Tag Archives: 2006

Digging up my Very Old Blog Entries from 2006

Posted on September 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

I decided to dig up my older posts from 2006 and relive the embarrassing writing. I started blogging regularly in July 2006, on Google’s blogspot and 5 years later I am finally re-reading the old entries. It sure feels weird … Continue reading →

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Halloween at NTUC

Posted on October 19, 2006 by bookjunkie

It’s been a slow day. Blog addict that I am, I was looking out for things I could post about. This is the most interesting thing I could pick out. Looks pretty scary huh? This is the first time I … Continue reading →

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VivoCity

Posted on October 7, 2006 by bookjunkie

It wasn’t as crowded as expected. Maybe because the Haze took a turn for the worse. The PSI hit the unhealthy level of 130 at 10am today. My throat feels hoarse breathing in the polluted air. Not all the shops … Continue reading →

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Droolworthy Nonya Curry at Hyde Park Cafe

Posted on September 29, 2006 by bookjunkie

My tastes buds confer that this is the best Nonya/Peranakan home-style curry you can get in Singapore. Rich and flavourful, it is just the right combination of lemak (richness of coconut), assam (sourish flavour), sweet and spicy. The several accolades … Continue reading →

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Dan Dan Mien in Beijing

Posted on September 25, 2006 by bookjunkie

I got to taste the authentic stuff at a little cafe near the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. So yummy and really spicy. Great to tuck into during the cool spring. Thoughts of 2011 Me: This was 5 years ago, … Continue reading →

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Deepavali is in the Air

Posted on September 24, 2006 by bookjunkie

Took a picture of the decorations from the car. Love this year’s peacock theme. Must come again closer to Deepavali to experience the festivities. Well, especially to check out, and of course consume, the “palahaaram” (indian sweetmeats) on sale. 5 … Continue reading →

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Books Inspire

Posted on July 18, 2006 by bookjunkie

Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers. ~ Charles W. Eliot ~ What is written without effort is in general read without pleasure. … Continue reading →

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