Monthly Archives: August 2010

How Does Jolie Not Trip?

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

It always amazes me that Angelina Jolie never trips while wearing long dresses and high dress.  For me, it seems totally impossible to walk without constantly stepping on the hem of the dress, especially with huge flashes going off in … Continue reading →

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Stella Luna at the Beach is Just Too Cute For Words

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

{Images from Just Jared} Stella Luna, Daughter of Grey’s Anatomy’s Ellen Pompeo and Chris Ivery is such a cutie. I love how her dad dresses her in sundresses and floppy hats. Ellen related that Chris loves buying little Stella clothes.

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Original Soya Sauce Chicken Noodles (Chew Kee Eating House)

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I didn’t have noodles for a week so this was darn good, although I must admit it only comes a close second to the one at Toa Payoh. The chicken broth here is superior here at Chew Kee which is … Continue reading →

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I Knew I Was In India

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I knew I was in India when I saw this cute sign of a lady in a sari, on the door of the Ladies’ powder room.  It would have been even cuter with a bun atop her head.  I spotted … Continue reading →

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Fort Cochin

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

Cochin is the main city in Kerala and it has a tourist portion called Fort Cochin which was my favourite district because I do love all the old colonial buildings there.  It even has an old Synagogue, but unfortunately it … Continue reading →

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What I Learnt About Cochin

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I knew that Kerala was in the southern part of India, but I didn’t know that it was that far south.  Previously I was also not aware that Cochin is now known as Kochi.  The government is trying to do … Continue reading →

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King Mahabali on a Motorbike in Kochi

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

When we were at Kochi (Cochin) in Kerala, the main religious and harvest festival, called Onam was being prepared for. As part of the celebrations they have someone dress up a the legendary King of Kerala called Mahabali. Our driver … Continue reading →

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Appreciating Singapore After Being Away for a Week

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I was away from Singapore for only a week, but it seems like even in that short span of time Singapore has changed. When I returned I spotted more Youth Olympic Signs and more flags from the National Day Celebrations. … Continue reading →

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Plagued By Sandfly Bites: A Thousand Times Worse Than Mosquito Bites

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

There’s a souvenir I didn’t expect, but got from Kerala – Sandfly bites! I never get bitten, even by mosquitos and that’s why it was so unexpected. The family likes to joke that our blood is not sweet enough, unlike … Continue reading →

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Malabar Chips: A Little Store in Cochin with the Best Banana Chips in the World

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

The most famous store in Cochin (city in Kerala, South India) is a little red stall called Malabar Chips. It’s proudly stated in pretty manuscript painted fonts, that they have no other branches. Our driver Suresh told us that people … Continue reading →

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Wendy’s Satisfied My Burger and Fries Craving

Posted on August 16, 2010 by bookjunkie

When I’m back from a trip I usually crave for Wan Tan Mee (Dry Noodles with BBQed pork and dumplings) but this time all I wanted was a burger and preferably from Wendy’s. I was so glad to find that … Continue reading →

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The Best Thing About Kerala: The People

Posted on August 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

The people of Kerala are so nice and I am not just saying that. Their hospitality was as lovely as flowers. The best way I can think of to describe their warmth and serenity is to compare it with the … Continue reading →

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Back From India And Lacking The Energy to Blog

Posted on August 14, 2010 by bookjunkie

I am back from India and I have no motivation to post. It’s quite disheartening to me because I never lacked motivation before. I am trying to understand why myself. I think it’s because I feel like I have missed … Continue reading →

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We Like Singapore Website

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

This is the latest on the ‘We Like Singapore’ website. I can relate to the first and last one on the list. We like the safety in singapore. We like Being able to get the iPhone and iPad officially ahead … Continue reading →

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Miss Universe 2010: Tania Lim & Other Contestants

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

I enjoy watching pageants like my partner enjoys watching soccer, so here are some of the contestants for the upcoming paegeant to be held in Las Vegas.  The photos are from the official Miss Universe Website and if they disappear … Continue reading →

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Gorgeous Red IKEA Kitchen

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

I was blown away by this Italian kitchen featured in the Ikea Live website. Who knew a bold red could work so well. I think it’s balanced out by the steel and natural materials like the wood ceiling and granite … Continue reading →

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Pre National Day Celebrations at VivoCity

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

VivoCity had this huge Singapore flag up. Somehow, the bigger the flag the grander it looks. I wish the red was a bit darker for greater contrast. I think in celebration of National Day perhaps, VivoCity’s blue drummer boys were … Continue reading →

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Singapore’s First Farmer’s Market at Loewen Gardens

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

The Farmer’s Market is a new attraction to check out at my favourite hang-out in Singapore. Dempsey Hill – where else? This is the one place that doesn’t quite seem like Singapore with the added touch of the lush and … Continue reading →

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Kitty Eating a Watermelon

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

I can’t tell you why I am fascinated by this video, but I think you will be too. A persian kitty eating a watermelon is the most adorable thing I’ve seen in a while. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3cHNObcEh8]

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My First Time Trying Paella (Spanish Rice Dish): Serenity at VivoCity

Posted on August 6, 2010 by bookjunkie

Paella is a spanish rice dish and saffron adds a wonderful gold colour to the rice. We had the seafood paella which was very expensive for a very small portion, but it sure was good. I found it really tasty … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Home By Designer Samantha Pynn

Posted on August 6, 2010 by bookjunkie

These beautiful rooms by Canadian Designer Samantha Pynn give me such a airy light feeling. Wish I could buy those gorgeous vintage looking armchairs. I love the splashes of powder pink. Pink against black or blue always takes on a … Continue reading →

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Willow Smith Looks Like a Pop Star

Posted on August 6, 2010 by bookjunkie

9 year old Willow Smith has a very unique style.  You need really pretty features to pull off that hairdo and I think this little one has the most amazing almond shaped eyes.  She’s the spitting image of her handsome … Continue reading →

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