That's easy. Muslims and gay guys. Singapore has lots of both.BedokAmerican wrote: There are a high number of people who wear what appear to be "wet-suits" that I would think would be worn for cold-water surfing. This is true for children (both boys and girls) as well as women. There is also a high number of adult males who wear speedos.
Don't forget about the people who think too highly of themselves.zzm9980 wrote:That's easy. Muslims and gay guys. Singapore has lots of both.BedokAmerican wrote: There are a high number of people who wear what appear to be "wet-suits" that I would think would be worn for cold-water surfing. This is true for children (both boys and girls) as well as women. There is also a high number of adult males who wear speedos.
They're not for cold water surfing or wet suits, which are made of a rubber-like material and much thicker. They are rash guards made of nylon and are for warm water surfing, though they use them here to not get tanned and to stay warm, mostly from the wind, as some of those people are swimming instructors who are in the water much of the day.BedokAmerican wrote:Ok, here's something else that surprised me about Singapore. Not that this is a big deal, but I figured I'd mention it:
The swimsuits people wear at the pool.
There are a high number of people who wear what appear to be "wet-suits" that I would think would be worn for cold-water surfing.
Never had a problem asking salespeople about products in NTUC, Challenger, Cold Storage, etc. Maybe they don't understand what you are trying to say?BedokAmerican wrote:One of the things that surprised me the most when I moved here a few months back was how clueless people are here. When going into a store and asking an employee a simple question about where an item is located or if they sell something particular and they look at you like you're a ghost. They'll often say they don't have something just because they don't want to deal with you or they'll try and bluff their way.
Now, SOMETIMES people can be helpful and know what they're talking about, but more often than not, they're totally clueless. They usually won't say something like, "I'm not sure, let me check."
Also, oftentimes security guards don't even know their way around the buildings where they work.
Now, please please please please forgive me for sounding racist, but most Asians living in America are very smart and articulate (although there are some exceptions). I know this isn't America, but I suppose I thought that would be the case worldwide and that Singapore would be filled with smart, articulate people. Like I said, SOME people here are bright and articulate but most aren't. This was one of the things that has surprised me about Singapore.
australia not one of those first world countries. infact, we go backwards and remove the ability to walk diagonally.offshoreoildude wrote: Other first world advanced countries lock down the entire crossing in all directions - which of course allows pedestrians to cross diagonally as well. Stupid LTA.
thismyvoice wrote:It has its fair share of............. fools. The not so bright cannot just disappear.
Interesting point. As a country-boy in England I just grew us subconsciously 'feeling' the weather and having a say subconscious 1, 3, 6hr forecast in my head based upon things like:Hannieroo wrote:I never thought I'd be grateful for rain. After 4 years in the Aberdeenshire hills I thought I'd seen enough precipitation to last me a life time. But no, on the days there is no rain here you can feel the pressure. The last few days have felt like a vacuum.
Maybe in Perth.sensei_ wrote:australia not one of those first world countries. infact, we go backwards and remove the ability to walk diagonally.offshoreoildude wrote: Other first world advanced countries lock down the entire crossing in all directions - which of course allows pedestrians to cross diagonally as well. Stupid LTA.
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