We chanced upon a globetrotter’s post over a cup of kopi…
And which brings us to the role of nostalgia. Nostalgia is not mere fluff as some people may think; it actually acts as an anchor in our lives. I notice that this time around more people that I encounter in Singapore like to talk about it. Even the younger folks want to talk and learn more about the past. Nostalgia blogs in Singapore have a sizable following.
Perhaps when changes come fast, we need something familiar; that unseen anchor.
Sometimes, we lament the loss of the past. Sometimes, we seek the solace of familiarity in an old building, an old song.
And sometimes, when we are lucky, we see reflections of the past and the present in a cup of strong, dark local coffee.
We enjoyed reading Sharifah’s reflections and thought it would be nice to share them with you.
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