As the floats rolled past, strangers became friends, exchanging opinions on which floats they liked. It was like a village affair.
Stepping into the stage gave her a strong sense of accomplishment – a reminder that age is no barrier to passion, confidence and contribution
One can feel the fun, happiness, excitement and most importantly, the unity of one Singapore.
My wish finally came true many years later when I had the opportunity in 2025 as part of a dance group to participate in the event
I was amazed by my ability to learn complex choreography and maintain the stamina needed for the performance, proving that perseverance knows no age limits.
I started Chingay performance at Orchard Road in the 80s, when the Chingay parade was held in the morning.