The Chrysanthemum Palace

Just had one lesson today, in which one was taken by International Friendship Day. Yeah. The day in which everyone stops fighting with his mudder enemy/ies, make peace+love for one day, then continue fighting the next day.

It was Ernie's last day, as usual, at the hallowed old place. Took photos, unwittingly, like a cam whore. I might salvage a few that should be able to be able to see the daylight and post it here on a later date.

What a dreary way to end the day. Dark clouds were forming. Almost left the school when I was summoned to bring a group of students to Raffles Hotel, together with my fellow RTs, to celebrate its 120th year anniversary.

It was a 2nd time I went there. The last time I went back there, it was 6 years ago to attend some play at the Jubilee hall. All I remember was that I rushed to the opposite building, ate Macs, and rushed back to watch the matinee.

The place was resplendent. An opulent hotel in the heart of the city. Pandering to every taste and pampering their guests, or rather, residents to the very max. There is no hotel room in Raffles Hotel. Only suites. It even had a museum (?!) to boot to celebrate its rich and vibrant history. Had a tour around the premise together with a group of Sec 3 RGS students.

Will be coming back in one year's time...my sister is hosting her wedding there. Looking forward to wearing my blazer :D. One day, I will give my loved one a treat at a suite in Raffles Hotel...

Of course, the title of the song is not my heading. Enjoy the song. It was supposed to be played during the International Friendship Day Concert, but it didn't make the cut.