Tag Archives: bus

Finally Living Again in 2023 Post Covid

Posted on February 2, 2023 by bookjunkie

By living, I mean taking the bus and train more regularly as opposed to being stuck at home where you tend to be too sedentary. I honestly prefer these modes of transport to a taxi or car if I’m not … Continue reading →

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The Kindness Bus

Posted on February 15, 2012 by bookjunkie

But why does the Daisy look like it’s frowning?

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Improvements in Singapore’s Public Transport Promised

Posted on October 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s great news that there will be a new station near Marina Bay Sands called Bayfront and it’ll open in January 2012. [youtube]KAm3J2ri-Pc[/youtube] I like the idea of knowing when the bus is coming and how crowded it is. More … Continue reading →

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Sand Dune Accident in Lancelin

Posted on July 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was shocked when I read about the serious injuries resulting from an adventure bus that overturned during a Sand Dune ride in Lancelin which is a small coastal town, north of Perth. I have gone on a similar ride … Continue reading →

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Kenneth Jeyaretnam on a Crowded Bus

Posted on April 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

{via GE2011media} Boy I wouldn’t like to be in a sardine packed bus like that, but it’s quite refreshing to see a candidate on it.

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Singapore Then and Now: Taking the Bus

Posted on April 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

When I was in school, back in the early 80’s, I remember waiting for up to 25 minutes for a bus. Even if one came along they didn’t stop as it was already bursting at the seams. We were afraid … Continue reading →

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I Swear by Axe Oil

Posted on March 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

B hates the scent as it ironically gives him a headache while it cures mine. He absolutely detests walking through some sections of People’s Park because every shop sells variations of the stuff, and the scent is a bit too … Continue reading →

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Our Trip to Resorts World Sentosa (Part 2 of 2)

Posted on December 30, 2010 by bookjunkie

The Casino here doesn’t look as intimidating as the one at Marina Bay Sands. It’s a lot more gaudy too. This place is not as posh, but hotels seem more family and budget friendly. Honestly, if I had to pick … Continue reading →

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Be Kind to the Bus Captain

Posted on December 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

Haven’t taken the bus in a while, and I was impressed by this new sign on the bus. It’s true. We need to be kind to the bus captain and we shouldn’t tolerate it if they are abused. These days … Continue reading →

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Mad Men Star’s Green Lifestyle Includes Not Having Kids

Posted on November 18, 2010 by bookjunkie

The character Vincent Kartheiser plays on Mad Men, Peter Campbell is probably someone your would not particularly like at your own office in real life. Off screen, he just seems like a really down to earth interesting guy. {Image: Official … Continue reading →

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#9. Air-conditioned Bus Terminals

Posted on May 18, 2010 by bookjunkie

The best thing done for public transportation is air-conditioned bus terminals like the one in Toa Payoh.  You’re protected from the sun and rain.  Even more fabulous is that they are connected to malls as well as our subway system. … Continue reading →

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