Tonight, I experienced a brief rush of euphoria.
Nothing of the naughty sort, but simply just being in the cockpit of one of man's modern creations, and cruising along Bukit Timah road at 70 km/h. Windows wound, a dewy late night breeze brushing gently against your face, and with Sigur Ros playing in the stereo, is enough reason to feel more alive than ever.
On that note, I've decided to come up with a list of awesome stretches of tarmac for all you melancholic junkies out there who might wanna share that moment of intimacy with yourself (please hold those sick thoughts again.) :-
1. Upper Bukit Timah Road
As recommended and expercienced by yours truly. I have no clue why but somehow I feel sort of attached to that stretch of road. It casts a tranquil sort of charm on me everytime I drive there. And of course, notwithstanding being able to hold the mortgage there might occassionally threaten to put me off.
2. Changi Coast Road
A favorite amongst amorous couples who are in search of brief pockets of privacy. The limited gantry-ways to the runaway which runs parallel to this road boosts a spacious lot for parking, plus it comes with a magnificent view of our beloved airport, with deadly gaseous fumes and aero-asphalt added for measure. A hot spot on weekends. (NOT only for young lovebirds mind you.)
3. Orchard Road
Don't be mistaken, Orchard Road may seem bustling with life in the day, but take a slow cruise along here at night may open yours eyes to a mellower side of Singapore's greatest sin. Do watch out for the young delinquents who dwelleth within.
4. Mandai Road
Wind down your windows and take whiff of nature's air-conditioning along here at 2am in the morning. Try stretching your arm out as you carreen along this uber long belt of serenity. Totally theurapatic. Do be careful with that stretching-hand-out thingy, you might just lay your palm on some cycling foreign-worker's genitals.
5. East Coast Parkway
The reason why I find that our nightsky is one of the truly awesome things to beget this tiny island. As you trudge up Benjamin Sheares bridge, take a moment to gasp in awe at the grandeur of the Singapore River and its tapestry of skyscrapers. Sigh.
There you have it, my top 5 list of recommended routes for leisure cruising. Hey, don't blame me if it isn't substantial enough, it doesn't help that I've been staying in the West all the while.
Come to think of it, this post is entirely pointless. Petrol costs an arm and a leg here. So stay home. Play GT4.