Saturday, July 30, 2005
Bird in the Nest
http://www.djourne.net/singaporeink/Seems like an interesting place for a light read. It's a little glimmer of hope that exists, demonstratng that there are Singaporeans who can at least piece together a decent sentence without having to make use of the "las", "lehs" and the even more annoying methods of typig. (SucHz aZ dIs waYz...)
I was pretty impressed by the standard of english found on the blog that I have decided to put a link to it.
But of course, that is not to say that it is a badge of merit nor any great recognition. It's in fact, it is more of an exasperated, resentful reflection at the deplorable state of the quality of Singaporean writing.
People try hard to express their views, yet, it is always obvious that they hardly allow their most honest thoughts escape the surface. It is as though something holds them back. It is quite sad to witness such occurances, and perhaps, Singapore is the only place where they can be a big fuss our the contents of someone's blog.
How can they ever have the courage to do things they want to, and say things that they mean if they are constantly reminded of the scorn and disapproval that society will "reward" such efforts with. Who would dare to fly out of the enst if the only words they hear warns them of the terrible fate that awaits if they fail to soar? Even though all hope is placed on the chick making those brave steps out of the tree, the mother bird choose to caution the young bird incessantly. What else can the young bird feel but worthless? The resentment borne within surely will find a way to express itself.
It is no wonder that those who flew into the sky never turn back.
Thus, the easiest path is one of apathy. To not care about the surroundings, and spend a continued existence in denial; a lie that promises a quiet life. In the end, it is only delusion that drives the soul.
But what if everyone was apathetic? Who would fight for the future? Who will strive for a better tomorrow?
It is not just a comfortable life that we look for, instead, it is a better life taht we seek, is it not? To improve, to be better, to search for a greater truth. To to contend ourselves with letting someone else deal with the problems.
The politicaisn are slowly stepping down, the change of guard is in progress, and for now, is still a smooth transition. What comes after that, that is a good question. Who will lead the new blood? Who is willing to take the mantle? I don't see anyone up to this challenge.
They have been so successful breeding generations of obedient citizens that they might actually be clueless whenthere's is no one else to obey. Now that, would be a real problem.
Gavin
pondered @ 21:46
