Monthly Archives: October 2010

#60. Malaysia is Just Minutes Away.

My relatives love shopping across the causeway, as the groceries are so much cheaper. The branded clothes are more expensive, but you can get some really good deals at the outlet type stores. What I like best is the street … Continue reading

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Takashimaya Food Basement

Haven’t been here in a while. It’s a nice place to get a taste of Japan.   The carrot, chicken and cranberry sandwich here is so good and healthy too. I loved the lemon bun as well.       … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photo: Disturbing Income Gap

I found this accidental capture quite disturbing, as the discrepancies between the rich and poor widen. Singapore seems more and more a playground for the rich, while the lower income citizens are left on the sidelines.

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Oldest Shop at Holland Village

This shop has been here since I was in school.  There have been stories in the Newspaper that the owner is so rich that he’d rather continue with his shop than sell or rent it out, even though he’s been … Continue reading

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MRT at Holland Village

I can’t wait.  It’s just opposite Wendy’s which is great news for Wendy’s. Another thing that prompts me to blog is that one day these photos, which seem modern, may become part of our collective historical archives. All these may … Continue reading

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Iced Cappuccino at Coffee Club

There’s a Coffee Club at Paragon now.  It’s new to me since I haven’t been here in about a year or so.  It was an expensive coffee at $7.10. At least there was ice cream in it so it was … Continue reading

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Paragon

I haven’t been to Paragon in ages and it has changed quite a bit. I heart ERP?! Do people still buy CDs? The Crabtree and Evelyn Store always looks pretty and smells so good.

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An Atas Meal: Da Paolo La Terrazza

Some days I ask myself why do I blog. Am I becoming a slave to my blog? Some days I get tired of taking pictures of food and just want to eat. But then when I don’t take pictures I … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photos: Signs

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Singapore Daily Photo: Hippo Tour Bus

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Animal Themed Trash Bins at United Square

United Square is a mall that mostly features kid products. I guess that’s why even their trash bins are geared towards kids. The height of the bins is just right too.  What a cute concept.           … Continue reading

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Jacob’s Cafe at Changi Village

Jacob’s Cafe is located at the sleepy area in the East of Singapore, known as Changi Village. This is a place where you can get breakfast all day long and the owners are laidback and friendly. Just note that they … Continue reading

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Jones The Grocer at Dempsey

Finally had a meal at Jones the Grocer. I just love the high ceilings and the inviting decor of this Cafe chain from Sydney. The Chicken and Mushroom Pie was yummy and the pastry was full of buttery goodness. The … Continue reading

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Scaring the Public To Sell a Product is Just Plain Dumb

Ok let me be more direct – I feel pissed. The idea is just plain dumb and inconsiderate. When I first heard about the escaped bear it seemed scary. I thought what if the bear got hold of a little … Continue reading

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Sembawang Beach: Sand, Grass, Trees and Birds

Some green to soothe tired eyes. That’s Malaysia across the water! An old man was throwing bread to the birds and they were very satisfied.

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Sembawang Beach: Cute Kids Edition

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Changi Beach: Sea, Sand, Trees and Planes

Macro shot of pretty weeds. This is as close as we will get to Autumn leaves. Powdery sand. It’s hard to believe there are hundreds of people on that contraption in the sky or that I sat in one a … Continue reading

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Changi Beach: Kitty Cats Having a Siesta

It was a hot afternoon and it seemed like a good idea to curl up and have a nap.

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Changi Beach: Cute Kids Edition

Children don’t need a lot to have fun. They see the magic in the tiniest little things, and my main purpose of blogging is to rediscover that sense of wonder.

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Bruno Mars Got My Attention With Billionaire

Oh that voice is amazing [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwlK5b4KYfI] Bruno also co-wrote Right Round by Flo Rida. That’s one song I couldn’t get out of my head after ‘The Hangover’. Some tid-bits about this rising star who just turned 25 on 8th October: … Continue reading

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Diamaru in Osaka

The Diamaru is Osaka is just so pretty and pristine. It’s like a shopping palace. The front of the store even has a stone peacock carving to welcome shoppers. I wonder why we don’t have a similar concept store in … Continue reading

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Lunch at Osaka Castle Park

The coke is Osaka was so much nicer. The carbonation is stronger and I don’t think it was just in my head. It’s always sad when you’re hankering after something and they get your order wrong. B actually wanted a … Continue reading

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