Food for thought

Haven’t not been saying The Pledge for such a long time,
haven’t been singing The National Anthem for such a long time,
haven’t been singing National Day song for such a long time.

But, the lyrics, still fresh, or rather, embedded into my memory.
I know every single word.
Indeed, every single word, i know them well, Esp the pledge.

We, the citizens of Singapore.
Pledged ourselves, as one united people.
Regardless of race, language or religion.
To build a democratic society,
Based on justice and equality.
So as to achieve happiness, prosperity and progress for our Nation.

During the 4.5hours there, the pledge was recited three times, three was part of a song.
The third time, was recited @ 8.22pm.
Though I tried hard to find, why @ 8.22pm, but somehow, didn’t manage to find.
Guesss its just a timing to concide with the ending of the National Day Parade ba.

However, during this time (Same for the NDP Preview i went on 25th Jul), i feel a sense of pride.
In fact, tears were just brimming, ever ready to flow down my face.

The pride, the gladness, the joy that I am born here, Singapore, my home.
Though there’s nothing i can do to help my country, but I do feel proud to be a Singaporean.

Very.proud.ok? :)
It feels good to be here, Singapore, my home, my country.