As
for Singapore people, I can not say I have already developed deep acquaintance
with them, since I have only stayed in Singapore for a month, but frankly I can
say that, in my first impression, Singaporeans are kind and beautiful people.
I
dare to say all of us truly enjoy a splendid time with our befrienders, who
keep a company with us, take care of us, and do their best, in a rather natural
way, for none benefits, to ensure our happiness and rid us of senses of
loneliness. It’s hard to imagine what it will be like if we didn’t meet our
befrienders, maybe we would stay in the hostel all the day and miss our
families and friends in China badly, who are in our hometown, congregate
joyfully, celebrating the new lunar year, compared to us staying alone in
overseas.
At
the talent show last Sunday, we were all impressed with performances of each
group, tears dropped from some students’ eyes, for those who didn’t cry out,
appreciation filled their heart as equal.
As
we are new to Singapore, we usually have to ask the way. Singapore is a
multi-ethnic country, and there is a language barrier in our communications
with local people, especially Malaysians. Even though the barrier can’t be
overcome in a few days since language learning is a long-term process, it never
seems to be difficult for us to get to the destination, because Singaporeans
are so warm-hearted that they even lead you to the place you’d like to get. And
when we ask for information, they would explain it in detail and correctly.
Sometimes we asked for many times because we couldn’t understand their
expressions or pronunciations, but at any time, so long as we requested, they would
answer, never mind taking the trouble.
I
am not touting Singapore people at all, it’s what both you and I can feel:
living with Singaporeans is really a great pleasure.
Singapore must be a great cultural shock for most of you leaving home for the first time. I believe people are generally the same everywhere: most are good and helpful but there bound to be some nasty ones in our midst. This island state is mostly peaceful and quiet and I'm glad that many foreigners find Singapore a charming place. Learn as much as possible about the people and places from your friends, but also see and experience for yourself what Singapore is really like. You might change your views about this place later on.
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