Tag Archives: 2011

Wonderful Xmas Eve Party with Family

Posted on December 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

My cousin D came up with this tropical Christmas Tree which was such a lovely surprise as we were not expecting a tree. The decorations minus the fairy lights, costs just S$6 from Daiso. For dessert my aunt’s brandied fruit … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photos: Christmas Decorations in Chinatown

Posted on December 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Very 70’s. Reminds me of the Christmas decorations in the city when I was a kid.

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Millenia Walk Christmas Decorations 2011

Posted on December 17, 2011 by bookjunkie

Not even Christmas yet and already a clearance sale? It was nice to discover by chance that Wood in the Books has another very pretty store at Millenia Walk. Mos Burger was decked out for Christmas and playing Christmas albums. … Continue reading →

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Elephant Parade 2011 in Singapore

Posted on December 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

You can spot elephants all over town as part of the Elephant Parade, but I particularly liked the ones at Somerset 313. Especially this one which seems to be decorated with a single piece of string. It’s for a worthy … Continue reading →

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Skansen in Stockholm

Posted on December 2, 2011 by bookjunkie

Skansen which is a ferry or tram ride away from the city centre, was one of my favourite places. It’s where I got to see the Nordic animals.  It’s an open air museum or a sort of cultural theme park … Continue reading →

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Being a tourist in my own country, at Marina Bay Sands

Posted on November 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

Love taking random shots of things that interest me. It’s the only way to sustain my interest when I’m inside a mall. Although to be fair I think Marina Bay Sands has one of the nicest. The best part being … Continue reading →

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Urban Sketchers Singapore (Part 1 of 3)

Posted on October 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

Wanted to have a meal at the Maxwell Road Hawker Centre, but the public parking lot was so full with tons of cars queuing. So we parked at the building close to it. No idea what building this was. Turned … Continue reading →

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Little India Deepavali Fair 2011 at Birch Road

Posted on October 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

It was scorching hot, but we decided to take a quick look at the fair. Deepavali decorations. Fresh coconuts. Punjabi suits, kurtas and Indian style clothes for kids. Just across the road is Mustapha. The fair is located just across … Continue reading →

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F1 Glamour at Marina Bay Sands: Miss Universe 2011 & Ludicras

Posted on September 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

When I was in the MRT yesterday, I saw many people of different nationalities, and I think many headed to the F1 races. Heard some Italian as well, and saw a girl with glittery diamond like stuff on her acrylic … Continue reading →

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Mid-Autumn Festival 2011: Lanterns by the River as Night Falls

Posted on August 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

Now that I am blogging consistently, it seems that last year’s event was just yesterday. It blows my mind how fast time passes. This time all the zodiac lantern figures were white and blue, which I found a whole lot … Continue reading →

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