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My 15-year-old daughter’s take on the meaning of life
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Apparently, 42 is the alphanumerical sum that signifies “To Be”. In the Buddhist context, it emphasises being fully present in the moment.
ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO
Michael Han
SINGAPORE – During one of our evening walks at Pasir Ris Park, I asked my youngest daughter: “Tell me, what is the meaning of life?”
She paused and said: “Just live lah, daddy. Enjoy it.”
