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The Places We’ve Been, the Lives We’ve Touched
You won’t believe the things we’ve done. The places we’ve been, the lives we’ve touched. Everything you thought was impossible - we made...

Lesster Leow
Aug 261 min read
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When Singapore Wasn’t Thinking About Bees, I Was Already on the World Stage
Back in 2001, when most Singaporeans had yet to imagine beekeeping as a serious industry, I found myself standing on the international...

Lesster Leow
Aug 211 min read
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Are honeybees going extinct? The answer is no.
Honeybees are managed by beekeepers around the world, and their numbers are stable. In fact, honeybees are one of the most cared-for...

Lesster Leow
Aug 191 min read
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From Landlord to Tenant: My Life With Bees
Inspecting a newly arrived "tenant". Back in Uganda, trapping bees was more than a skill. It was a way of life. I learned the art of...

Lesster Leow
Aug 192 min read
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Singapore Honey, EU Quality.
As per my routine, whenever the honey starts to flow, I test its moisture content using a refractometer. This is because the European...

Lesster Leow
Feb 22, 20181 min read
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Honey Is Ready.
The season of flowering has commenced and my bees are actively gathering nectar and pollen to produce honey. Since the arrival of the...

Lesster Leow
Feb 22, 20181 min read
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Happy Lunar New Year!
As we embark on another journey around the sun, we welcome the new year with open arms, embracing the unknown challenges and...

Lesster Leow
Feb 15, 20181 min read
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Mini Lesster.
Creating a clay figurine of yourself in beekeeper outfit can be a fun and rewarding experience. Not only does it allow you to express...

Lesster Leow
Feb 13, 20181 min read
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How Hungry Are You, A Social Experiment.
In 2015, I had the opportunity to meet Emily during the filming of "A Singaporean Abroad." It was a brief encounter and unfortunately,...

Lesster Leow
Feb 13, 20182 min read
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Honey Appreciation Session.
Yesterday marked the commencement of my first honey appreciation session. As I plan my work schedules accordingly, I look forward to...

Lesster Leow
Feb 11, 20181 min read
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A Thousand Mile Journey.....
In December, I had the pleasure of meeting with Anthony, who flew into Singapore specifically to see me upon my return. Originally from...

Lesster Leow
Feb 11, 20181 min read
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555.
During a stationary shopping trip at Tesco Extra in Penang, I stumbled upon a surprising discovery: a little booklet that is still in...

Lesster Leow
Dec 21, 20171 min read
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Penang, People And Places.
Since 2009, I have been visiting Penang almost every year. However, I never truly visited Penang until this most recent trip. Previously,...

Lesster Leow
Dec 21, 20171 min read
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Happy Farm With Alex.
Over the weekend, I enjoyed a relaxing stay at Pulai Spring Resort. I chose this location because it was in close proximity to my main...

Lesster Leow
Dec 3, 20171 min read
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Is This A Common Practise In Residential Singapore?
Since embarking on my journey in Africa, I've developed a strong appreciation for the importance of having a fire extinguisher at home. I...

Lesster Leow
Nov 30, 20171 min read
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Urban Beekeeping In Singapore?
The feasibility of urban beekeeping, particularly in Singapore, remains uncertain. To explore this possibility, I decided to conduct a...

Lesster Leow
Nov 23, 20172 min read
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Serenity.
Yesterday evening, following my dinner, I visited Daiso to purchase solar lights for my balcony plants. I thought it would be...

Lesster Leow
Nov 22, 20171 min read
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Silent Night.
Over the past five weeks, I have grown accustomed to the sound of tiny feet pattering towards me as soon as I open the door. I am going...

Lesster Leow
Nov 19, 20171 min read
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Happy Anniversary.
Exactly one year ago today marked my final day with the company in Rwanda. Collaborating with this team of skilled businessmen from...

Lesster Leow
Nov 15, 20171 min read
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A more natural atmosphere for the ladies.
It has been nearly a week since they were moved to my balcony, and I can observe that they have become more comfortable in their new...

Lesster Leow
Nov 14, 20171 min read
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