guanyinmiao's musings
My Paper
Jobless Niece = Government Must Do Better?
I am not contending that our ministries and administration should be absolved from all blame. Rather, when making sense of our own plights or ostensibly challenging situations, perhaps we could be more circumspect, to start thinking about how we might improve or change ourselves to make the best of opportunities, instead of searching for entities to blame. Most significantly, the onus should be on the individual to grow, develop, and adapt. Continue reading
Literature: Its Value, Its Intimidation, And My Journey
My take (and also to chime in on the present discourse) is simple: we need to stop perceiving Literature as a subject or academic discipline per se. Continue reading
Cycling On Singapore’s Public Roads: Courses Or Licences For Non-Motorist Cyclists?
As a constructive starting point, the plan for courses or licences for non-motorist cyclists are premised upon two primary justifications: first, so that cyclists can better protect themselves if they are cognisant of traffic rules and regulations; second, this would then provide the basis for authorities to introduce more rigorous campaigns to educate both drivers and cyclists. Continue reading
