Monthly Archives: November 2011

Christmas at Marina Bay Sands

Posted on November 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

Silver Reindeer spotted at Robinsons department store. Christmas comes early in Singapore, but I don’t mind. I would love to listen to Christmas songs for more than just a month.

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My Titanic Experience at the Art Science Museum

Posted on November 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

For this exhibit you need to fully use your imagination in order to enjoy it. I think it would be best to watch the Titanic movie before you come here, for a better appreciation and compassion for the people on … Continue reading →

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Swedish Christmas at Ikea

Posted on November 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

Have always loved the Christmas displays and products at Ikea. A handcrafted Dala horse straw goat had us captivated. A heart shaped straw wreath in my favourite shade of red. Contrasts well with the natural coloured straw one. If you … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 6 of 6)

Posted on November 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

A photograph of the artist, Rodin, who sculpted The Thinker. Loved the quote about colour. Monet paints his wife on her deathbed. Haunting and sad. I find mother child portraits to be full of emotion. The most famous one of … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 5 of 6)

Posted on November 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

Was absolutely awestruck by this painting when I saw it on the lovely Imp’s blog. The contrast of the orange blanket and the black of the angel of death was the first thing to strike me. There is a sadness … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 4 of 6)

Posted on November 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

More paintings under the theme – Leisure. Here’s one featuring a night at the opera by a female artist. If you’re carrying the audio player, look out for the headphone motif. Only those paintings have audio explanations. I was a … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 3 of 6)

Posted on November 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Now that I am looking at the photos of the art as I upload them, they still seem so enticing to me. It makes me want to go through them all over again. I think each time I will discover … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 2 of 6)

Posted on November 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Dreams and Reality was an apt name for the collection. The paintings went from dreamy to bleak, with depictions of war and industrialization. The bleakness conveyed in this one, scared me quite a bit. Something about the burning and the … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 1 of 6)

Posted on November 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

There is always so much to see even before I entered the special exhibition – Dreams and Reality. The ticket was a steal at just S$11. You can then opt for an audio guide for another S$3. I found it … Continue reading →

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Sweet Family Gathering

Posted on November 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Just felt like writing a note to my family.  All my uncles, aunts and cousins. Thanks for the wonderful company and always being so patient with all my intrusive questions and constant yammering.  And for reading my blog, even when … Continue reading →

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ION: Milca Hokkaido Ice Cream

Posted on November 6, 2011 by bookjunkie

So glad my cousin introduced me to this little Hokkaido milk ice cream stall at ION. Anyone else out there like this? Or is there something even better you’ve discovered Perhaps a sit down ice cream salon that sells Hokkaido … Continue reading →

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Wimbly Lu: The Pretty Little Chocolate Cafe at Jalan Riang

Posted on November 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

The brownies at Wimbly Lu are moist and rich. Be sure to share them. The fresh cream that comes with this brownie instead of the usual ice cream is a nice change. Isn’t the polka dotted plate so whimsical too. … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts about Scoot, SIA’s New Budget Carrier

Posted on November 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s not secret that I have a fear of flying.  More the claustrophobia than anything. My main concern when I travel is the seat size and legroom.  Everything else is good to have but I am willing to forgo as … Continue reading →

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Michael Buble Christmas Songs

Posted on November 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

Feeling fatigued and lacking inspiration. Was wondering how to fill this hole in the blog, when I saw this on YouTube. I know it’s a bit early, but who doesn’t love Christmas songs? They are always filled with so much … Continue reading →

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Sorry….I’ve Been Hibernating

Posted on November 2, 2011 by bookjunkie

Sleep always seems the best cure. Meanwhile I need to catch up on replying comments and all my blog reading. I am so backlogged. Head to my blogroll at the bottom, to check out all the coolest bloggers. Think I’ll … Continue reading →

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