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Monthly Archives: May 2011
NY Times: 36 Hours in Singapore
Interesting Read at the New York Times Travel Section. JUDGING from the number of cranes that dot the city’s skyline, Singapore is booming. In the last few years, casinos and hotels have sprung up; museums and galleries in former colonial … Continue reading
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Tagged cost of living, divide, international, NY Times, playground, poor, press, rich, Singapore, social, world
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Mum Injects 8 year old with Botox
I am just horrified at the physical and psychological ramifications on that poor child. To me, this is child abuse. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auzvSkIk7xg] I can’t imagine that the mother thinks there is nothing wrong with this. She is clearly living through her … Continue reading
Posted in Culture & Society
Tagged beauty, botox, child, child abuse, crazy, cruel, horrified, little girl, mother, mum
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More Cuteness from Little Prince William & Harry with Mum Diana
At Harry’s first day at school, William tries to help him, but he squirms away. It’s quite funny. Kids will be kids, whether they are royalty or not. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mebLYhQKqIY] A 2 year old William in an older clip. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYbEDKpROZY]
Posted in My Celebrity Addiction
Tagged childhood, cute, Diana, funny, Harry, Prince Harry, Prince William, Princess Diana, school, Video, William
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Little Prince William Being Rowdy & Adorable Baby Harry
I just love the clip of how Prince WIlliam was the original Grace Cutsem (the little girl who covered her ears when Kate and William kissed). Princess Ann looked flustered and she had no idea how to control him. It’s … Continue reading
Old Home Videos of Princess Diana as a Child
You can see how much Prince WIlliam looks like his mum. Their faces as babies look remarkably alike. Almost identical. And Harry resembles his uncle, especially the red hair. I am just fascinated by vintage videos and even that vintage … Continue reading
Posted in My Celebrity Addiction
Tagged beautiful, childhood, clips, footage, lady diana, old, people, pretty, Princess Diana, Video, vintage, women
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So Singaporean
Thanks to Victor Tan who uploaded this on his YouTube channel. It was made in 2009, but it still relevant and a great summary of what it means to be Singaporean. [youtube]BIW7i0UT5j0[/youtube]
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged durian, island, music, patriotic, scenes, Singaporean, Video
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Old Videos: William & Harry with their mum Diana
I found these old videos from the 80’s quite fascinating. I grew up at a time when the world was totally captivated by Princess Diana and her little boys. The younger generation will probably feel the same way with William … Continue reading
Princess Diana’s Tiaras & Gowns
I still think that no princess captures the imagination the way Princess Diana did. She was like Cinderella come to life. {via} {via} {via} {via} {via}
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Tagged beautiful, beauty, bridal, Diana, Gowns, green, lady diana, pink, pretty, Princess Diana, Royal, wedding, women
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Vivienne & Knox Jolie-Pitt at the Playground
Haven’t been catching up on celebrity tabloid news for a long time. Here are the world’s most famous twins at the playground. Love little Vivienne’s floral dress. {via The Daily Mail} You can see how much Vivienne Jolie looks like … Continue reading
Posted in My Celebrity Addiction
Tagged beautiful, celeb, Celebrities, celebs, cute, dress, fashion, jolie, Jolie-Pitt, Knox Jolie-Pitt, Life, photos, Pitt, pretty, twins, Vivienne, Vivienne Jolie-Pitt
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Gloria Jean at Vivo
Only when Starbucks gets way too crowded…. I wish a little boutique cafe like Shots at Ann Siang Hill, would open up here, but I guess it would be the wrong vibe.
Posted in Food in Singapore
Tagged coffee, culture, design, Entertainment, Food, Gloria Jean, Life, Living, mall, personal, photography, photos, shopping, Singapore, travel, VivoCity
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A Bowl of Ramen at Aoba, VivoCity
I always have this need to add chilli powder to my soup. Whether it’s prawn mee soup at the coffeshop or Ramen at a restaurant.
Restaurant Selling Dog Meat in Singapore?
[youtube]aBHyYQoluAs[/youtube] Whether fake or real, I still find it deplorable, as I am sure will many people.
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged animals, dog meat, pets, restaurant, Singapore, society
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Boy Do I Love Moleskins
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYq9JnCzw-I] The colours are oh so delicious, and the possibilities the blank or empty ruled pages promise. The orange, and classic red and black are among my favourites. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCCwVDqvmt8]
Sembawang Shopping Centre: Starbucks & Daiso
Coffee, coffee and more coffee. The new Starbucks logo. But you’re lucky if you can get a seat. There’s a Daiso here. Each item goes for just S$2. Do I need to say any more? Like these quirky cards. A … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged Architecture, coffee, culture, cute, Daiso, decor, design, Life, Living, mall, personal, photography, photos, pretty, Sembawang Shopping Centre, shopping, shops, Singapore, Starbucks, travel
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Sembawang Shophouses – Promise of No GST
The row of shophouses just beside the newly renovated Sembawang shopping centre. You can tell what’s on the mind of all Sinagaporeans. The cost of living and the GST (acronym for goods and services tax).
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged cost of living, culture, GST, Life, Living, personal, photography, photos, Sembawang, shophouses, Singapore, travel
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HDB Flat in Ikea Colours
I find the yellow and blue pretty striking.
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged Ang Mo Kio, Architecture, blue, design, flat, HDB, Life, Living, personal, photography, photos, pretty, Singapore, travel, yellow
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#81. A Country that is Politically Awakened, & her People Care
It was heartwarming to see so many new faces standing up to be the voice of Singaporeans, and more importantly the voice of the poor and marginalized. I never felt more patriotic then when I heard these inspirational speeches of … Continue reading
Posted in 100 Reasons to be Happy in Singapore
Tagged crowd, culture, Life, Living, patriotism, personal, pledge, pride, Singapore, society, travel, Video
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Books: Rohinton Mistry’s A Fine Balance & Family Matters
I really enjoyed these two books by Canadian Indian (Parsi) writer Rohinton Mistry. He is one writer who captures the element of nostalgia so brilliantly. The characters are so well drawn that you feel tenderness for them. I do hope … Continue reading
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Tagged A Fine Balance, author, booker prize, books, family, Family Matters, favourite, Freddy Mercury, Indian, interesting, Parsi, picks, Queen, recommendations, Rohinton Mistry
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I Confess: Never tried Soup Tulang, but Anthony Bourdain has
[youtube]ZSklJCZ40V0[/youtube] If I ever try Soup Tulang one day, I have to remember to wear red and not white.
Samantha Brown tries Laksa
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhC-yZg_l2Q] Not sure where Samantha Brown has been brought to for laska, but for me nothing beats the Depot Road laksa. The one she has here, looks quite insipid. The way Seetoh is telling Samantha to eat the laksa is … Continue reading
Posted in Food in Singapore
Tagged Food, laksa, Samantha Brown, Singapore, Travel Channel, Video
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