COLORFUL LITTLE INDIA

Sunday in lthe Little India section of Singapore is always busy. It is the only free day for many and the men are out in force on their day off. More than 70% of the crowd were males today.  But this Sunday, even more so due to the festival which begins in two days. Deepavali.

It was a colorful scene:  the mustafa center, everyone out on the streets. It was difficult just walking around. And, overlooked by more great looking shuttered windows. Lots of energy.

You could buy anything. I got an old lock, about five inches in size with key. Offered at $75, then discounted to 60. I said at 35, I might be interested. Guess what? The deal was struck and it is mine.

I could have had my hands done with a fascinating tatoo or bought one of the handsome gold pieces favored by Indian women, but did neither.