A VISIT TO THE ISTANAN (1)

Every Labour Day, daddy would plan an outing for the family. This year, 01/05/2007, we decided to make a trip to the Istana as there was a open house. When Ryan was told of the outing, he was thrilled and wished that President Nathan could be at the Istana waiting for him.

Wow, it was a first for all of us, my mum, sister, b-i-l, Ron, Ryan, daddy & me. The trees were strong and beautiful, the greenary were so well kept and the flowers looked like they were smiling and welcoming to all who were present. There was even a swan lake in the Istana, with graceful swans, it was so beautiful.

The kids were attracted to the playground. Ryan and Ron were busy washing hands and playing at the fountain area. Inside the Istana, visitors were impressed by the gifts from all over the world. Outside the building, visitors were busy taking photos and capturing their precious moments.

It was indeed and enriching experience and we have decided to visit the Istana again when it next open-house for its visitors and hopefully we have the honour to meet up with President Nathan.