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Feb 6, 2012, 1:05 am
Great Buddha Land
Fo Guang Shan was founded by Venerable Master Hsing Yun in 1967. Since then it has evolved from a mountain top bamboo forest to the largest Buddhist monastery in Taiwan.
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Feb 1, 2012, 7:15 pm
Lo hei at the Beer Garden
My hubby and I were invited to a food tasting session at Food Republic Beer Garden@ St James Power Station. It was our first time here and we like its open air environment.
I was told this place highlights the scene from the streets of Si... Comment - Like
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Jan 31, 2012, 9:03 pm
龙年吉祥
新年快乐！愿您在新的一年里财源广进、身体健康、平安快乐。
I am still celebrating my Dragon New Year despite falling ill because I ate too much festive goodies and Mandarin oranges. :P
We ha... Comment - Like
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Jan 19, 2012, 6:58 pm
Photothunt theme : Animal
Night markets are a hallmark of Taiwanese culture and the best way to experience it is to try the vendor food. In Kaohsiung, the Liuhe Night Market (六合夜市) is the oldest and biggest, frequented by locals and busloads of tourists. :O
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Oct 17, 2011, 8:29 pm
Firewalking at the Sri Mariamman Temple
An hour before midnight on Sunday, I joined the crowds witnessing the Thimithi Firewalking Festival at the Sri Mariamman Temple in South Bridge Road. Thousands of devotees and their supporters and tourists swarmed the brightl... Comment - Like
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Oct 14, 2011, 10:48 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Public
passengers injured in a MRT train
Singapore values public safety and security. It believes in being prepared to face major disaster so as to ensure minimum disruption by any disaster to its community, environment and infrastructure.
Over 4... Comment - Like
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Oct 12, 2011, 4:28 am
Every first Sunday evening of the month, a Changing of Guards Ceremony is held at the entrance of the Istana Building along Orchard Road. The Istana is the official residence and office of the President of Singapore
A platoon of 20 guards from Singapore Armed Forces Military... Comment - Like
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Oct 7, 2011, 10:18 am
PhotoHunt theme : Waiting
Passengers flying out from Singapore Changi Airport or perhaps waiting for a connecting flight will never feel bored in the world's most awarded airport ...... more than 340 awards under her belt. :) There is a wide range of facilities and services to kee... Comment - Like
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Oct 3, 2011, 6:09 am
Singapore Flyer illuminated in pink for BCA
The Singapore Flyer glowed pink for 2 1/2 hours on 1 October 2011. The First Lady of Singapore, Mrs Mary Tan helped illuminate it as part of Estee Lauder Companies' Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. As one of Estee Lauder Com... Comment - Like
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Sep 30, 2011, 1:25 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Covered
Dr ECL
I have no ambition to be a surgeon but it was fun to become one ...... for a day. :D
the surgical equipments used in the OT
I had a crash course on how to use these surgical equipments. The trainer thought v... Comment - Like
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Sep 28, 2011, 9:40 pm
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Every October, Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) will illuminate prominent global ... is an initiative of Estée Lauder Companies, an organisation on a mission ... month of October, every Estée Lauder Companies' (ELC) employee from 150 countries ... Clinique Great Lips, Great Caus... Comment - Like
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Sep 28, 2011, 4:08 am
Estee Lauder Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
On 7 December 2010, I went for my first mammogram at HPB. 2 weeks later, I was advised to go for an advanced breast screening as a suspicious lump was found in my left breast.
On 19 January 2011, I consulted Oncologist... Comment - Like
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Sep 22, 2011, 10:42 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Yellow
Little Emperor strolling in the palace grounds
The colour yellow symbolizes royalty in many cultures especially in South-east Asia. In China, yellow was the symbol for the Emperor, commoners were not allowed to wear yellow then. If they were cau... Comment - Like
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Sep 21, 2011, 1:15 am
I miss Taiwan. It's been a while since I last visited it and I am craving for a slice of authentic Taiwanese street fare. And how fortunate that I have my favourite sifu, Chef
Eric to teach me how to cook Taiwanese street snacks. Hurrah!
The class was held at Mountbatt... Comment - Like
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Sep 15, 2011, 8:38 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Wooden
Wooden houses have become a rare sight in land-scarce Singapore. Singapore’s last remaining residential village on its mainland, Kampong Buangkok, is rich in heritage and history.
This kampong evoke the nostalgia and fond memories of yours truly who have... Comment - Like
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Sep 14, 2011, 12:13 am
Offerings to the Moon Fairy
Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese festival in Singapore. Many families have a reunion dinner together to
celebrate the festival. It is a time where almost everyone eats mooncakes on that day too. :)
The moon on this day... Comment - Like
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Sep 14, 2011, 12:03 am
"拜月亮"的祭品
农历八月十五日是中秋节, 我国的传统节日之一。时间过的真快啊，转眼间又到了一年一度的中秋佳节了。
灯笼
小时候很期待中秋节，因为有美味的月饼吃, 还可以提... Comment - Like
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Sep 10, 2011, 11:25 pm
Shopping for mooncakes at a mall
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!
The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the important holidays in our Chinese calendar. Traditionally on this day, family members and friends will gather to admire the bright mid-autumn moon and eating mo... Comment - Like
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Sep 10, 2011, 7:55 am
Presenter Melissa Hyak with invited guests
I was surprised when the producer of Talking Point invited me to participate on an episode of Channel NewsAsia’s long-running studio discussion series.
Talking Point is a weekly half-hour programme which airs on Sunda... Comment - Like
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Sep 9, 2011, 4:45 am
PhotoHunt theme : Greasy
Prawns in a greasy Yellow Curry Sauce
My doctor told me to avoid sweet, salty or greasy food.... if I want to slim down and for health reasons. I was a disobedient patient .... for a weekend. :P
Non-greasy Crisy Fish Skin and ... Comment - Like
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Sep 7, 2011, 11:08 am
Amazing Japanese Couple - Senmaru and Yuki
Senmaru and Yuki from Japan stood out from the list of performers now performing at Sentosa Buskers Festival 2011.
Spinning teacups on an umbrella or juggling a teapot on a mouth stick seem so easy to this couple. Feats like this are a rare sig... Comment - Like
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Sep 3, 2011, 11:16 am
PhotoHunt theme : Wrong
Valentino's Jazz Puppets
Sentosa Buskers Festival returns with 13 fascinating street performances from 8 countries this year! On its first day, I was invited to interview several of the performers.
From 3rd to 11 September, guests can catch the performances at 4 l... Comment - Like
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Aug 31, 2011, 4:48 am
DBS Bank recently launched the first regional Facebook Places and Check-in Deals campaign in Asia (Singapore; Hong Kong; Mumbai, Jakarta; Taipei). Facebook users can check-in to Facebook Places to enjoy special deals at selected partners.
The campaign is open to anyone who owns a supported mo... Comment - Like
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Aug 29, 2011, 9:29 am
From 16 August to 25 September 2011, visitors to Singapore can see the World’s Largest Macaron Race Car on display at the lobby of Royal Plaza on Scotts.
It took the hotel's Executive Chef Abraham Tan, a team of five chefs and two engineering technicians more than two months to cons... Comment - Like
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Aug 27, 2011, 8:00 pm
Dr Tony Tan and family
Hubby and I were at Toa Payoh stadium to wait for the results of our Presidential Election 2011. When it was announced there would be a recount, we knew who would be the winner.
Up close with Dr Tan at Toa Payoh stadium
Around 3 am, before leaving Toa Payoh stadi... Comment - Like
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Aug 25, 2011, 11:45 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Symbolic
Every year I look forward to Thaipusam, a highly symbolic Hindu festival celebrated by Singapore’s Tamil community.
Hindu devotees seeking blessings, fulfilling vows and offering thanks start their annual procession in the early hours of the morning with... Comment - Like
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Aug 25, 2011, 2:32 am
Residents from Mountbatten constituency had a dialogue session with Member of Parliament (MP) Lim Biow Chuan at Mountbatten Community Centre on 24 August.
Residents brought up the housing woes they faced. One expressed concern on the two blocks of flats in Toa Payoh which had been conve... Comment - Like
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Aug 21, 2011, 12:55 am
Rendang chicken with mini French loaves and pratas for breakfast
I woke up early on Sunday morning to cook my pots of curries to share with my foreign friends. Hubby was out buying French loaf. After 4 bakeries where he reported French loaves were flying off the shelves, we managed to g... Comment - Like
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Aug 19, 2011, 5:28 am
PhotoHunt theme : Drink
Milo Dinosaur!!
My mother used to make a cup of hot Milo for my breakfast when I was a young child. To a poor family, it was affordable and a good nutrient supplement for growing kids. Each child was only allowed a cup a day.
My brothers and I love this awesome ... Comment - Like
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Aug 16, 2011, 8:20 pm
Outside the popular Goddess of Mercy temple in Waterloo Street, we noticed numerous stalls offering fortune telling. This particular one attracted me. A large crowd had gathered around the makeshift stall.
The fortune teller was using an abacus to 'calculate' the events of his clients' l... Comment - Like
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Aug 15, 2011, 2:48 am
The Chinese Ghost Month commenced two weeks ago, we Chinese believed that the spirits of the dead would be released so they can visit earth during this time.
We burn incense, offer lavish food and paper Mache’ replicas of things such as clothing and gold ingots to the spirit of our dea... Comment - Like
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Aug 12, 2011, 2:38 am
PhotoHunt theme : One
My yummy, spicy Curry Laksa
I ♥ Curries!
National Cook Curry Day - Cook A Pot of CurryLocation : Everywhere in SingaporeDate : 21st August 2011Time : 13:00 - 23:30
We just celebrated our National Day but I was frustrated by the story of a local Indian family who ha... Comment - Like
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Aug 8, 2011, 3:08 am
Chef Pung Lu Tin pan-frying turkey breast
I was pleasantly surprised to hear that I won a food hamper (worth S$60) and a pair of complimentary tickets to a cooking class after having an ala carte buffet lunch at Seafood International Market and Restaurant. I attended the cooking class with my ... Comment - Like
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Aug 5, 2011, 12:48 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Painted
I once tried learning Cantonese opera singing, just so I could wear the elaborate costumes and pretty hair accessories. :P
For the first few lessons, I have to learn to gracefully twirl fans and 10-foot silk sleeves. *fun*
I have to learn floor exercise... Comment - Like
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Aug 3, 2011, 5:35 am
How did he get in the balloon?
Playing with fire! :D
Juggling knives over a live person. Please do not try this at home!
The poor boy had no idea what he was volunteering for. lol
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Jul 31, 2011, 8:28 pm
Happy 46th Birthday, Singapore!
Last Saturday, I attended a National Day Carnival organised by Amber Neighbourhood Community at The Esta with my family and an overseas visitor. Our National Day is just days away, the neighbourhood is already in celebratory mood with our Singapore flags display... Comment - Like
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Jul 28, 2011, 8:35 pm
PhotoHunt theme : Together
I was window shopping with a friend when we notice this queue. Curious, I went forward to see what they were queuing for.
The King of fruits - Durians!!
And they were sold cheaply..... 3 durians for S$10. We didn't buy any as we don't want to smell... Comment - Like
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Jul 27, 2011, 2:37 am
Attending cooking courses at People's Association community centres recently have earned me several friends with similar interests. Helen, a faithful and loyal supporter of PA courses helped to get me a place in Chef Alvin Teng's Healthy Cooking with Soybean class held at Straits Cafe @ Rendez... Comment - Like
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Jul 24, 2011, 5:03 am
MP Lim Biow Chuan flagging off the One Community Walk in Mountbatten constituency
I woke up very early to participate in One Community Walk, which is an annual nation-wide mass walking event engaging tens of thousands of residents, young and old, from all the constituencies in Singapore. Hun... Comment - Like
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Jul 23, 2011, 12:29 pm
Mr Lee Kuan Yew's eye image with his autograph, starting bid at S$150 000
He saw a nation waiting to be born.
He saw not a tiny country, but a giant vision for it.
He saw a way to turn that vision into reality.
In his eyes, there's yet more to come.
Eyes That Tell Stories
Singapore... Comment - Like
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Jul 22, 2011, 12:32 am
PhotoHunt theme : Patch
Christopher wearing an eye patch and resting after his cataract surgery.
Hubby Christopher had a cataract surgery done at Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC).
For a few months he was seeing triple images. He saw 3 ECLs whenever I appear before him! No wonder he was so... Comment - Like
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Jul 20, 2011, 6:42 am
Modern day Ice ball S$2.50
When I was five and studying in a kindergarten, my pocket money was 10 cents. Across the street from the kindergarten was a lady selling ice balls (sng wang) and ice kachang at her stall. An ice ball cost 5 cents, half of my pocket money. :(
Uncle drizzling colourful... Comment - Like
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Jul 15, 2011, 12:13 am
Photo Hunt theme : Backwards
Exercise to slow the aging process
When a woman reaches a certain age, the signs of aging will inevitably start to show. How does one stop the effects of aging and improve the whole self – mind, body and spirit? Try keeping ourselves healthy and slow the aging p... Comment - Like
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Jul 10, 2011, 9:03 pm
Trainer Edwin Phua showing beginners how to score
Mahjong is predominantly regarded as a gambling activity or a game associated with old retirees with too much time on their hands. It was banned from being played in public places in Singapore. Imagine my excitement when I saw this mahjong pr... Comment - Like
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Jul 8, 2011, 7:28 am
Photo Hunt theme : Near
QYKPW72XFRRU
I was on a bus rushing to meet an overseas friend when I saw this banner outside Orchard Road Presbyterian Church. I absolutely have to go near to take a shot. :P
God has a Facebook! Cool, huh!?
If God has a Facebook, woul... Comment - Like
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Jul 4, 2011, 1:46 am
(From L-R): Darius Cheng, Boo Junfeng, Dr. Teo Yik Ying, TOUCH Cyber Wellness (Chong Ee Jay, Anthony Yeong)
Five outstanding individuals and team were presented the Singapore Youth Award (SYA) 2011 by Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security ... Comment - Like
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Jul 1, 2011, 12:33 am
PhotoHunt theme : Busy
Gourmet Cooking with Chef Eric Low
It's been quite some time since I attended a course at the local community centres due to my busy schedule. I receive frequent emails and texted messages from the administrators about courses but with the newly launched mobile portal... Comment - Like
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Jun 26, 2011, 7:06 pm
On this humid Sunday afternoon, I attended a dialogue session on transport issues chaired by my Member of Parliament (MP) for Mountbatten Lim Biow Chuan.
One grateful resident Mdm Ling came personally to thank MP Lim for acting on the complaints and concerns raised by residents during ... Comment - Like
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Jun 25, 2011, 6:40 am
Photo Hunt theme : Cards
Our annual Great Singapore Sale returns from 27 May to 24 July 2011. :D
For the past 5 weeks, I have been entertaining overseas friends who specially flew here on shopping sprees. With up to 70% discount on just about everything, everywhere ........, from th... Comment - Like
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