Otters, O’Stoooo! A Proposal Remembered by Singapore’s Water‑Pals
Picture this: a bright November day at Marina Reservoir, Singapore’s sparkling freshwater hub. British couple Jordan Doyle (28) and Mary Lister (49) – both avid otter lurkers – are in the middle of a playful hunt for the famed Bishan otter family. When a troupe of curious otters surfaces, an unforgettable moment unfolds.
When Love Meets Furry Friends
- Mrs. Lister is known to be an otter aficionado, so Mr. Doyle’s “Will you marry me?” catch‑phrase was practically tailor‑made for the scene.
- They arrived in Singapore last week on their world‑tour, coordinating with local wildlife photographer Bernard Seah for the full “sock‑in‑aquatic” experience.
- While Bernard couldn’t capture the exact gentle kiss‑in‑moment, he did snap an awesome re‑enactment that the couple says will shine in their photo books forever.
Otters: The Unlikely Matchmakers
Why did the otters calm down and stick around? Bernard explains:
“Otters are naturally curious; any new (or “new‑additions”) element in their environment tends to get a sniff‑and‑saunter club. If you’re in their path, they’ll check your shoes, chirp an introduction, and then wave on.”
So, as Mrs. Lister’s answer became obvious, the otters leaned in, pre‑confirmed the engagement, and left a tiny pawprint on the story of this love‑birds’ big day.
What’s Next?
The newly engaged couple will keep the proposal photo as a gift of their adventure, which will “go down in their photobooks” and definitely melt anyone’s heart that reads it.
Meanwhile, the Bishan otters – a celebrated family that originally lived at Bishan but moved to Marina & Kallang after a 2015 territorial showdown with the rival Marina otters – cheer on their newest human ally.
And About Bernard’s Borrowed Lens
Our brave photographer, who frequently captures otter antics (but no big‑fleam proposals), teamed up with the couple to deliver this charming snapshot – a small tribute to a “beautiful day” that deserves to be seen beyond the social feeds.
To sum it up: Love is in the water, laughter in the air, and otters proving that the universe loves a little surprise. Cheers to the couple and the furre- friendly witnesses!
