Tag Archives: bloggers

Been Reading Inspirational Blogs

Posted on May 9, 2016 by bookjunkie

Been reading inspirational blogs by women going through the cancer journey, surgery chemo and the whole works. I admire them so much and often their heartfelt posts make me tear. Just want to reach out and have some kind of … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Women with Cancer who Share their Journey

Posted on April 18, 2016 by bookjunkie

I am so thankful to the bloggers I’ve recently discovered through the WordPress app, who share their journey through chemotherapy, surgeries, scans and all the things that go into tackling cancer. They make me feel not so alone because no … Continue reading →

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Hong Kong Guides by Bloggers (for My Cousin)

Posted on December 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

I promised my cousin that I would plan an itinerary for her, but there are so many great guides out on blogs that I thought I would collate them for her here. Choose mostly guides written by bloggers I read. … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Life Snippets

Posted on November 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

Following up from my last post, I was so enthralled to get the responses from blog writers that I nominated for the Liebster award.  Thank you so much for putting effort into your responses and sharing such personal details and … Continue reading →

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One of Those Days

Posted on October 12, 2012 by bookjunkie

Turbulent emotions, but sometimes I just don’t feel like sharing anything as it just seems too self-indulgent and making myself open to criticism for not being grateful for what I have. Perhaps it why my blog is so ‘food heavy’ … Continue reading →

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Bloggers are People

Posted on September 12, 2012 by bookjunkie

Had to share this brilliant piece by Kirsten Han. It spoke to me as I often grapple with this. Blogging is one way I express myself but I am not just a blogger. I’m happy to be one, and take … Continue reading →

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Liebster Blog Awards

Posted on January 4, 2012 by bookjunkie

The always lovely Lady J, was so kind to nominate me for the Liebster Blog Awards. She’s a Singaporean who is currently living the expat life in Switzerland. But she’s be back in Singapore soon and blogging about local delights. … Continue reading →

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Usman Restaurant: Pakistani & North Indian Food

Posted on October 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

Will update this post when I actually eat at the place. But I was intrigued by Pakistani cusine offered here and feel that it’s a shame that I haven’t tried it as I always tend to go back to the … Continue reading →

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Learning about Macarons (the Latest Singapore Food Trend)

Posted on September 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am still quite hazy about what a macaron is and am not able to clearly tell you how it’s different from a biscuit so this is going to be an organic post. As I research I will write down … Continue reading →

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Introducing Adrianna, Yann & Shilo

Posted on July 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Adrianna Tan has been writing for a real long time. I was surprised to find out just how young she is, as she writes with maturity beyond her years. I love that she writes from the heart and with an … Continue reading →

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Thank you to My Top 10 Blog Referrers

Posted on July 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

Thank you so much for all the link love.  I really appreciate it and I love following your lives on your blogs too. Just checked my WordPress stats and you appear in my top 10 list of blogger referrers, of … Continue reading →

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Pink Dot or more like a Pink Park of Love

Posted on June 19, 2011 by bookjunkie

Nothing beats pink – it was so beautiful seeing those balloons go up in the video. Read this wonderful article by blogger Kirsten with loads of photos from the event. Loved this one Kirsten shot, of Vincent Wijeysingha and he’s … Continue reading →

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Save the World’s Saddest Dolphins – ACRES needs your help (27 May 2011)

Posted on May 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

Maybe I am reading too much into her facial expressions and I am biased with my thinking that the mainstream media is biased. But I can’t help it. The newscaster’s scrunched up face while reporting the news about the dolphins … 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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Happy to be Featured on Bloomize Today

Posted on April 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

Bloomize is a wonderful blog you should check out. It’s by talented photo-journalist Clara who blogs from our very own Singapore. I am so glad I was invited to be featured in her segment WTWY or What Travels with You. … Continue reading →

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WordPress Blogs Still Down After Cyber Attacks

Posted on March 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Even though the report by AFP below says that it’s up, it’s not. I wonder if this is affecting Asia alone. I can’t log in to any other wordpress blog sites either. I just get a blank page and a … Continue reading →

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My Top 5 Most Shared Posts

Posted on February 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

I love looking at my WordPress stats.  Ok, I am addicted to checking it obsessively. One thing I like to look at is what kind of posts my readers are interested it and one indicator is the posts that they … Continue reading →

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5 Must Read Singapore Blogger Posts

Posted on January 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

1. This story of a young boy and his siblings who fight for his life chilled me to the bone. It’s just so heartbreakingly, achingly sad. I am glad that Singapore has compassionate young people like blogger Kirsten. 2. She … Continue reading →

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Theme Change to Twenty Ten

Posted on January 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

I felt a need to switch to Twenty Ten with the express reason of saving my eyes. The font is double the size and so much easier to read. I hope this will lead to less typos on my account. … Continue reading →

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I Quit Facebook And I Don’t Regret It

Posted on January 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

This is a follow-up from my distress call of a post from when I quit Facebook cold turkey.  I am now fine with the whole business and not so jittery any more.  I have never smoked, but I believe that … Continue reading →

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Singapore’s Most Famous Bloggers and the Ones I Read

Posted on December 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

Dawn Yang is a pretty young blogger who sued Wendy Cheng and they both hit the headlines a few years ago. I think it was because Wendy accused her of plastic surgery and such. Dawn has a doll like face … Continue reading →

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Culture Shock: Singapore Expat Bloggers Give Great Insights

Posted on July 30, 2010 by bookjunkie

I love reading blogs by expatriates in Singapore. They give me new insights and perspectives.  They also scoop out interesting tidbits I have overlooked. All of the guidebooks and expat guides to moving to Singapore mention a particular local custom. … Continue reading →

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