgotten. We DO need the Singa Lion and Phua Chu Kang to remind us daily to do that (assuming that you are taking the MRT). The campaign may seem successful only because the reminder is staring at us! I cannot help but feel slightly embarrassed every time I stare back at them (PCK and Rosie). We actually need some ridiculous TV characters to educate us. WTH? Ok, on the second though the posters may be doing a reverse psychological effect on the commuters. No matter what it is, I am pretty sure I would certainly laugh my head off if I was a tourist.

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