Tag Archives: Lee Kuan Yew

You Lift Us Up Mr Lee

Posted on April 4, 2015 by bookjunkie

Was most captivated and pleasantly surprised by an image of Lee Kuan Yew on a building at Rangoon Road. The words “You lift us up Mr Lee”, I’m sure drew the sentiments of everyone who looked up and spotted it. … Continue reading →

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Painting: Lee Kuan Yew

Posted on April 4, 2015 by bookjunkie

Captivating images at Ode to Art spotted at Raffles City that made everyone passing by turn their heads. I read that it’s by an artist from China, Ren Zhenyu and the one in the window, oil on canvas, is marked as … Continue reading →

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Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s Diet, Exercise & Daily Routine

Posted on April 1, 2015 by bookjunkie

I am beyond fascinated by Lee Kuan Yew’s diet, exercise and daily routine as I am keen to learn from someone who had a long life and paid keen attention to his health, with much diligence. I had no clue … Continue reading →

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Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Posted on March 31, 2015 by bookjunkie

Back to The Coffee Daily for Rainbow cake. I’ve always found the song ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ to be very sad. I associate it with losing someone but perhaps there is a bright side and you can find them at … Continue reading →

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This Week

Posted on March 30, 2015 by bookjunkie

It’s been an emotionally draining week. I have been more touched than I ever thought I would be. Even now after the national week of mourning is over, you somehow don’t feel the same. I have a greater sense of … Continue reading →

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Singapore Today: People Paying Respects to Mr Lee Kuan Yew

Posted on March 27, 2015 by bookjunkie

Saw the Singapore flag at half mast at a mosque at Jalan Eunos. Moving scenes on TV. I think Mr Chiam See Tong is a class act. It was heartwarming to see PM Lee greeting him. Scenes reflecting the importance … Continue reading →

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The Day After

Posted on March 24, 2015 by bookjunkie

You can feel the presence of our first PM, Mr Lee Kuan Yew ( I see him more as Singapore’s founder and leader than Sir Stamford Raffles) everywhere. I saw these flyers when we were at Little India. You can … Continue reading →

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23rd March 2015

Posted on March 24, 2015 by bookjunkie

Singaporeans won’t forget the day we lost a giant – an immeasurably brilliant leader. Can’t think of Singapore without thinking of Lee Kuan Yew. Even if we didn’t agree with the methods we can’t help, but admire what he has … Continue reading →

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The Singapore Flag, the Pinnacle at Duxton and Palm Trees

Posted on July 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I always think of the Pinnacle at Duxton as Lee Kuan Yew’s flat as it’s touted as his idea to develop the area. Although I may not agree with the man and take offense at some of his comments pertaining … Continue reading →

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Survival of the Fittest

Posted on May 16, 2011 by bookjunkie

[youtube]rAj5km-2-es[/youtube] I know there are many people against any kind of Welfare System, but I am not one of them. This was a question and answer between MM Lee and the union during the downturn. The part that disturbed me … Continue reading →

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Unseen Photos of the Lee Family

Posted on October 3, 2010 by bookjunkie

The Straits Times has featured some interesting photos of Singapore’s leader, Lee Kuan Yew showing him in a different light from the stern unflinching persona we are used to. I never realized that Lee Kuan Yew married in secret or … Continue reading →

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Heart Wrenching Singapore News

Posted on October 2, 2010 by bookjunkie

Update: Singapore has been getting a spate of bad news lately. When a child loses a parent, no matter how old they are, it is a tragedy. When a person loses their spouse and life partner, my heart feels for … Continue reading →

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Lee Kuan Yew Interviewed by The New York Times

Posted on September 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

Lee Kuan Yew is synonymous with Singapore and he turns 87 today. If you ever wondered what Lee Kuan Yew’s office looks like, wonder no more. Wouldn’t it be great if we could all wear track shoes to work. I … Continue reading →

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