The school holidays were here again.  

Knowing the children’s love for animals, Joey planned an excursion to Hay Dairies Goat Farm, which she hoped would further excite their innate curiosity for nature. Joey’s brother volunteered to be the chauffeur. Indeed, the children revelled in the new experiences of feeding the goats with alfalfa hay, watching the milking process, drinking fresh goat milk and eating ice-cream made from that milk. They asked many questions about their adventures. As the outing drew towards a close, Joey could sense the disappointment in their faces. She then suggested an impromptu visit to Qian Hu Fish Farm, the largest ornamental fish trader in Singapore, located on the other side of the Kranji Reservoir. The children were delighted. At the fish farm, they were captivated by the great diversity of ornamental fishes and, in particular, long kang fishing. As a souvenir, Joey bought for the children a little terrapin, which they affectionately named Mr. Georgie Roby Green, in a tank with decorative stones.