Singapore Botanic Gardens

The Singapore Botanic Gardens opened in 1859 and cover a huge space. I couldn’t possibly do everything but did get a taste of the different gardens – especially the incredible National Orchid Garden.

My camera isn't working, but here's some old pics of awesome friends - three of whom I spent time with this week.

Refreshing reconnections in Singapore

For the first time since leaving China more than two months ago, I spent time with people who really KNOW me. I came back feeling refreshed, and more myself than I have in a long time. I also gained an extra measure of hope/reassurance about my imminent move to Australia.

View from the park up the road where I sat outside reading around sunset.

Whirlwind visit to Australia

My past two visits to Australia have been the easiest I’ve made in ten years. Were they easier because I’m already looking ahead to moving there? It’s still strange to think about not being in China, but I feel more at peace about the coming move.

2012 Trip – part 3: Singapore

Stefan is one of my Beijing kids; he has been living in Singapore the last two years while doing his compulsory national service there (6 weeks to go!) He was at the airport to pick me up when I arrived despite the fact that my plane landed before 5:30am. We went back to his family’s…

Summer travels – Singapore

I had just over a week in Singapore. I rode the Singapore Flyer, went on a Ducktour, saw a bit of Marina Bay, including the Helix Bridge, ate at hawker stands, and did a little shopping. I’m told that eating is one of the most important things to do in Singapore – so of course…