You try another way 👨‍🌾 Singapore has done well in many things but we have failed to produce food for ourselves in a sustainable way. Looking at what is going on around the world today, how will wars, tariffs, and…

Touristy Orchard Road used to be a fruit orchard 👩🏼‍🌾 I didn’t grow up in a farm where ducks and chicken roam or where we can harvest our own vegetables. But I remember short cuts and back alleys where neighbours…

You shift the goal 🤷🏻‍♀️ Singapore has done well in many things1. For example, Changi Airport2 has consistently won Skytrax’s World Airport Awards for over a decade. The Henley Passport Index ranks us the most powerful passport in the world3,…

In the world that those behind AI are building, you don’t need human beings any more. I received an email today, likely written by AI. (Text in blue are my responses): Dear Moken, (You should first learn my correct name.)…

It’s OK that some things are left half done. I’m commuting to seminar. While the train is speeding from east to west, my mind is also racing all over the place. Everyday I wake up with a gazillion things I…

One Lost Sheep Today, someone subscribed to my @October8 Choreographing Life Youtube channel. I texted to thank her: Lynda, thank you so much for subscribing to my channel. I shared my video with many people. 60 people watched my video…

90% of Singapore’s food is sourced from 180 countries For a long time I wanted to grow my own food. I tried, failed, and gave up. There’s not enough space, there’s not enough sun, it takes too long to harvest…

Taking stock and giving thanks Here’s a quick snapshot of my 2025. Why anyone would read it is a mystery to me. I am posting as a way to remind myself of the milestones in my life. But more importantly,…