Simple Pleasures

I never thought I'd live to see this spectacular view of the Singapore Skyline.

It all started when some of the members of Pinoygraphers went down to Tanjong Rhu to take this shot after the Singapore Flyer became active. I never got a chance to join them as I'm very occupied recently with my projects.

Another two Tanjong Rhu EBs has come and gone and I still haven't made it. I told myself one day I will go down there even if I had to go alone. Fortunately, Labor day is fast approaching and it falls on a Thursday. I finally got a chance to go out for a night shoot on Wednesday evening (my Fridays are for quality time with my hubby).

Worried on how to get there, I posted a question on how to get directions to this place. Luckily, someone was kind enough to post the basic directions there and Chairman Glenn gave me a helping hand to know exactly where I am going. They are truly dependable.

Also, Yhan was able to tag along. It felt good to be lost with someone than being lost alone. We took a cab from Aljunied station and look for the last bus stop of Bus 158. Using our sense of heuristics, we walked along Kallang river towards Sheares bridge and looked for the fence to climb over, as rumors suggested. When we hit the fence, we decided to walk around the perimeter for the fear of getting caught. We ended up lost while standing at the gate of Marina Bay Golf Course. This is when I decided to give Sir Glenn a call.

It was a good thing Sir Glenn was at the Millenia Tower, which was on the opposite side of the river. He can see us from where he is standing and helped us by giving us the correct directions. Knowing what to do, Yhan and I treaded back to where the fence meets the Kallang river walk. We went above the short fence and walked at the narrow pavement, of which a few inches more and we will meet the murky waters. We walked for 100 meters, crossed a wooden plank and walked around 200 meters more. We took some shots of the Sheares river while there is still some light left before sunset. Dark settled and we finally found the perfect spot for our night shoot.

Soon after, the rest of the group found us and they started to setup to shoot this fantastic view of the city. Mosquitoes started to feast on our fleshy and rats scurried along the sides while capturing the night-scape into our cameras. The photo shoot lasted for 2 hours. We decided to pack-up and head back shutter happy and hungry. We walked back through the same way we used and reach the bus stop at 8:30pm. Waited forever for the bus to arrive. And when it finally arrived, we were welcomed with cool air-conditioning, cushioned seats, atmosphere for easy talk and anticipation of filling our stomachs soon. Upon reaching Geylang area, the gang decided to eat in a near Aljunied station and I decided to part ways to meet Jojo, who is waiting for me in Sembawang for a movie date.

Despite of getting almost lost, mosquitoes, fear of dropping our precious equipment in the water, guerrilla tactics and a long tiring walk from the bus stop, having this photo is worth the adventure. Kudos to Yhan for being game. Cheers to Jowena, Eman, Lesley and Arman for the company and the laughter.

Celebrated by monicai at 10:14 PM

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