Category: Singapore
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Visiting the Changi Chapel and Museum
I didn’t know there was a museum in the eastern side of Singapore which tells the story of what happened when the British surrendered Singapore to the Japanese during World War II. I thought the museums were all within the city’s Civic District. It makes sense to have one within Changi. It’s called the Changi […]
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Revisiting Joo Chiat Road
Joo Chiat Road is a special place for me. It’s home to Betel Box Backpacker’s Inn, the first of many hostels I stayed at when I started my Singapore adventure ten years ago. Earlier, my friend Greg and I were in the area looking for a café. I couldn’t help but look for the green […]
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What would I do… if I had a little more $$$
It’s 4:17am and I can’t sleep. Again. It’s been like this for a few weeks where my sleeping habit is sht. I can take a 3mg pill of melatonin but it makes me feel sluggish when I wake up. I’ve started journalling but my work table has a pile of clothes and an Amazon microphone […]
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Do you have scars? How did they happen?
Fast Answer: Yes (it’s not visible to the eye) A few years ago, a moment of inebriated anger at an innocuous dinner and dance would change my life. Because it involved someone I loved who I brought as my “plus 1”, this moment would create a scar so deep that it’s taken years for it […]
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If you didn’t know your age, how old would you think you are?
Fast Answer: 27 I’ve been slightly sensitive (okay, maybe like 10%) when conversations with new people I meet revolve around age. The most common reaction is “Woah, you don’t look 30-something!” – I don’t know how to react. It’s flattering they might think I’m in my 20s. I guess it’s a compliment. Not that there’s […]
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Eighty percent.
Proof of life: It’s not that I wasn’t doing anything in August. Quite the opposite! Returned to evening “WODs” (workout of the day) with my Philippines-based fit fam. Moderated a webinar for work. (I’ve never moderated a webinar before.) Continued producing weekly “Saturday Uncut” videos on YouTube. Managed work load after some sudden changes at […]
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Celebrating our anniversary at Little Island Brewers Co.
Since I moved to the eastern part of Singapore, I’ve always wanted to grab a beer and take in the ambiance at Little Island Brewers. It’s a self-service brewery and restaurant located in Changi Village. When we arrived on a weeknight, the setting was comfortable. There were barely any people here due to this pandemic. […]
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Getting my second vaccine jab in Pasir Ris
I guess this is a continuation of a previous post about getting my first vaccine jab. 🙂 July 25. The day of my 2nd vaccine appointment. I was LESS anxious this time. Probably because the first experience was breezy and painless. Plus, I had a cute guy inject me! Like the first time, I didn’t […]
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“Are You Local?” Podcast Launch
I’ve finally launched my podcast! I was afraid to hit publish back in late 2020 because of imposter syndrome. I needed to take a “time out” and wait until I was comfortable putting my voice out there. It’s not perfect but I learned not to fall into that perfectionist trap. So finally, here it is! […]
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Getting my first vaccine jab in Pasir Ris
COVID-19 vaccine registration for non-citizen residents of Singapore (ages 12-39) started on June 30, 2021. The government gave citizens in this age group more than two weeks head start to register. As a non-citizen but long-time Singapore resident, it was anxiety-inducing to wait. But I’m glad we were finally included. We are fighting this pandemic […]
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