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I once asked my mother, “What was the unhappiest time in your life?” She replied that she felt a sense of emptiness and sadness when I went off to university and started working—that she felt like she no longer had a place in my life. Her colleagues even told me the same thing, saying that during that time, they saw her desk filled with A4 sheets covered with my name written over and over again.
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Life will not always go as planned. There will be moments when things shift without warning. What you hold on to in those moments matters… That a cheerful heart, even in difficulty, is not something small. It changes how you carry the weight.
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One can feel the fun, happiness, excitement and most importantly, the unity of one Singapore.
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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.
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A poetic tribute to this wonderful, magical cultural heritage
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What’s heart-warming is how all are ultimately united in a common goal – to bring the joy of the festivities to the crowd, the enjoyment of friendships across all ages, ethnicity or even nationalities, and the striving for excellence
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Lanterns glowed as dancers spun past, drums beating like a heartbeat. Bright floats showed lions, phoenixes and flowers mixed with neon lights and familiar music.
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In 2025, I had the honour of becoming one of the participants. This experience allowed me to see Chingay beyond the spectacle and gain a deeper appreciation of the hardwork, commitment and teamwork that take place behind the scenes
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It brought lasting friendships, immense joy in performing and evoked deep pride in representing Singapore’s diversity.. It is a living story of community and heritage