Since arriving in Singapore we have been walking or taking public transportation everywhere. We probably use the MRT (subway) the most, but we usually only take it a short distance and are always underground when we ride it. However, last week we were going to take the MRT quite far, so you can imagine our surprise and delight when we were on the MRT and suddenly saw sunlight when it came above ground. The kids all squealed with delight and were so happy with our 20 minute "above ground" MRT ride. When our friend offered to drive us home, Jake was quite upset that we would not be taking the "above ground" MRT ride again.
As taxi fares have begun to add up, we have started to figure out the bus routes and have been quite proud of ourselves for getting around town on the bus. We are lucky because, so far, the kids also love taking the bus. While waiting for a bus last night, all three kids were crossing their fingers, and hoping that we would get to take one of the double-decker busses. I am happy to tell you that their wishes came true when bus number 143 arrived and it WAS a double decker. By the kids reactions, you would have thought they were on a ride at Disneyland!
It is so great to see the kids get excited over these simple things and it helps us to find the joy in these things as well.
Love how the kids are excited over the simple pleasures. Great story.
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