Who are we? We Singaporeans can answer that. I'm sure we've kept Singapore in a special place in our hearts. There are a thousand and one ways to express what we've kept inside.

At the NDP ticket collection centre, those successful applicants wrote down some reflections and thoughts with regards to what it means to be a Singaporean. Singaporeans can be creative! There were a variety of ways in which they expressed their love for Singapore!

This amiable auntie wishes that Singapore grows in prosperity and progresses by leaps and bounds.

A family of 4 has "come together" to get their tickets. The children must be rather excited! They have their own avenue of expression. They've drawn pretty pictures of the Singapore flag in dandy surroundings. A short analysis just for fun..the girl has drawn flowers, fishes and birds, while the boy has done some random rectangular designs. Each gender has their own style, haha. It's interesting to see the family dressed in red and white as they come down to collect their prize. All hyped up! :-)

Now lets visit some of our comrades overseas.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder. I'm sure our fellow Singaporeans around the globe miss and love Singapore. Such emotions transcend the vast seas and oceans. (These photos were taken during Singapore Day in London. More pictures are availalbe at Flickr)

The familiar enthusiasm a Singaporean teen can exude is displayed here. We are still who we are regardless of location. It's in our blood.

The Singaporean accent's alive in London too! These people have not forgotten who they are and are more than happy to wish Singapore a Happy Birthday!

What about you? You Singaporean? Feel free to post your thoughts and reflections here or at the Reflections section of our NDPeeps microsite.

Just to give these people some credit..They are the people manning the ticket collection centre. They have worked tirelessly from morning till late at night until the debriefing's done. They have also done a great job in getting many more to join in the fun and become fans of NDPeeps@Facebook! Well, looking at how fervent Singaporeans are in wanting to be a part of the celebrations or to wish her a Happy Birthday, it's worth all the time and effort put in. :-)