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Orchard Road Christmas Decorations and my thoughts about Crowds

There was this changing light that provided entertainment as you’re stuck at the traffic junction. The scene is constantly changing and nothing stays still in Singapore. It’s hard to even stop a while and it seems like if you don’t … Continue reading

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Smiths Fish & Chips at Tanjong Katong Road

Read bad reviews and raves at the food site Hungry Go Where. The raves were by the British expats. I decided to take the word of the expats like Laura, because who would know British cuisine better and be able … Continue reading

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Expat Blogger Maria’s Singlish Moment

I was so happy that writer, Maria of I was an Expat Wife, included me in her fabulous post about Singlish, which will perhaps interest both Singapore expats and locals with her amusing and affectionate take on the language. You … Continue reading

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How Singaporeans Actually Feel About Expats in Singapore

I think I am not alone when I say that most Singaporeans have entertained the idea of migrating at some point or another and it’s our families or other circumstances that hold us back. We are annoyed with our government’s … Continue reading

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Does the Ugly Singaporean Still Exist?

Although expats are criticized for remaining in their own circles, sometimes I can’t blame them because it is hard to meet locals who are willing to be as open to new friendships.  It is much easier for expats to connect … Continue reading

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A Lady Bug, a Grasshopper and a Bee (Singapore Botanic Gardens)

Drove by the Botanic Gardens and the cute bugs (a lady bug, a green grasshopper and a yellow bee?) sitting near the fence attracted me. Snapped some quick blurry shots. As I checked out the photos I noticed a sign … Continue reading

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#48. Changi Beach: A Quiet Escape

Walls ice-cream recently conducted a survey of 200 people in the their 20s and 30s who rated East Coast Park their happiest spot followed by Sentosa and then their own homes came in third.  I couldn’t help thinking, what about … Continue reading

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#47. Free Parking Daily

There are very few places where you can park for free in Singapore and Greenwood Avenue is one of those places. I spotted the same ginger cat again and it wanted to follow my partner home.  I think the kitty … Continue reading

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