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Cool Stuff at the Chinatown Visitor Centre

Posted on January 23, 2015 by bookjunkie

It’s fun to look at trinkets that tourists might buy. I thought that the souvenirs sold at the Chinatown tourist office (next to the Chinatown Complex/Market/hawker centre) were pretty neat.

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Felt Out of Place at the Currently Coolest Coffee Joint – Chye Seng Huat Hardware

Posted on December 3, 2012 by bookjunkie

Even though I knew I would not fit in at that place (being the old fogie that I am), I still craved to see it for myself and try the coffee. Businesses in Singapore come and go so fast that … Continue reading →

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Art by Kids at Bay Front MRT

Posted on September 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

Took this some time ago and forgot about it. Decided it was time for a short post to appreciate the art at our MRT Stations.

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The Poster: My Sister Loves Shibly Prata

Posted on August 30, 2012 by bookjunkie

I was pretty excited when I came across a poster, just yesterday, using a quote of mine. Well actually the the blog title of my post about Shibly Prata. It was a post I wrote way back in July last … Continue reading →

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Finally Checked out Tiong Bahru Bakery

Posted on June 30, 2012 by bookjunkie

The sea salt caramel laced pastry I had was interesting, but the bakery was just too packed for comfort when I was there. The same issue of seats being spaced too closely together and I’m someone who likes a bit … Continue reading →

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The Plain at 50 Craig Road

Posted on June 16, 2012 by bookjunkie

I wanted to like The Plain so much but I guess it was just way too crowded when I checked it out. The boy who lead us in was very sweet. Very warm and welcoming service indeed – the best … Continue reading →

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Blogs & Books

Posted on April 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

I don’t always speak like how I write. I find that I write the word awesome a lot on my blog, but I never say it in real life. It would sound too weird. Other words that feel natural when … Continue reading →

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The Revolutionary 1984 Mac Ad

Posted on December 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I may have seen this as a kid and most likely didn’t understand it. But it sure is amazing to watch decades later. If something can stand the test of time then it must really be great. What were your … Continue reading →

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Marina Bay Sands: Cool Light Bulb Design at The Sloane Clinic

Posted on November 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

Thought it was a fashion store at first, but it turned out to be a clinic. I guess it makes sense, as they do plastic surgery here. I thought the light bulbs in the window was a very cool feature. … Continue reading →

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Cool Buildings and Thoughts about Spelling Reform & Language Acquisition

Posted on October 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

Just like the Gateway Building near Kampong Glam, this is another cool triangular shaped building that looks flattish from an angle. It’s the Airview building, sandwiched between Maxwell House and Red Dot Traffic. Look out for Kadayanallur Street. It’s pronounced … Continue reading →

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