Expat Wife, Local Life
As the days grow longer and the temperature rises, the anticipation of summer fun fills the air. It’s that time of year when school’s out, and the possibilities for adventure and excitement are endless. But as a parent or caregiver, you know that without a plan, those long summer days can quickly dissolve into hours… Continue reading
It’s that time of the year again where families gather, dragon dances fill the streets and everyone starts debating who has the best pineapple tarts. It’s Chinese New Year in Singapore! And if there’s one thing Singaporeans know how to do, it’s how to celebrate the new year in style. Festive Food Like most things… Continue reading
Yes! I’m behind! I haven’t even started my Christmas shopping which is a big problem when you’re an expat. That means that I don’t have time to send all the cute Singapore-themed gifts that so many others send. Whether you are a last-minute expat like me or whether you are just last-minute, here’s my gift… Continue reading
How do you celebrate Halloween without pumpkins? Or easy access to “fun size” candy? What about when there is only one store that stocks the “off the shelf” Halloween costumes? Can you still “trick or treat” when it’s not a holiday widely recognized by the local community? I never thought about these things until I… Continue reading
We’ve hit the rainy season here in Singapore and with that my outdoor explorations have been curtailed a bit. The good news is that there are plenty of indoor activities in Singapore to escape either the heat or in this case, the rain. When I need a place to escape, I love going to the museums here. They are rarely crowded, always air-conditioned and give you insights into the many facets of Singapore’s history.