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Rediscovering the joys of family bonds, friendships this holiday season

As festive gatherings return, I’ve realised it has always been the people I spend time with who make the memories worthwhile

"Floating" Christmas tree decorations at the Marina Bay Sands on Dec 6, 2022. ST PHOTO: ALPHONSUS CHERN
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