Art ~ The Colors of Wife & Mother ~ by PGA & PFL (1998)

PGA ~ did the whole drawing.

PFL ~ at age 9, did the coloring of everything except mother.

EBS ~ just sat there and watch TV.

PSI ~ at age 7, must be somewhere, reading a book or riding his bicycle.

Click on picture to enlarge.

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To see a world in a grain of sand

Poem by William Blake

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Here's the full poem...

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….. Auguries of Innocence http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Auguries_of_Innocence Auguries of Innocence is a poem from one of William Blake's notebooks now known as The Pickering Manuscript. It is assumed to have been written in 1803, but was not published until 1863 in the companion volume to Alexander Gilchrist's biography of William Blake. The poem contains a series of paradoxes which speak of innocence juxtaposed with evil and corruption. The poem is 132 lines and has been published with and without breaks that divide the poem into stanzas. An augury is a sign or omen. The Poem To see a world in a grain of sand And a heaven in a wild flower, Hold infinity in the palm of your hand, And eternity in an hour. A robin redbreast in a cage Puts all heaven in a rage. A dove-house fill'd with doves and pigeons Shudders hell thro' all its regions. A dog starv'd at his master's gate Predicts the ruin of the state. A horse misused upon the road Calls to heaven for human blood. Each outcry of the hunted hare A fibre from the brain does tear. A skylark wounded in the wing, A cherubim does cease to sing. The game-cock clipt and arm'd for fight Does the rising sun affright. Every wolf's and lion's howl Raises from hell a human soul. The wild deer, wand'ring here and there, Keeps the human soul from care. The lamb misus'd breeds public strife, And yet forgives the butcher's knife. The bat that flits at close of eve Has left the brain that won't believe. The owl that calls upon the night Speaks the unbeliever's fright. He who shall hurt the little wren Shall never be belov'd by men. He who the ox to wrath has mov'd Shall never be by woman lov'd. The wanton boy that kills the fly Shall feel the spider's enmity. He who torments the chafer's sprite Weaves a bower in endless night. The caterpillar on the leaf Repeats to thee thy mother's grief. Kill not the moth nor butterfly, For the last judgement draweth nigh. He who shall train the horse to war Shall never pass the polar bar. The beggar's dog and widow's cat, Feed them and thou wilt grow fat. The gnat that sings his summer's song Poison gets from slander's tongue. The poison of the snake and newt Is the sweat of envy's foot. The poison of the honey bee Is the artist's jealousy. The prince's robes and beggar's rags Are toadstools on the miser's bags. A truth that's told with bad intent Beats all the lies you can invent. It is right it should be so; Man was made for joy and woe; And when this we rightly know, Thro' the world we safely go. Joy and woe are woven fine, A clothing for the soul divine. Under every grief and pine Runs a joy with silken twine. The babe is more than swaddling bands; Every farmer understands. Every tear from every eye Becomes a babe in eternity; This is caught by females bright, And return'd to its own delight. The bleat, the bark, bellow, and roar, Are waves that beat on heaven's shore. The babe that weeps the rod beneath Writes revenge in realms of death. The beggar's rags, fluttering in air, Does to rags the heavens tear. The soldier, arm'd with sword and gun, Palsied strikes the summer's sun. The poor man's farthing is worth more Than all the gold on Afric's shore. One mite wrung from the lab'rer's hands Shall buy and sell the miser's lands; Or, if protected from on high, Does that whole nation sell and buy. He who mocks the infant's faith Shall be mock'd in age and death. He who shall teach the child to doubt The rotting grave shall ne'er get out. He who respects the infant's faith Triumphs over hell and death. The child's toys and the old man's reasons Are the fruits of the two seasons. The questioner, who sits so sly, Shall never know how to reply. He who replies to words of doubt Doth put the light of knowledge out. The strongest poison ever known Came from Caesar's laurel crown. Nought can deform the human race Like to the armour's iron brace. When gold and gems adorn the plow, To peaceful arts shall envy bow. A riddle, or the cricket's cry, Is to doubt a fit reply. The emmet's inch and eagle's mile Make lame philosophy to smile. He who doubts from what he sees Will ne'er believe, do what you please. If the sun and moon should doubt, They'd immediately go out. To be in a passion you good may do, But no good if a passion is in you. The whore and gambler, by the state Licensed, build that nation's fate. The harlot's cry from street to street Shall weave old England's winding-sheet. The winner's shout, the loser's curse, Dance before dead England's hearse. Every night and every morn Some to misery are born, Every morn and every night Some are born to sweet delight. Some are born to sweet delight, Some are born to endless night. We are led to believe a lie When we see not thro' the eye, Which was born in a night to perish in a night, When the soul slept in beams of light. God appears, and God is light, To those poor souls who dwell in night; But does a human form display To those who dwell in realms of day. …..

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Joke ~ Age Is Nothing But A Number
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Modonna is 55, her boyfriend is 22. Tina Turner is 
75, her boyfriend is 40. JLo is 42, her boyfriend is 
26, Mariah Carey is 44, her husband is 32. Still 
single? Relax... your boyfriend... is not born yet.
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Mother, You're Just An Angel

Here is my current preferred lyrics and style of singing this song.

[If you choose to sing V3 onwards (normally spoken)... 

the first 3 notes... is the same as first 3 notes from 'V1 & V2, 

i.e. 'There are friends' & 'Though her hands'... and... 

the rest of the verse should flow with the same flavor]

I built a chorus from part of the lyrics so others can join in and sing to their mothers as well.

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This is the original.

My Mother (You're just an angel and I love you) ~ Hank Snow

http://youtu.be/BgMzamBkMlU
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Lyrics:

My Current Preferred Version

Mother, You're Just An Angel

~ original Music & Lyrics, and sung by Hank Snow

~ also sung by Slim Dusty

~ title & lyrics, very slightly edited by PGA

[Part 1 of 2

~ for all occasions, 

~ especially a happy one.]

[V1]

There are friends who'll want you, but just for a day

There are pals you think are true, but they'll cast you away

But there's one loving soul, I'll sure recommend

She's your mother, God loves her, she'll be true till the end

[Chorus]

Mother, you're just an angel and I love you.

[V2]

Though her hands are all wrinkled and old,

Silver hair that has lost all its glow

You've wandered and roamed, all through the years

And sometimes you've left her, with heartaches and tears

[1st Optional Pre-Ending with Chorus below]

So kiss her old brow, whisper softly and true

[Chorus]

Mother, you're just an angel and I love you.

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[Part 2 of 2

~ for some occasions, 

~ especially a SAD one, 

~ or just to present this song in its entirety.]

[If you choose to sing V3 onwards (normally spoken)... 

the first 3 notes... is the same as first 3 notes from 'V1 & V2, 

i.e. 'There are friends' & 'Though her hands'... and... 

the rest of the verse should flow with the same flavor]

[V3] ~ [Spoken or Sung]

On the door of a cottage, a wreath sadly hung

And a hearse stood there awaiting, till choir had sung

There were flowers in their beauty, and the Preacher, he prayed

This was the last tribute, as we left... for her grave

[Chorus]

Mother you're just an angel and I love you.

[V4] ~ [Spoken or Sung]

She won't meet you tonight, when you crave her caress

She has reared you to adulthood, and now you've laid her to rest

Those flowers in their beauty, to her they're unknown

Cause tonight she's with the angels, up around God's great throne

[Chorus]

Mother, you're just an angel and I love you.

[V5] ~ [Spoken or Sung]

So don't wait, that late, to try and repay

Give those flowers, and those treasures, but... give them today

Let her know that you love her, and show that you care

Because she's your mother, she's as true as a prayer

[2nd Optional Pre-Ending with Chorus below]

So kiss her old brow whisper softly and true

[Chorus]

Mother, you're just an angel and I love you.

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Song, Lyrics & Breakfast ~ HONEY BUNCHes of Oats

This is a current breakfast craze of Dots, 

'Honey Bunches of Oats ~ by Post'

Reminds me of a song... (scroll down to below this picture)

Reminds me of a song... 

originally sung by the Four Tops...  

if you see the Video of them singing, 

you'll know why they're called the 'Four Tops'... 

they're always spinning a round while singing the song.

However... I like the 2012 Modern Version sung by Jessica Mauboy... 

I think Dots may know who she is, they're the same age.

Here's an excerpt from wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jessica_Mauboy)

Jessica Hilda Mauboy (born 4 August 1989) 

is an Australian R&B and pop singer, songwriter and actress. 

In 2006, Mauboy was the runner-up on the fourth season of Australian Idol, 

she had auditioned for the talent show in Alice Springs, Northern Territory to pursue a recording career. 

Mauboy subsequently signed a contract with Sony Music Australia.

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Lyrics:

I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)

~ originally sung by the Four Tops

Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch 

You know that I love you 

I can't help myself 

I love you and nobody else 

In and out my life(in and out my life) 

You come and you go (you come and you go) 

Leaving just your picture behind.... (ooh) 

And I've kissed it a thousand times (ooh) 

When you snap your finger, or wink you eye, 

I come a-running to you 

I'm tied to your apron strings, 

And there's nothing that I can do 

I can't help myself, 

No, I can't help myself, 

'Cause, Sugar Pie Honey Bunch 

I'm weaker than a man should be 

I can't help myself 

I'm a fool in love 'ya see 

Wanna tell you I don't love you, 

Tell you that we're through 

And I try.... 

But ev'ry time I see your face, 

I get all choked up inside 

When I call your name, 

Girl, it starts to flame 

Burning in my heart, 

Tearing it all apart.. 

No matter how I try 

My love I cannot hide.... 

'Cause Sugar Pie Honey Bunch 

You know that I'm waiting for you (waiting for you) 

I can't help myself 

I love you and nobody else 

Sugar Pie Honey Bunch 

I'd do anything you ask me to (ask me to) 

I can't help myself 

I want you and nobody else 

Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch 

You know that I love you (I dooo) 

I can't help myself... 

No... I can't help myself 

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YouTube Video 1

~ sung by Jessica Mauboy

I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)

http://youtu.be/rVTHCU_rQK8

~ uploaded by

JessicaMauboyVEVO

http://www.youtube.com/user/JessicaMauboyVEVO/videos

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YouTube Video 2

~ sung by the Four Tops

I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)

Studio Version (with Lyrics)

~ http://youtu.be/Uwh2QloOnS0

Live Version

~ http://youtu.be/qXavZYeXEc0

~ check out the dancing and spinning like Spinning-Tops.

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Coffee ~ Espresso Field Guide

First, here is a original joke by me... a long one so be patient.

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….. Joke & My Coffee Research (Note that this is a Singapore Based Joke... so you might miss some things if you're not Singaporean.) Do you know what a Black Eye Coffee is? You've probably heard of Espresso, Macchiato, Cappucino, Mocha and Latte. These are all Espresso Based Coffee. Have you heard of a 'Black Eye'? Well... this is also another Espresso Based Coffee. It contains... Espresso (2 oz) and Brewed Coffee (4 oz). This means... 1 part Espresso and 2 parts Brewed Coffee. What is 'Brewed Coffee'?. According to Wikipedia... "Coffee is a brewed beverage..." (there you go, the first 5 words that Wikipedia use to describe 'Coffee'. You can check it out here... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coffee). And this means... our Singapore Kopi from the Kopitiam is a "Brewed Coffee". So... you can just mix... 1 part Espresso to 2 parts Singapore Kopitiam Kopi... and this will give you... a Black Eye. Also... a Black Eye is what you may get... IF... an Italian were to see you do this... to their Espresso. …..

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Here's a brief of MY understanding of the the Espresso Based Coffee.

They say that a picture paints a thousand words, and so it is. 

I got most (if not all) of my information from just this one picture (image).

Image:

Coffee ~ Espresso Field Guide (Click to Enlarge)

Espresso

~ This is where it all starts. This how the Italians drink their coffee.

~ Very small, very concentrated coffee (1 oz) with very little, very concentrated Foamed Milk. 

~ Foamed Milke is so little that it's like a less than a DOT (because a DOT will make it a Caffee Macchiato). 

~ I think you need a machine to do this.

Caffee Macchiato

~ Espresso (2 oz) & a DOT of Foamed Milk.

Cappuccino

~ This is the easiest to start with because of the 3 ingredients are all equal. 

~ Espresso (2 oz), Steamed Milk (2 oz) & Foamed Milk (2 oz).

Caffe Americano

~ Espresso (2 oz), Hot Water (3 oz)

~ I've got a feeling the Milk is added on your own because that's how the Americans drink their coffee.

Mocha

~ Espresso (2 oz), Chocolate (2 oz), Steamed Milk (1 oz).

Mocha Breve

~ Espresso (2 oz), Chocolate (2oz), Steamed Milk (2 oz).

Flat White

~ Espresso (2 oz) & Steamed Milk (4 oz)

Caffe Latte

~ Espresso (2 oz), Steamed Milk (10 oz), Formed Milk (0.5 oz)

Black Eye

~ Espresso (2 oz) & Brewed Coffee (4 oz)

~ I thought this was an interesting name.

~ Could be like mixing Espresso (2 oz) & Local Singapore Kopi (4 oz)

~ and the result is A Black Eye.

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GIF ~ Baby Face ~ I Like You and You?

I found this face on the internet.

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GIF ~ Baby Face ~ I Like You and You?

http://i0.tagstat.com/p1/l/4hHQvS5FTdavP2zHiR9lye60d7h6O70gEL2LZdP3MeQTmZl6mdtH-A==.gif

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Google Doodle ~ Summer & Winter

I love Google Doodles...

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Google Doodle ~ 01 Knitting the first day of winter

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Google Doodle ~ 02 the first day of summer

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Generic Prayer for the Sick ~ by Peggy Ling

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….. Generic Prayer for the Sick ~ by Peggy Ling Paraphrased from one of Peggy's Prayers (DAILY NOURISHMENTS ~ Tuesday, 31 Aug 2010,  Tuesday of the Twenty-second Week in Ordinary Time) Dear God... we pray for those who are sick... that they may receive Your healing touch through the hands of the anointed medical servants that You have have sent. Through their hands... may it bring good news. May Your eyes watch over them that they may continue to receive Your goodness. Dear Lord... protect them from harm. May Your eyes be upon them, watch and hold them in Your safe hands to protect them. Bring knowledge to their trusted medical servants so that they may discover other healing ways other than surgery. Grant them Calmness of heart and mind... and ease from all fear and worries. Amen. …..

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GIF ~ Monkey

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Ha! I found the original.



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I created this by linking screen-shots because I couldn't get the original at the time.

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Family Pixs

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Family Pixs

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Recipes? I just like the look of these dishes

I just like the look of these dishes. 

I'm not sure of the taste but the look is inviting.

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01

Gazpacho ~ Tomatoes, Red Paprika, Yellow onion, Cucumber, Red Wine Vinegar & Chili Flakes

http://www.myitaliansmorgasbord.com/2012/06/06/gazpacho/

Pix 1 ~ http://www.myitaliansmorgasbord.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/gatzpacho7.jpg

Pix 2 ~ http://www.myitaliansmorgasbord.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/gatpacho3.jpg

  

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02

Pasta Avocado ~ Tortiglioni with Grilled Avocado, Spicy Sausage and Red Peppers

http://the-saucy-chef.blogspot.sg/2011/06/griddle-me-this.html

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJZT1rzORfA4g0Ei-HVqB-tCn5ARcR8U-qTEZYA-CAiG_qkWU0LTe6pp5jugQJMlKrvYZgJWR0KJIZszuiES9kQcGSYS6RgovWx23G5SBx9rLHft2m_oDaHR6C1Z96EeW-nfup/s1600/PastaAvocado1.jpg

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Salad ~ Red Peppers, Red Peppers Pesto and Goat Cheese

http://saladpride.blogspot.sg/2011/07/red-peppers-red-peppers-pesto-and-goat.html

http://www.flickr.com/photos/saladpride/5990664509/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/saladpride/5990664509/sizes/l/in/photostream/

http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6013/5990664509_8e31594592_b.jpg

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Joke ~ why it's important to make people laugh?

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"You need to make people laugh... because... when they...
laugh... their mouths open wide... and the truth slips out." 
~ Jo Kukathas, Female Malaysian Comedian,
on why it's important to make people laugh?

Shown on: Channel NewsAsia (Singapre)
Date: 2013-06-12 (2013 Jun 12)
Time: from 12:58:00 to 12:58:30 (Duration 30secs)

YouTube Video

Quote & Joke ~ Jo Kukuthas ~ Why Make People Laugh

http://youtu.be/piQUx1Uo7ps

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Recipe ~ Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

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….. Recipe ~ NO FLOUR, NO OIL, NO WHITE SUGAR ~ Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites Original Source http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10200482115393565 http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/603541_10200482115393565_1662150320_n.jpg You won't believe it!!!!!! NO FLOUR, NO OIL, NO WHITE SUGAR Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups canned* chickpeas, well-rinsed and patted dry with a paper towel 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons (165 grams) natural peanut butter (can use PB2 from gym to make healthier, check your labels ) 1/4 cup (80 grams) honey (agave would be amazing too!) 1 teaspoon baking powder** a pinch of salt if your peanut butter doesn’t have salt in it 1/2 cup (90 grams) chocolate chips * My can was a 400 gram can, 240 grams without the water, and I used all but a few tablespoons ** If you need grain-free baking powder, you can use 1 part cream of tartar + 1 part baking soda + 2 parts arrowroot. Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F / 175°C. Combine all the ingredients, except for the chocolate chips, in a food processor and process until very smooth. Make sure to scrape the sides and the top to get the little chunks of chickpeas and process again until they’re combined. Put in the chocolate chips and stir it if you can, or pulse it once or twice. The mixture will be very thick and sticky. With wet hands, form into 1 1/2″ balls. Place onto a piece of parchment paper. If you want them to look more like normal cookies, press down slightly on the balls. They don’t do much rising. Bake for about 10 minutes. Yields about fourteen 1 1/2″ cookie dough balls. …..

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Photo of Dad's Niche 2013 ~ by sis

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….. Photo of Dad's Niche 2013 ~ by sis  ~ 2013 Jun 15, 12:30 hrs Happy Father's Day in advance! Remembering our daddy too! …..

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Singapore Driving Theory Test Website

Wow, I wish I had this to practice on when I was learning.

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….. Singapore Driving Theory Test Website http://www.sgdrivingtheorytest.com/ Welcome.   SgDrivingTheoryTest.com is a website which allow users to practice their...  1 ~ Basic Theory Test (BTT) 2 ~ Final Theory Test (FTT) 3 ~ Rider Theory Test (RTT) ... online before attempting their actual test.   Currently, we have near to 500 questions inside our database which the users can have unlimited access to it without any subscription fees. The services that we offered is totally free of charge.   Our only objective in to help our users  to pass the driving theory test and all the best to all of you who found this website useful. …..

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Law ~ Driving ~ Seat Belt

Know the law.

Wow! There's a lot to read... but basically... this is it.

Penalty for NOT wearing Seat Belt
~ Driver, a fine of $120 and given 3 demerit points
~ Passenger, a fine of $120

There is talk that there is another criteria for Passengers with Driving License... but it is not stated here in these articles.

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Date Updated:
Friday, 2013 Jun 14, 1001hrs
Law ~ Driving ~ Seat Belt
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….. Changes To Wearing Of Seat Belt Rules ~ by Singapore Police Force (SPF) http://www.spf.gov.sg/mic/2011/111223_seat_belt.htm SPF Media Releases 23 Dec 2011 Changes To Seat Belt Rules And Testing Curriculum For Learner Riders As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the road safety of road users, the Traffic Police will be introducing changes to the Wearing of Seat Belt Rules from 1 January 2012 , and the testing curriculum for learner Class 2B motorcyclists from 27 February 2012 . Changes To Wearing Of Seat Belt Rules A series of changes to the Road Traffic (Motor Vehicles Wearing of Seat Belts) Rules will take effect from 1 January 2012 as described below. Change in criterion to determine use of child restraints and booster seats Currently, a child below the age of 8 is required to be properly secured with an appropriate child restraint or use a booster seat cushion to supplement the seat belt while travelling in a vehicle. Those above the age of 8 are required to put on seat belts. From 1 January 2012 , age will no longer be used as a criterion to determine if child restraints or booster seats are required. Anyone below the height of 1.35m will be required to be secured with a child restraint appropriate for a person of that height and weight, use a booster seat to supplement the seat belt or an adjustable seat belt. Those with a height of 1.35m and above, irrespective of their age, will be required to wear a seat belt. This change in criterion was made in consultation with the Ministry of Health and following a review of international standards and practices. This threshold height is found to be more suitable in deciding the proper fitting of seat belts and also consistent with current practices in countries such as the United Kingdom , Netherlands , Sweden , Finland , and Belgium. To ensure that those affected by this change have sufficient time to obtain the required booster seats, child restraints and adjustable seatbelts, a grace period of one month will be given. For the month of January 2012, Traffic Police officers on patrol will offer advice to motorists instead of taking enforcement action when they come across those who are below 1.35m who fail to use a booster seat, child restraint or adjustable seatbelt. Removal of exemption from child safety seat requirements for small school buses From 1 January 2012 , all school children and passengers travelling on board small school buses shall be required to wear the appropriate child restraints or seat belts. This change is in line with corresponding changes made by the Land Transport Authority that require the mandatory installation of retractable three-point seat belts in small school buses by 31 December 2011 . Responsibility of bus conductor/attendant on board small school buses Drivers of small school buses as well as bus conductors or attendants on board small school buses will have to ensure that their passengers are properly secured with the appropriate child restraints or seat belts. If they fail to do so, bus conductors or attendants will be liable to a composition fine of $120/-, while the driver will be liable to a composition fine of $120/- and 3 demerit points. This change recognizes the important role of school bus conductors and attendants in ensuring the safety of school children on board and making sure that their seat belts are properly fastened. Exemption of Child safety seat requirements for taxis Taxis will continue to be exempted from child safety seat requirements. This is because it would not be practical for taxis to carry a number or variety of child safety seats which are of different sizes. However, research has shown that children face a greater risk of injury when travelling in the front seat. As such, a child or person below 1.35 m should only ride in the rear seats to minimise the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Anyone below the height of 1.35m who rides in the front passenger seat of a taxi will be required to use his/her own child restraint or booster seat to supplement the seat belt. For failing to do so, the taxi driver will be liable to a composition fine of $120/- and 3 demerit points. The passenger will also be liable to a composition fine of $120. Engagement with stakeholders The Traffic Police have engaged the relevant stakeholders such as the bus associations and taxi companies on the changes. These organisations support the changes in view of the positive impact it would have on overall road safety. Separately, letters have been sent to parents of school going children informing them of the changes to the revised rules. The support of parents are sought to remind their children on the importance of buckling up for their own safety no matter how short the journey is. Testing Curriculum For Learner Class 2B Motorcyclists Motorcyclists and their pillion riders remain the most vulnerable group of road users, accounting for almost half of all road fatalities in 2010. Currently, Class 2B learner riders are only required to pass one theory test- the Riding Theory Test, which is a combination of both basic theory and riding theory in a single test. With effect from 27 February 2012 , all learner riders will be required to pass two separate theory tests - Basic Theory Test and Riding Theory Test before they are allowed to take the practical riding test. The Basic Theory Test comprises 50 multiple choice questions (MCQs) and covers traffic signs, traffic rules and regulations. The Riding Theory Test will be revised to focus solely on motorcycle-related riding knowledge. A pass is obtained with 45 or more correct answers for each test. The new two-tiered theory test structure thus allows for deeper and wider testing of the local traffic rules and motorcycle handling knowledge, before learner riders are allowed on the roads. The aim is to enhance riding competency and reduce incidence of errant behavior and accidents. This test structure will also be consistent with the requirements for Class 3 or 3A driving licences for cars that similarly feature a two-tiered theory test model. With this change, Class 2B learner riders and Class 3/3A learner drivers will take a common Basic Theory Test. Those exempted from taking the Basic Theory Test will include holders of a valid Class 3, 3A, 4, 4A and 5 Singapore driving licence and those who already possess a pass record for their Basic Theory Test. To minimise the impact on the current batch of learner motorcyclists, the change in the theory test structure will not affect those who sit for their Riding Theory Test before 27 February 2012 . Following the change, the waiting time for the Class 2B two-tiered theory tests will be closely monitored. Current capacity can be increased to manage any additional demand for theory tests. The Traffic Police will endeavour to keep the waiting time for both tests manageable. Commander of Traffic Police, Assistant Commissioner of Police Cheang Keng Keong said, “The new measures are part of a series of ongoing initiatives by the Traffic Police aimed at improving road safety. I thank the stakeholders involved for their invaluable feedback and would like to urge all parents to educate and remind their school-going children on the importance of wearing seat belts. We all play a part in making our roads safe for our loved ones and fellow road users.” PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE 23 December 2011 @ 3.00pm …..

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Date First Posted: 
Friday, 2013 Jun 14, 0944hrs
Law ~ Driving ~ Seat Belt

Know the law.

Penalty for NOT wearing Seat Belt

~ Driver, a fine of $120 and given 3 demerit points

~ Passenger, a fine of $120

There is talk that there is another criteria for Passengers with Driving License... but it is not stated here in this article.

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Singapore Driving Theory Test Website

http://www.sgdrivingtheorytest.com/

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….. The Seat Belt Traffic Rules in Singapore ~ by Singapore Driving Theory Test Website http://www.sgdrivingtheorytest.com/motornews/the-seat-belt-traffic-rules-in-singapore.html The seat belt traffic rules in Singapore was implemented since 1993. All vehicles registered on or after 1st Jan 1993, must have rear seat belts. Traffic Police of Singapore has been carry out frequent enforcing measure and educating the public on how importance that seat belts can save the lives, especially on the rear seat belts.  All passengers, including the children sitting at the rear of the car will need to have their seat belt on. In Singapore, any children below the age of 8 will need to be seated in a child safety seat  The reason for enforcing children below the age of 8 to sit inside the child safety seat is due to their height may not be able to use the adult seat belt safely, hence they are best protected when sitting inside the child safety seat. Adults are encourage to sit next to the child and tell stories or play games with them, in order to get their attention occupied and to remain in the safety seat. Pregnant women are not exempted from the seat belt rules too. It may be even safer for a pregnant woman to be belted up as it protects the foetus. However, if one is able to submit a medical certification  to traffic police for consideration, to prove that they are not suitable to have the seat belt on due to pregnancy. Any passengers taking a cab or taxi must also have their seat belt on too. Taxi drivers will have to tell their passengers that the law requires them to belt up and that both the driver and the passenger will be penalized for not abiding by the law. Very often, there are rear seat passengers getting seriously injured due to not buckling up the seat belt when sitting at the rear of the vehicle.  The traffic police view this as a serious traffic offence. The penalties for drivers of not wearing a seat belt will be fined $120 and given 3 demerit points. A $120 fine will be imposed on the passengers inside the vehicle and is not belted up. …..

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Law on Sham Marriage

Know the law.

Chinese National & Singaporean Man... jailed six months for entering into sham marriage.

The maximum penalty is a $10,000 fine and 10 years' jail.

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….. http://www.straitstimes.com/breaking-news/singapore/story/woman-jailed-six-months-entering-sham-marriage-singaporean-man-2013061 News Woman jailed six months for entering into sham marriage with Singaporean man Published on Jun 13, 2013 at 1:19 PM, by Elena Chong A woman from China was jailed for six months on Thursday for entering into a marriage of convenience with a Singapore citizen. Shen Huimin, 39, had admitted to marrying Darren Lee Kay Choong, 43, at a cafe at the Registry of Marriages in return for giving Lee $3,000 through her sister, Shen Jun also known as Ah Moon on Feb 28. The court heard that Shen's elder sister arranged for her to enter into the sham marriage with Lee to get a visit pass. Shen agreed and gave $3,000 to her sister to pass it on to Lee. On Feb 28, the couple went to the ROM to complete the formalities of the marriage before they proceeded to Inspired by Luv Cafe for the solemnisation. After the marriage, they did not consummate the marriage. The couple continued to stay with Ms Shen Jun at her home in Prome Road, but at different rooms. Lee was jailed six months last week for a similar offence. The maximum penalty is a $10,000 fine and 10 years' jail. …..

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News ~ The Platters' Sonny Turner battles ‘Great Pretenders’

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Platters & Drifters Concert ~ Lovely Voice, Lovely Songs
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….. News Article ENTERTAINMENT The Platters' Sonny Turner battles 'Great Pretenders' By Han Wei Chou POSTED: 13 Jun 2013 5:41 PM http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/entertainment/the-platters-sonny-turner/709192.html SINGAPORE: US music group The Platters released a lot of great songs back in the 50s and 60s, like "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes", "Only You", "With This Ring" and "The Great Pretender". Their songs are still played today. However, the group's lasting popularity has also given rise to a huge number of 'Great Pretenders'. Sonny Turner, the sole surviving member of The Platters still active in showbiz, revealed that he now has to contend with numerous imposters with no connection to The Platters, who take advantage of their name in order to make a quick buck. "That is ridiculous! "The imposters call themselves The Platters. They are liars. They pretend to be something they are not. They are defrauding the public," said Turner, in a phone interview with channelnewsasia.com. Turner, who replaced Tony Williams as the lead singer of The Platters back in 1960, said that he has been fighting off these imposters for the past 45 years. While he conceded that he was concerned about how these imposters are preventing him from getting work – people may wind up hiring the cheaper imposters instead of Turner and his crew - he said he was also worried about how they affect the legacy of The Platters. "They hijack the legacy. They have no qualms about doing it. "Some of these other groups, they are mediocre, they don't have the talent. They give a bad image to what the platters stand for," said Turner. The Real Deal The 74-year-old veteran singer (in 2013), who is scheduled to perform in double bill concerts with Rick Sheppard and The Drifters at the Marina Bay Sands MasterCard Theatres in Singapore on June 22-23, expressed that he hopes to give audiences an authentic The Platters experience with his crew during his upcoming gigs. "It's going to be a mixture of energetic music and romantic songs ... 'Only you', 'The Great Pretender', 'Smoke Gets In Your Eyes'," said Turner of the concerts with a chuckle. "There will be a lot of fun, a lot of reminiscing of the great songs." "We'll try to meet and greet as many people as possible and just have a wonderful time!" When asked if he ever gets tired of singing The Platters' hits over and over throughout the greater part of his life as a musician, Turner said he actually felt it was "an honour" to have been able to record and perform these songs throughout the years. Turner expressed that he always gets "energised and excited" whenever he sees the audience enjoying The Platters' classic hits. "You'll not get tired of something that you love!" declared the veteran singer. Tickets to The Platters & The Drifter's Live In Singapore concerts are now on sale. - CNA/ha Picture Caption 1: The Platters ~ Sonny Turner (in white) and his crew will perform in Singapore on June 22 and 23. Picture Caption 2: The Drifters ~ Rick Sheppard and The Drifters. …..

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