Tag Archives: women

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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Been Reading Inspirational Blogs

Posted on May 9, 2016 by bookjunkie

Been reading inspirational blogs by women going through the cancer journey, surgery chemo and the whole works. I admire them so much and often their heartfelt posts make me tear. Just want to reach out and have some kind of … Continue reading →

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People Watching in Hanoi

Posted on March 9, 2013 by bookjunkie

Something I enjoy during travels is people watching. I like to observe the current fashion in the country as well. Just like in Singapore, red seems to be a lucky colour for Tet (the Vietnamese new year). Girls tend to … Continue reading →

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Internet Tribes, Kindred Spirits

Posted on October 31, 2012 by bookjunkie

I think people who have a compelling need to write, feel emotions intensely. If we don’t put it down and share it somewhere, we will burst. I find that we also tend to dream so vividly that it seems real. … Continue reading →

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The Long Journey to Agra Continues

Posted on February 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

Agra is in the northernmost part of the State known as Uttar Pradesh or UP as Indians call it. One of the first things I saw was a truck of cow dung. This is burnt and used as fuel by … Continue reading →

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Crystal of Expat Bostonians on the Straits Times

Posted on December 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

So excited to see the very sweet Crystal of Expat Bostonians on the Straits Times. She is one of the kindest most thoughtful bloggers around. It truly makes my day whenever I see her comments on my blog. I was … Continue reading →

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My Trip to Stockholm & Helsinki: 7 Things I Loved & Will Miss

Posted on November 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

I love experiencing new things. Took advantage of the low season and went to Scandinavia during a period no one wants to go there. Basically it’s mostly dark and grey with just 6 hours of daylight from about 9am to … Continue reading →

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National Museum of Singapore: Masterpieces from the Musee d’Orsay, Paris (Part 1 of 6)

Posted on November 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

There is always so much to see even before I entered the special exhibition – Dreams and Reality. The ticket was a steal at just S$11. You can then opt for an audio guide for another S$3. I found it … Continue reading →

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Does Age Matter in the Blogging World?

Posted on October 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have been reading blogs of girls who are half my age. And then I wondered. Is it creepy for them that someone who is closer to their mum’s age is reading their blog? Is it too childish of me … Continue reading →

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3 Singapore Hotels Linked to MRT Stations & Malls

Posted on September 29, 2011 by bookjunkie

Update 30 Sep 2011: Since I’ve written this post, I have been getting great tips which leads me to suggest you check out Fairmont Singapore which is located above City Hall MRT. This is a good central MRT station as … Continue reading →

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I Voted for Valerie Lim – our Miss Singapore Universe 2011 Representative

Posted on September 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

Just because. Maybe after just voting in 2 elections I feel a little lost. Wouldn’t it have been a hoot if our Miss Universe was a Tan as well? (we had 4 Tans in our recent Presidential Elections) Happened to … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Andie McDowell and her 3 Kids

Posted on August 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s hard to believe that Andie McDowell is just as beautiful at 53 and that she has 3 grown-up children. Her son Justin is the oldest at 23 and her daughters are 21 and 16. I always thought she had … Continue reading →

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Zahara and Shiloh are little mummies to the Twins in London

Posted on July 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

Just adore this photo of Shiloh holding the hand of Knox and Zahara minding Vivienne. Could this family get any cuter? Check out all the photos at Celebrity Baby Scoop, who always have the top scoop when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Pearls

Posted on July 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

I hardly wear jewellery, but I love gazing at it. Pearls remind me of a teacher we had who had the most amazing sexy curvy figure which she squeezed into tight cheongsams. She was so elegant and liked to twirl … Continue reading →

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Emily Blunt was Charming as Young Queen Victoria

Posted on July 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

The NY Times didn’t give a positive review of the movie The Young Victoria, but I found it quite charming, especially Emily Blunt. Rupert Friend was sweet in the role of King Albert and the chemistry between the actors just … Continue reading →

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I am Living

Posted on July 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

Heart wrenching tale by a very brave survivor of unimaginable childhood trauma. Wish I could say or do something to erase her pain. Just want to share her blog, I am Living This brave woman needs all our empathy and … Continue reading →

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Places to Indulge: TWG Tea Garden

Posted on July 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

There are now two great places for high tea at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. Both by TWG which stands for The Wellness Group. I somehow prefer the one on the Bridge because there is a bit more privacy … Continue reading →

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Ladies & Men who Light Up the Silver Screen

Posted on July 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

I just felt like listing the actresses I love.  When they are featured on the poster, I am keen to watch the movie.  The actresses I adore have a etheral beauty about them.  They are intelligent, quirky and lovely to … Continue reading →

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Ann Curry overwhelmed by Nadya Suleman’s Octuplets

Posted on July 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

I can’t help but be fascinated by this story. There is no denying that Nadya Suleman’s children seem healthy and beautiful, but how does anyone managed with that many kids and no financial means. The anxiety that must produce every … Continue reading →

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Introducing Adrianna, Yann & Shilo

Posted on July 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Adrianna Tan has been writing for a real long time. I was surprised to find out just how young she is, as she writes with maturity beyond her years. I love that she writes from the heart and with an … Continue reading →

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Thank you to My Top 10 Blog Referrers

Posted on July 5, 2011 by bookjunkie

Thank you so much for all the link love.  I really appreciate it and I love following your lives on your blogs too. Just checked my WordPress stats and you appear in my top 10 list of blogger referrers, of … Continue reading →

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Inspired at the Art Science Museum (4 of 11)

Posted on July 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

Beyond the symbols, the sculptures were just beautiful to look at. Woman of Time (1973) I am loving the idea that beauty can be independent of time. It was interesting how the faces of the sculptures were masked with what … Continue reading →

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