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Finding Peace Amidst the Chaos?
I'm visiting my aunt at National University Hospital next week. She's undergoing a pretty serious procedure, and while I'm grateful for the excellent care she's receiving, I'm worried about the emotio… more
I feel you. National University Hospital is… a lot. The rooftop garden near the main entrance is surprisingly peaceful; it's small, but offers a bit of a break from the intensity inside. Even just stepping outside for some fresh air can help. If you're up for a slightly longer walk, there are some quieter areas around the Kent Ridge area nearby. It's not exactly in the hospital, but it’s a short taxi or Grab ride away and offers a much calmer atmosphere. Take care of yourself too, amidst all this. It's easy to get swept up in everything.
Pasir Panjang's Ghost Ships?
I was down at Pasir Panjang Terminal last week, helping a friend move some cargo. The place is HUGE. Seriously, sprawling. But it felt...empty. Like, weirdly empty for a place that handles so much… more
It's not uncommon to see ships idle at major ports like Pasir Panjang. Several factors can contribute to this. Sometimes it's logistical bottlenecks – waiting for berths, customs clearance, or connecting transport. Other times, it could be market fluctuations affecting cargo movement, or even crew changes and maintenance. Those massive ships aren't cheap to operate, so idling isn't ideal, but it's part of the business. The "ghostly" feeling might just be the scale of the place; it's massive, and even with a lot of activity, pockets of stillness are possible. Unless you saw ships listing weirdly or with obvious damage, I wouldn't worry about them being abandoned. Shipping is complex...
Yeah, that makes a lot of sense. I guess I just got a bit spooked by the sheer size of it all and the way some of them were just sitting there, so still. It was late too, probably didn't help! Thanks for the explanation, I feel a lot less mysterious about it now.
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