Many Wait For One Year To Be Part Of Celebrations
By Hadi DP Mahmud

Bandar Seri Begawan - Twenty-four years on, the pomp and splendour of National Day celebrations may not have changed much since Independence Day. Every February 23, the celebrations can be caught live on state television or radio — from the comfort of one's home or a nearby coffeeshop — but for some families residing in Temburong District, the event is an annual fixture in their to-do lists. "Sure you can watch it on

TV, or hear about it from the radio, but it's not the same as actually being there. It is a good chance for me and my kids to get closer to His Majesty, as we don't see him in person much," said Hj Osman Panjang, who caught an early morning boat from Temburong to the capital yesterday with his spouse and three children.

"My children have been pestering me about coming down to Bandar for the celebrations since early this month. They like to see the parade and the performances," he said.

Ampuan Damit Ampuan Hj Sarapuddin, a 41-year-old Temburong district resident, said the National Day celebrations along with His Majesty's birthday celebrations held in the capital gives him a chance to indulge in a change of atmosphere. "It's much livelier here, as it can be too quiet back at home. Every year I take my four kids here for His Majesty's birthday and the National Day celebrations so I can relax and they can enjoy themselves," he said. -- Courtesy of The Brunei Times

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