The average transient construction worker in Singapore undergoes nightmarish conditions to make ends meet. But it is not just the cruel working conditions that makes his life hard, it is the constant alienation that they feel in this island nation. It was good fortune to meet some of these amazing individuals and it was an eye opener. Most of them were confined to their beds due to one injury or another but all of them had a smile on their face. And imparting this knowledge that ws gleaned from them, is an important part of this photo essay the main purpose of this photo-zine is not only to higlight their problems and their injuries but also to impart knowledge about their existence and their survival to Singaporeans.