Darling, what nice slippers you’re wearing

Tuesday, 19 Aug, 2008 0

SINGAPORE – Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has advised Singapore’s singles to bring their social graces up to scratch if they want to settle into a lasting relationship.

Sample advice from the PM: “Do not wear slippers when taking your date out for a romantic dinner at a nice restaurant.”

He also suggests that singles join a dating agency, “like the Government’s Social Development Unit/Social Development Service”.

“While it is easy to get carried away by romantic images in movies – where you meet someone of your dreams, instantly fall madly in love, get married, maybe have twins and live happily ever after – we are ordinary people in real life,” said Lee

“We may not have instant sparks the first time. But you take your time, discover the person for who he or she is, nurture the relationship, and then maybe love may blossom.”

The PM’s advice comes as Singapore announces incentives for couples in a bid to boost the island nation’s flagging birth rate.



 

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