Tag Archives: lovely

Toffee Cider at The Pigeonhole (Duxton Hill)

Posted on June 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

My second time at the Pigeon Hole and it won’t be my last. Loved the gracious welcome we get here and the delicious toffee cider. It’s a haven when it’s packed to the gills everywhere else. Felt so at ease … Continue reading →

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An Utterly Charming Experience at Littered with Books (Duxton Hill)

Posted on April 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

I had been meaning to visit Littered with Books for the longest time, but I just never got around to it. I am so glad that I finally did. It’s a little bookstore located on Duxton Road, and places like … Continue reading →

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Carpenters: It’s Christmas Time

Posted on December 23, 2011 by bookjunkie

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Exploring Club Street and Ann Siang Hill

Posted on April 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

When you think Singapore you don’t normally imagine quiet, calm or serene. That’s why I love to seek these places out. Places like Club Street and Ann Siang Hill. You don’t need to spend a cent. Just walk the streets … Continue reading →

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Thankful for Every Blog Comment

Posted on April 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Your blog comments are like sweet little notes that I treasure.  Over the past year the blog has been adorned with over 3000. I am just so thankful. Comments take time out of a busy day and that’s why they … Continue reading →

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The Loveliest Idea I’ve Seen in a Long While

Posted on February 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Take a peek at what blogger and former graphic designer, Radostina, at 79 Ideas has created.  I marvel at her sense of colour and asthetics.  I just wish I could be even a fraction as creative or discerning.  Just glancing … Continue reading →

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Lovely Ideas on Mocha

Posted on February 17, 2011 by bookjunkie

Love how this eco friendly blue porcelain cup looks like a paper cup. So pretty. I absolutely adore this cute red memo holder as well. And a bookrest lamp so the spine of your book is preserved when you don’t … Continue reading →

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Quotes that Speak to My Heart: Inspiration for a Happy Life

Posted on January 28, 2011 by bookjunkie

The first quote by Leonardo Da Vinci is startling and true. {Image: Mazefall} This second one I needed, to quell that negative voice in my head, and naysayers. {Image: From Up North} And finally to halt the self-induced guilt trips. … Continue reading →

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I Learnt Something on Goop

Posted on December 16, 2010 by bookjunkie

Gwyneth Paltrow gets quite a bit of flak for her newsletter and website Goop being too pretentious and in Singapore terms ‘atas’. She always seems so perfect too and able to do anything, which of course is infuriating for lesser … Continue reading →

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Tiny Vices by Mary Karaplis

Posted on December 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

I think Vancouver’s Mary Karaplis is an amazing artist. This particular illustration applies to me so much, it’s not even funny. I find it impossible not to dwell on the past though. This is another amazing one – I love … Continue reading →

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