Singapore - May 2018

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If it wasn't so hot, Singapore would be one of the best places to live. The standard of living, health care, retirement, and general politeness is one of the best anywhere. There's always something going on and new places to visit. In a small country the only place to grow is up and that is what Singapore has done.
Along the water's edge there is a great area for walking (or jogging in early morning hours) and photo ops.
 A yarn and string exhibit was going up but I missed opening weekend so only got to see the arch.
 Area of the youth Olympic park.
 This scuplture was only about 12 inches tall. There were several of them scattered about the park.
 Bridgework looking back at the city.

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