5 weeks and 3 days to go

For anyone who is concerned about me getting sick from eating certain things, worry no more! Singapore has an "Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority" that (I think) is like our FDA, in that it checks food to make sure it is safe (the website even says "As part of AVA's integrated food safety system, we regulate the import of fruits and vegetables to ensure that they are safe to eat."). So forget the boil it/peel it rule - I'm eating fruit and vegetables whenever I darn well please! ;)

Also, I have been checking out transportation and travel in SE Asia. I have learned that there is a railway system that goes from Singapore, through Malaysia, to Thailand (and an unlimited 5-day pass is about $35). Bangkok, anyone?