It's Eid today and a public holiday, only announced last week.

i decide to head down to the People's Park where the sun is shining and people are out in good numbers. It's a really great laid back atmosphere, especially in the fun area where there are rollercoaster, bumper cars and many other attractions.

I look for a place to eat and the choice is red chairs or pink chairs? Then I notice a sign which says, 'clean and tasty' and so the red chair cafe wins! From here I can 'people watch' and observe a holiday time for the middle classes in Yangon.

The young generation, arm in arm, head off to 'lovers lane' Others wear shorts, jeans, baseball caps and have designer handbags and glasses. The youngsters listen to music through their headphones and take numerous photos on their mobile phones.

The 'selfie' and the selfie stick are very common sights today. It's all so new and exciting for a generation that will know little of the restrictions of only a few years ago. It is such a privilege to be in Myanmar at this time of transition.

As as I begin a walk over to meet my fellow VSO volunteer Chris on the other side of town, I pop into the Martyrs Park to seek out the statue of Aung San.
I am joined by seven university students, curious to know about my experiences in Yangon and of my life back in the UK.

I spend a thoroughly enjoyable half hour walking and talking. They will be the generation that takes Myanmar forward and I admire their values and optimism about the future.