In the early 50s and 60s there were no big shopping malls where people can 'lepak' and just enjoy the cool environment.Shopping was done in the shops which lined up the roads of a town eg in Ipoh it was Hugh Low Street where you have a lot of little shops on both sides of the roads.It was quite fun walking from one shop to another.
Festivals were times when neighbours would bring the festive cakes to your house so that you can also share in the festivities.A quaint custom which unfortunately seems to be dying off nowadays.
One common form of entertainment was the picnic when families would bring some food and eat by the riverside or seaside after having a swim there.Children were very outdoor orientated and would spend a lot of time in the garden or playing fields,unlike today when most of them would be glued to the TV or computer>Those days if you meet a teacher in town you would probably hide as teachers were mostly feared and highly respected .Not so today!!
Communication then was by letter ,beautifully handwritten and in good English.Today you have the e mail and sms written in horrendous English.A step forward or backwards?
Family discipline was strong where children were taught never to argue with the elders and where certain house rules applied like you never start dinner before the head of the family does so or left any unfinished portion of food on your plate.
There is a lot to be said for the good old days but man progresses and along the way we lose track of some of the important things in life !!!!
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