The Ugly Side of Singapore, part 1 - Page 5
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alffla
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konadora
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How did the door not fall off >__> | ||
paper
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On May 09 2009 00:00 LosingID8 wrote: here in los angeles i've never had that problem and i used to take public transportation at least once or twice a week. LA public transportation is a joke :< | ||
eXNewB
Canada291 Posts
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konadora
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McFly
United States116 Posts
Story: My Cousin and me 23 and 20 respectivly were sitting on a full bus when a elderly guy with a cane came on so, my cousin offerd her seat first (she was on the outside) and the old dude declined because she was a women.... Sooo she looks in my direction... But, at the time I really had to take a crap and couldn't stand up on a shaking bus for fifteen minutes... Long story short I ended up giving my seat away and getting off at the next Seven Eleven to take a dump. Yea, Taipei buses are packed to breaking point and people still will move aside for elderly. | ||
QuanticHawk
United States32024 Posts
On May 09 2009 01:32 gusbear wrote: man the funniest thing happened to me the other day. I was on the phone while driving and this guy just freaked out on me, started beeping me and pulled up beside me at the stop lights and made gestures of disapproval. I ignored him and continued speaking on my phone and he follows me for another 2minutes, all the while beeping me. I finally get done with my call and glance at his direction and hes got a camera out taking pics of me lol. after that he speeds off. I just need to make it clear that I did not violate any other traffic rules during all that time and I do not agree with any law that says I cant have a phone to my ear while driving. Ironic that he'd do something that's a bit more dangerous/distracting while driving to 'bust you' in the process of violating some minor traffic law | ||
tentaclemonster
United States118 Posts
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DrTJEckleburg
United States1080 Posts
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konadora
Singapore66063 Posts
On May 09 2009 03:31 DrTJEckleberg wrote: It's really clean there right? Singapore is a cleaned city, not a clean city. | ||
SnowFantasy
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On May 09 2009 03:29 tentaclemonster wrote: no offense meant, but every Singaporean I've met is weird as hell.. says the tentaclemonster... lol. | ||
Chau
Canada408 Posts
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Frits
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On May 09 2009 03:25 Hawk wrote: Ironic that he'd do something that's a bit more dangerous/distracting while driving to 'bust you' in the process of violating some minor traffic law People who are driving while on the phone are as likely to crash as someone who has consumed twice the legal amount of allowed alcohol iirc, I wouldn't call it minor. | ||
rushz0rz
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IntoTheWow
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On May 08 2009 20:58 Crunchums wrote: I must say, when I read the 2nd post in this thread + Show Spoiler + On May 07 2009 17:33 konadora wrote: Thanks Smix :D Really eases my load haha Oh god lol... | ||
NeverTheEndlessWiz
Singapore827 Posts
unrelated, but here's something : + Show Spoiler + From: xxxxx [mailto:xxxxxxx@xxxxxx.com] Sent: 20/07/2007 00:00 To: SMRT Corporate Communications Subject: Feedback regarding bus captain of xxxx123x of service xxx Hi, I would like to feedback regarding the bus captain of xxxx123x of service xxx from 1030pm to 1100pm, 19 July 2007. I have enjoyed TIBs bus services for 8 years or so; always liked the comfortable seats, air conditioning and trips to and from my school day memories. Seriously speaking, SBS can't hold a candle against TIBs; I will be bias that I've never liked SBS. However just because of a single incident, I am now seriously considering never to take service 700 again, deciding to alternatively take 190 or 960 to town areas. I am not angry but just pretty much disgusted and more importantly, disappointed. I boarded the bus from parkmall and intend to alight at bukit panjang. Coming up on board, my friend and I took a pair of opposing seats that are facing everyone. I took out my glasses to rest my eyes while listening attentively to my friend speaking to me. Halfway through the journey, the captain came over my side and asked me if there is anything wrong with my eyes in mandarin. At first I didn't understand what was he trying to say since 1-I was having sore eyes that day, 2-both of my eyes are more than 800 degrees, and to top up with dimmer lighting due to the night, I would be partially blind, unable to see anything beyond 30 cm. When he asked me give up our seats for 2 elderly standing behind me, I got up immediately. However, he should have asked a more appropriate and thoughtful question and giving a more gracious response to the situation. I was utterly disappointed with captain with his lack of sensitivity and understanding, considering the manner he approached me was that he deliberately wanted to pinpoint at me, giving the tone of his voice. I would have zero awareness of the 2 elderly standing behind me after they board the bus since 1- they are out of my sight of view, 2- I can't see a thing at all, 3- I am focused on my friend. I do not expect anything, but just wanted to voice this out in a justifiable manner. Thank you for your precious time reading this. -- Regards, xxxxx their reply + Show Spoiler + Our Ref : SMRTPR07/TWAFD/1127 Dear xxxxxx Thank you for your response. Please be assured that we will look into this matter and determine the appropriate action to take against the service leader concerned. In addition, we will stress to the service leader on the importance of customer service and to always take note of the tone and language used when communicating with passengers. We would like to assure you that SMRT takes a serious view on ensuring that our staff adhere to our service standards at all times. Feedback will be filed for reference in review of his future service with the company. Do be assured that we will monitor the performance of the said service leader closely and ensure that he meets our service standards. xxxxxx, we sincerely apologize for your experience and thank you for highlighting your feedback to us. Yours sincerely xxxxxx (xxx) Senior Officer, Customer Relations Corporate Marketing and Communications SMRT Corporation Ltd i don't think i see that driver around anymore... lol since i always take the same bus almost everyday. | ||
Cambium
United States16368 Posts
Couldn't the driver just say, "move back, or I'm not driving"? | ||
konadora
Singapore66063 Posts
@Cambium: They'll face the b& hammer if they do that | ||
NeverTheEndlessWiz
Singapore827 Posts
On May 09 2009 10:43 konadora wrote: lol NTEW, typical Singaporean company response >___> true, thats why i am gonna get a vespa for traveling instead | ||
food
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