So much have happened in the past 42 years since Singapore's independence in 1965, many have gone through much, especially the older generations. They have seen the evolution of a 'kampong glam' into a vibrant city which is of world class standard. The success is great, and of course there will be stories leading up to them and the people that made it happen. Yet, only those with enough capital and influence were able to have their stories and experiences known and taken as educational purposes of the history of Singapore. What we are forgetting are the normal people that have lived through that period too. Their experience must not be left out too, theirs is as valuable as those in the memoirs of Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew.
Take Mr Rudy Mosbergen, who was mentioned by the author for example, he was just another Singporean living in Sinapore who have gone through the evolution process too, yet the only way he could share his experiences with are the people that he come close with. He, unlike popular people who have their personal memoirs published, did not do anything so significant to aid in the economic progress of Singapore, but he contributed in another important aspect of the country too, the part of being there and participating in supporting the policies drafted out by the leaders.
Therefore, it would be good if more writers and directors will be more willing to go down to general masses level to get more insightful stories of the everyday lives of Singaporeans in the past and at present. I strongly believe that it will add more vibrancy to our lives and allow us to appreciate the things that are happening around us.
