Tag Archives: sign

Sign at Tekka Market

Posted on March 18, 2022 by bookjunkie

Did a double take when I saw this at Tekka Market. Thought it was people hugging at first. Might be an old notice put up by the police but it’s my first time seeing it. Also I only recently started … Continue reading →

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Psychopath on Board?

Posted on March 13, 2012 by bookjunkie

After gorging on laksa, we were strolling around the Alexandra area in an effort to feel less bloated. Nothing much to see. Mostly shops selling tyres and car assessories here. Saw some really weird car signs. Boredom and blogging makes … Continue reading →

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Seems a Tad Fishy

Posted on March 1, 2012 by bookjunkie

I don’t think any legal loan service would be advertised like this. Would they?

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Funny Sign: My Shop

Posted on July 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

We were totally intrigued by the very creative sign, but are still not quite sure what is being advertised or sold here besides bananas, oranges, watermelons and black bean soya drink (is this different from the usual white bean curd?). … Continue reading →

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Auntie Shop

Posted on July 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

My posts lately have been all about Aunts and it was a nice coincidence to spot this store at Jalan Besar.

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Too Much of An Imperialist Vibe?

Posted on July 19, 2011 by bookjunkie

We both just felt that this latest Louis Vuitton Ad Display had too much of an Imperialist vibe. Actually B pointed it out to me and I agreed.  The porter had that dejected, forlorn look as well, which compounds the … Continue reading →

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Osaka Town at Raffles City (Okos)

Posted on January 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was disappointed by the meal at Raffles City too.  Maybe now that I have tasted really high quality Japanese food, I just can’t go back. (A bit like how Italy ruined Italian food for blogger and world traveller, Hart) … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photo: Interesting Sign at the Promenade Station

Posted on December 16, 2010 by bookjunkie

The people behind the website Timesavers? A governmental charity organization.

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Singapore’s Odd and Gross Signs and Posters

Posted on September 19, 2010 by bookjunkie

Saw this at the Chinatown Market. I am a little puzzled at the picture at the very top. I figured that it means no pets and that includes dogs, cats (looks more like a pig to me) and birds? No … Continue reading →

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I Knew I Was In India

Posted on August 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I knew I was in India when I saw this cute sign of a lady in a sari, on the door of the Ladies’ powder room.  It would have been even cuter with a bun atop her head.  I spotted … Continue reading →

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