Singapore is FANTASTIC! Everything is so NEAT and CLEAN and ORGANISED. I love it. I love how they all make sure that their country remains so beautiful. It's hot - bloody hot, but I guess you get used to it.
I am having a fab time. I have made a conscious decision to let go and enjoy myself. Usually I am so uptight and anxious and full of shit, but this time I have decided that I am not going to let my analness spoil my husband's life long dream. I am managed to achieve about 90% un-analness which is really good. I think it helps that Marko has allowed me an hour or so alone time each day.
This morning they (my sister, her kids and Marko) have all gone to the zoo. I politely declined and have had the whole morning on my laptop. Sitting here with the fan on and the veranda doors wide open. Beautiful.
Last night we went to the first Grand Prix session, it was fabulous. I am not really into racing or Formula One etc, but even I had to admit that it was pretty special being *this* close to the action. The track and the set up is outstanding. Everything is so slick. The cars are bloody loud! But even that is amazing. I got goosebumps. You can stand just a few meters away from the track and when the cars go past you feel the power reverberate through your whole body. Very, very cool.
There were about 500,000 people there last night, but no stress, no bad vibes, no debauchery. Just lots of happy, relaxed people walking around in shorts and T shirts. Love it. If I could live my whole life in shorts and T shirts, I would be happy.
There were a few Asian Barbies in HIGH HIGH heels (WTF! Are they mad!) but most people were dressed casually. I must say though, Asian women dress beautifully. They really are very stylish.
I have NEVER seen so many cameras before. Every time a car went past, thousands of cameras went up. Was so funny to see. I had to take a picture of the cameras with my cell phone.
All in all, having a fab time here. Am very pleased I decided to unclench my sphincter and relax a bit.
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Yes, Spore is lovely....but I think the "no gum" rule would get me down. (And I don't even chew gum. I just have a problem with authority.)
Posted by: L. | 25 September 2010 at 08:36 AM
Guess what I wear EVERY day? I only wear jeans if we are going to watch ice hockey.
Jealous? :)
So glad you're having a fabulous time. V v proud of you!
Posted by: Boulder | 25 September 2010 at 10:11 AM
I know, isn't it amazing? Have you been to Raffles yet? My hotel was the Pan Pacific and apparently the circuit for the racing will go right past there x I loved Singapore for it's cleanliness, the sweetness of the people and how safe I felt at ALL times!!
Posted by: Debbie in the uk | 25 September 2010 at 10:36 AM
hi...do come over to malaysia..i know singapore is nice and clean and sooo orderly...but we malaysians' have a big heart and our country is bigger...
do enjoy yourself and try out the local delicacies especially the food court at vivo center..
have fun
Posted by: sangeetha | 25 September 2010 at 04:44 PM
I love Singapore! I haven't been there for a few years but I always have such a good time. Everyone is so friendly.
Posted by: gingerandlime | 26 September 2010 at 01:26 AM
I am very very proud of the Anal-Tynes, they have been super relaxed and fun to have around. Boo Hoo time is going by too fast. Please dont go.
Posted by: Nina-Number-One | 26 September 2010 at 04:06 AM
I am 'watching the race' from my dining room table, while I suss out my blog to see if there's been any traffic (I should probably post something), and I thought of you right there! I had to drop a note to say Hi and I hope you're loving every second (complete with unattractive ear-plugs!)
(We went to the A1 GP when we had it here in Durban, so your ears have my sympathy, and although the sun near killed me, it was the BEST sunburn I've ever experienced.)
Posted by: JennJenn | 26 September 2010 at 02:43 PM
Are you sure those Asian barbies were actually women?
Posted by: Chantal | 26 September 2010 at 06:10 PM
Oh I am so jealous... not of the heat, not by a long shot, but I would so love to attend an F1 grand prix...
Posted by: Angel | 26 September 2010 at 07:10 PM
I'm sorry, Tertia, but...
I can't helping laughing (in a friendly way) at you congratulating yourself for relaxing while in Singapore. I suspect that the only reason you feel free to unclench your sphincter is that Singapore itself is doing the anal-retentive thing FOR you.
Criminy -- you can get slapped with a $1000 fine just for possessing chewing gum there!
That said, I'm glad you've had such a lovely time. :)
Posted by: Tine | 27 September 2010 at 04:57 PM
Happy to learn that you enjoyed my country. I was at F1 too, but more to catch Daughtry and Adam Lambert!
Posted by: Ruth | 29 September 2010 at 02:54 PM