OH!
Rubber Ducky
Your the one
You make bath time
Lots of fun!
Rubber Ducky
I'm awfully fond of you! (bobobodeo)
Rubber Ducky
Joy of joy
When i squeeze you you make noise
Rubber Ducky
You're my very best friend its true
Every Day
When I make my way to the tubby
I find a little fella who's
And chubby
Rubba dub dubby!
Rubber Ducky
Your so fine
And im lucky that your mine
Rubber ducky im awfully fond of you
ooh....
Every Day
When I make my way to the tubby
I find a little fella whos
Cute and yella
And chubby
Rubba dub dubby!
Rubber ducky your so fine
And im lucky that your mine
Rubber ducky im awfully fond of
Rubber ducky im awfully foooond
Of you!
Who would have thought a rubber duck would stir such a frenzy? From news reports to social media, the giant inflatable is the talk of the town, drawing children and adults alike to the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront where the seaborne artwork is moored. Victoria Harbour is its 13th "port of call" around the world, after visits to cities including Osaka and Sydney. Shopping malls and restaurants in the area hope it will bring more customers. It has even become the highlight of a travel agency's art-cum-gourmet special day tour.
Exactly why a "sculpture" modelled on a child's bathtub toy becomes an instant sensation around the world is perhaps a worthy subject for sociologists. Admittedly, it is a heart-warming sweetie. The smiling faces crowding the harbourfront testify to its magic. As its Dutch creator, Florentijn Hofman, says, his 16.5-metre installation transcends frontiers, politics and ages. If local response is any reference, the duck appears to have united the public. It connects the people and uplifts spirits. It has, arguably, done a better job than the government's "Hong Kong Our Home" campaign, which aims to inject positive energy into society and foster social cohesion.
The duck has brought more than fond childhood memories and relief to city stress. Images of our magnificent skyline dwarfed by a bright yellow giant bathtub floatie are not merely a visual treat. That they have gone viral on social media is likely to stimulate more interest in our harbour, without which the attraction would have not been possible. As the artist hoped, it has successfully offered a new perspective on public space.
Having risen from a fishing village to one of the world's biggest ports, the city's maritime heritage cannot be overstated. Sadly, protection and enjoyment of the harbour still leave a lot to be desired. Our visiting friend is a good reminder to us to reflect and appreciate the things we often take for granted. The joy it brings owes much to our lovely harbour, which brings Hong Kong to the world.
This article first appeared in the South China Morning Post print edition on May 12, 2013 as Something we can all agree on
Big crowds, almost around the clock to see a, "rubber duck."
On the pier were several other rubber ducks.
Serious photo opportunity.
Beware the giant duck!
No climbing on the rubber ducks!
I live in a strange, but wonderful land.
Have a great week everyone! God bless you!
Love adios and peng on!
Dirk
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