Tag Archives: National Day

National Night

Posted on August 27, 2012 by bookjunkie

A witty satirical music video by Mentos which makes fun of our government’s anxiety that Singaporeans are not producing enough babies. To me it also might be poking fun at sexist rap videos (I take it that way or some … Continue reading →

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Singapore on her 46th Birthday

Posted on August 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

Took a double decker bus around a small part of our clean island. Haven’t sat on the upper deck in many years and I recommend it. Thought these bunch of flags sewn together and fluttering in the strong breeze was … Continue reading →

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Brilliant National Day Spoof Video: Another Home, with Chua Enlai & Tin Pei Ling?

Posted on August 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

Now this is what makes me feel patriotic and so close to my fellow citizens. Never thought I could be a bigger fan of Chua Enlai than right now. Just when I was feeling so jaded. I was thrilled to … Continue reading →

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Tiong Bahru: Nostalgia Hotel’s Rooftop Pool and My Thoughts about the Singapore Flag

Posted on August 2, 2011 by bookjunkie

Passed by a couple of times and was intrigued by this new boutique hotel that doesn’t really look very new. Well I only started noticing the rooftop pool quite recently, so perhaps it’s an old refurbished building? I decided to … Continue reading →

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The Esplanade from Marina Square Shopping Centre

Posted on July 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

There is quite an odd looking fountain structure here. There was a bit of road closure today due to the National Day Parade. I spotted attendees in red taking the MRT from Promenade Station.

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Singapore Flags on HDB Flats as National Day Approaches

Posted on July 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

This is the first year I am noticing such huge flags, probably put up by the grassroots organizations.

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My Aunt Bakes: National Day Cake and Sugee Cake

Posted on August 20, 2010 by bookjunkie

My Aunt is such a wonderful baker. Well, she’s actually a teacher by profession but her true love is cooking and baking. She doesn’t sell her cakes or anything but does it  with love for her family, and always surprises us … Continue reading →

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Pre National Day Celebrations at VivoCity

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

VivoCity had this huge Singapore flag up. Somehow, the bigger the flag the grander it looks. I wish the red was a bit darker for greater contrast. I think in celebration of National Day perhaps, VivoCity’s blue drummer boys were … Continue reading →

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How a 5 Year Old Sees Marina Bay Sands

Posted on July 31, 2010 by bookjunkie

Of all the art pieces I was attracted by this one by a 5 year old, of Marina Bay Sands.  Spotted this at an exhibit of children’s paintings at Millenia Walk, probably a contest related to the National Day Celebrations. … Continue reading →

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NDP 2010 Song and Mr Brown’s Version About His Xiao Char Bor

Posted on July 30, 2010 by bookjunkie

I had never heard the National Day Parade Song before, but first saw Mr Brown’s (Singapore’s most famous blogger apart from Wendy Cheng) spoof which was pretty darn good as usual. He can actually sing! Xiao Char Bor means crazy … Continue reading →

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