Tag Archives: Living

Lovely to See My Cousin After More than 2 Years

Posted on April 23, 2022 by bookjunkie

We met for a buffet at The Straits Kitchen Hyatt. The quality of food is good and the service very polite and attentive. One of the staff, Huri, took the effort to redo the teh halia (ginger tea) for my … Continue reading →

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Thomson Plaza: Interesting Signs & Sights at a Retro Mall

Posted on April 16, 2022 by bookjunkie

This mall has been around since I was a teen so even though it’s changed quite a bit after being renovated it’s cool to see some old stores going strong.

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Pink Blue Morning Sky

Posted on April 16, 2022 by bookjunkie

So beautiful at a quarter to seven a few days ago. So glad I forced myself to get up and resisted the urge to sleep in.

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Playing the Piano Again

Posted on April 15, 2022 by bookjunkie

I’m feeling so happy today. I bought a new piano book at Yamaha (the old time piano studio that still exists in Singapore after all these years). Playing something new helps me assess a different party of my brain, the … Continue reading →

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Best Spot at Jewel: We love the French Toast and the View

Posted on April 13, 2022 by bookjunkie

Haven’t been to Jewel in ages. When we are here, we keep returning to Fun Toast for the view. It’s also not too atas or expensive.

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Tried the Dark Meat Hot Chicken Burger at Shake Shack

Posted on April 13, 2022 by bookjunkie

Been bombarded by images of this on food blogs, so their social media campaign worked even though I only go for breast meat usually. Seeing the pinkish hue of the meat after I took a bite put me off. Also … Continue reading →

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My Sinnamma

Posted on April 11, 2022 by bookjunkie

My mum’s younger sister is, in one significant way, like me. We are both childless by circumstance. I know for sure that my aunt always wanted kids, but in a selfish way I’m glad she didn’t or I wouldn’t have … Continue reading →

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Joined a Long Queue

Posted on April 9, 2022 by bookjunkie

Seeing the queue get longer I was enticed thinking this must be the best wanton noodles ever. It’s a Singapore thing as often it’s true. The owners were young and friendly but it couldn’t compare to my favourite Kok Kee … Continue reading →

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Why I Don’t Like Trying Out New Food Places for The First Time

Posted on April 9, 2022 by bookjunkie

I’m often disappointed. That’s why I keep going back to the same places. I found the Fish and Chips at Big Fish, Small Fish expensive too, at about S$18 including a drink, service charge taxes etc. it might be more … Continue reading →

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A Walk in the Rain

Posted on April 9, 2022 by bookjunkie

I always welcome cooler weather. I am afraid of lightning though. Lightning hits very low and frequently in our thunderstorms, but this was just a light rain in comparison like what you would experience in a temperate country, but wetter … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Post Rain Sky in the Evening

Posted on April 8, 2022 by bookjunkie

Decided to capture the sky in the evening instead of my usual pre sunrise posts. That liquid blue against the white was so lovely. Your skin never feels dry here. One good thing about our humidity levels.

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Why it’s Better to Grow Up in Singapore Today Compared to the 70’s and 80’s

Posted on April 8, 2022 by bookjunkie

These are just my personal feelings (I’m a diary blogger & not a journalist by any means) based on my particular childhood experiences some of which I don’t wish to relive. Nothing set in concrete. I used to always think … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts About Interviews & Ethics

Posted on April 8, 2022 by bookjunkie

In the past I’ve had a range of job interviews. Most of them have been soul crushing. It is why I will always be thankful to the interview panel at the New Zealand Embassy, even though I didn’t make it … Continue reading →

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This Crazy Need to be Constantly Productive

Posted on April 8, 2022 by bookjunkie

I look at characters in movies and they get so much done within a day. It makes me feel like a sloth, as on some days, even waking up is a chore. There’s this constant need to be ticking off … Continue reading →

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Thoughts about Procrastination, Anxiety & Punctuality

Posted on April 6, 2022 by bookjunkie

Someone wise whom I spoke to recently, told me that she resolves her anxiety by doing something. Often she does something physical like go for a walk. This is so true. I find that when I actually do something, I’ve … Continue reading →

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My History

Posted on April 4, 2022 by bookjunkie

Some blogs are truly engaging. Often I am so drawn in that I feel compelled to leave a comment. Usually the writer has been incredibly generous and brave with their life story. I can’t help but wonder, am I wasting … Continue reading →

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Catching the Sunrise

Posted on April 2, 2022 by bookjunkie

I am so glad we can now walk outside without our masks. It feels so liberating to be able to take a slow walk and breathe in the fresh morning air. Oh and a glimpse of that orange blue skyline … Continue reading →

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Gastronomia Da Paolo: Favourite Items on the Menu

Posted on April 2, 2022 by bookjunkie

We keep returning to the same places mainly due to the draw of coffee the way we like it, and great service. Plus we’re not charged for water.

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Singapore Food: Makanan Bollywood

Posted on April 2, 2022 by bookjunkie

I didn’t know this place existed till my relative from Perth recommended it. At the time they were located at Peninsular Plaza but have since moved to Funan. Higher prices but better ambience. The mutton briyani here is famous, but … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photo: Lego Merlion

Posted on April 1, 2022 by bookjunkie

This creation has been around for quite some time but it never fails to impress me. The sheer artistry and effort boggles my mind.

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Anxiety: Why Am I Wired This Way?

Posted on April 1, 2022 by bookjunkie

My brain has been wired by trauma to always think of the worse possible outcome, so that I can be prepared. I’m constantly in fight or flight mode. It’s a terrible state to be in and I wish I wasn’t … Continue reading →

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The 21st Anniversary of My Very First Major Operation

Posted on March 31, 2022 by bookjunkie

It’s crazy to think that around this time 21 years ago I was rushed to hospital and they had to perform an emergency appendectomy. It was my very first time under the knife and pretty much a traumatic nightmare. A … Continue reading →

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