John V Orange

Category: Life @ Large

  • Hello 2018!

    Hello 2018!

    For no particular reason, I don’t seem to be in the festive mood everyone else is in these few weeks. Now that I’ve eaten my last meal for the year and decided not to do the New Year Eve fireworks countdown at the Sydney Harbour, I think it’s appropriate to do some reflections on what…

  • First Winter Snow

    First Winter Snow

    With a divine stroke, Two individuals were brought together. When the ice broke, They found a friend in each other. It’s amazing how quick and strong the bonds were built. Shared laughter, related interests and common obstacles helped foster the guild. Soon the sparkles dimmed and reach a constant. But true relationships should endure the…

  • I live on George Street

    I live on George Street

    I live on George Street. The entrance of my apartment faces World Square but my windows open to a gorgeous view of Darling Harbour. Every Saturday, I get to see the short burst of firework display. As I do not drive, the convenience of walking to places is perfect. Many times, I can just walk…

  • Mr Lee Kuan Yew

    Mr Lee Kuan Yew

    Mr Lee Kuan Yew How many people have the ability to be a talking point on mainstream and social media networks internationally? Mr Lee Kuan Yew passed away in the early hours on 23 March 2015. Singaporeans woke up to this piece of sober news. His name floated about in the minds of many, as…

  • Still

    Still

    My head is spinning yet I was not being tossed around. Not yet. The more I think about what I need to do, the more I am running away in the opposite direction. I saw all these preparations (to unclutter) coming and had an understanding how it would be. Yet when the time comes to…

  • Marrying Your Happiness

    Marrying Your Happiness

    I looked at the groom, standing at the altar, anticipating the crucial cue – the arrival of the bridal party. I wonder what was running through the groom’s – all grooms’ – mind at that moment. I suspect they will ponder, “Do I really want to get married?” and “Do I really want to get…

  • I’m turning 18! Again!

    I’m turning 18! Again!

    I don’t recall since when birthdays start to bring worries, too. I supposed it began after the Big 3. Even when I was already at the wrong side of 20s, birthdays were pretty much just what to treat myself and where to dine. After receiving the third strike from the guardian of time, the couple…

  • Who gets to draw the line?

    Who gets to draw the line?

    Heart beats fast, emotions run wild, It is an important matter, it is not mild. Battling disappointments, his and mine. What is fair, who gets to draw the line? I know I have tried and put up a good fight. Yet I still have not found favour in his sight. I want to surrender and just leave. But I…

  • The Waltz of Changes

    The Waltz of Changes

    When I popped the two red pills, I thought I will pass out fast. Two hours later, I am still wide awake and begin writing this. Waves of thoughts are surfacing and resurfacing, negating the influence of the drowsy formula. My headache seems to have lightened, but I am not sure if it is due…

  • Nearing 35

    In my teenage years, whenever I try to imagine what I would be when I grow older, I will always picture a 23 years old bloke driving a convertible down along a coastal road. That to me is an image of a well-accomplished adult. Hence, I cannot really understand or reconcile what became of me…