Tag Archives: 1960’s

Typical Day in the Life of My Mum in the early 1960’s

Posted on September 25, 2022 by bookjunkie

She couldn’t recall exactly what time she woke up, but it was to the crowing of the neighbourhood roosters and not an alarm clock. They were extremely loud she said. She ironed her uniform the day before. Once adorned, she … Continue reading →

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Conversations with My Mum’s Younger Sister

Posted on September 13, 2022 by bookjunkie

One of my role models of being an aunt is how my aunty was towards me growing up. She was young and vivacious and in my eyes stunningly beautiful especially in her saris. And she was absolutely doting and indulgent … Continue reading →

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Asking my 76 Year old Mum About her Reaction to the Queen’s Passing and About Life Under British Colonial Rule

Posted on September 11, 2022 by bookjunkie

What follows is in my mum’s words: When I read the news about the queen I thought she looked much younger than her years. I was impressed that she didn’t age that much. I only wish she could live until … Continue reading →

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Vintage Singapore 1960s: Street Urchins

Posted on April 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am absolutely mesmerized by this old video. I feel so lucky with my hot showers, when I view how the children are bathed. But it also seemed a more idyllic time or perhaps it’s my nostalgia for a charming … Continue reading →

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Singapore Food Trail at the Singapore Flyer Part 2 of 2

Posted on March 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

I took just so many photos that I had to split this post up. Adored the local drinks in glass bottles. I remember the bottles being huge in the old days, or was it because my hand were little. I … Continue reading →

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Vintage TV: Elizabeth Montgomery made Bewitched, Magic

Posted on January 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

This is one show equally loved by both my mum and myself.  It’s Bewitched. I mostly watched the re-runs, but recall bits of it from childhood as well, especially the seasons when little Tabitha (played by a very cute Erin … Continue reading →

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