Tag Archives: Writing

SPIRIT OF THE CITY 城市精神

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Kennie Ting

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It’s been some time since I posted on DREAM OF THE CITY. The main reason for this was a sudden urge to get back to my novel. After a first round of rejections by literary agents, and some very useful … Continue reading →

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WONDER-LUST – Resolutions 2026

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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It’s the time of year for resolutions. Last time I made one was in 2020, so I figured I’m due. [This shall also serve as chapter 10 (out of 12) of my “Begin Again” series. Because that’s what the process … Continue reading →

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THE HE(ART) ❤️ OF STORY-TELLING

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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In my various lines of work as cultural historian, museum director, policy-maker and even strategic planner, I essentially play the role of a story-teller. I tell stories – about history and culture, about works of art in museums, about people … Continue reading →

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ME = CULTURAL HISTORIAN | The Great Port Cities of Asia: In History

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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It’s been a busy month and a bit. Short spurts of travel. Loads of things happening that have import on my future. Plus, I was also ill for a couple of weeks. So I had to pause on my journey … Continue reading →

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…The Show Must Go On

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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My professional career began onstage with the Singapore Armed Forces Music & Drama Company (SAF MDC), where I did my National Service. I was an artiste – I had to sing, dance and act. Our purpose at MDC was to … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Moving in Slow Motion

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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This past week, I succumbed to a spurt of anxious activity, only to be reminded that I should be taking it easy. The goal (of blogging and reflection) is to slake off old skin, so a new and refreshed ME … Continue reading →

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…To Begin Again

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Kennie Ting

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I’m back, in more ways than one. My year away from full-time work has come to a close, at least according to my (self-imposed) timeline. At this point in time, I’m supposed to be searching for a job. But what … Continue reading →

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A Season of Anniversaries

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Kennie Ting

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Autumn is the season of anniversaries, and I’ve got a trio of them stacked up – well, technically, a quartet… Yes, I haven’t written anything here in six months. I’ve been busy – with a new book, a burgeoning relationship, … Continue reading →

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Resolution for (the Rest of) 2020 – Read More, Write More and Give More Thanks

Posted on July 19, 2020 by Kennie Ting

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Having recently emerged from a lockdown, I’ve found myself actually missing those days spent at home alone, leisurely exploring my own private universe. As much as I missed being at the museum and my office, I have – surprisingly – … Continue reading →

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Taking Stock, or the Most Important Measure of Success in Life

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Kennie Ting

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Earlier this month I turned 40, a very “grown-up” sort of age, even though I don’t feel particularly different; and to be frank I’ve “grown up” so to speak, much faster than my peers, even as I’ve retained a very … Continue reading →

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