Friday 17th finds

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This girl's got SASS. I'm surprised yellow sweaters are not a sell-out yet.

 "The best TED talks aren’t just about the best ideas, they’re about the best stories." True that.

Hilarious, have you seen the movie, Beauty & the Beast?

Traditional Rwandan hairstyle - Amazing hair sculptures!

I am not a gadget person when it comes to my kids but Moonlite, a bedtime story project, is pretty dope.

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A stunning hotel in Madrid.

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Oh Lordy, Lordy, all these cheesecakes! I will have one of each.

Friday 3th finds

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Growing up, I never wanted kids. I wasn't interested in kids. I never carried a newborn till I had my firstborn - and trust me, KW did most of the carrying then. But these days, I would rather be with my boys than anyone else.

Ooo, what would you do differently at your wedding?

Must visit //

Artsy Holland Village here in Singapore

Fishin' around with Frank Gehry’s Swimming Koi Lamps

LOVE THIS SPACE - bright and cheery

Friday 24th finds

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NASA's discovery of 7 Earth-like planets beyond our solar system. This is really exciting stuff... Can you imagine being on one of these planets and watch the rest orbit by? I can only imagine the look on Russell and Lucas' cherub faces: Mind-blown!

Majoy love for this FB page and for ripping apart so-called influencers xoxo

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Corn on its own is yummy but grilled corn is wow-za!

This toffee cake is after my heart.

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The distinctive Starbucks in Fukuoka on our trip in April. Anything else worth checking out in Fukuoka?

Love this blog - The Shared Plate - where everything is not just communal, but to be shared.

Friday 9th finds

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Why Are Little Kids in Japan So Independent? Love this article about Japanese toddlers and the society at large.

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Breads are one of those things  can't imagine myself making, but this challah sure looks inviting

Two weekends of home entertaining have been itching to make more dishes like this delicious-looking Thai cashew rice salad

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A modern-day Japanese recycle shop, treasure trove of consignments

Friday 18th finds

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Thoroughly reminded me of what's important during busy, frustrating days... 

"When you’re tired, go slowly. Go quietly. Go timidly. But do not stop. You are tired for all the right reasons. You are tired because you’re supposed to be. You’re tired because you’re making a change."

"It usually comes down to communication, acceptance, respect and realistic expectations."

Friday 7th finds

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A shameless bit of self-promotion but I promise it won't take up more than 5 mins

Dance Moms' Maddie and Mackenzie grown up and getting fashion-y

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Geometric Tapestry... love crochet wall hangings

Let's be honest, I will probably never try mooncakes but these looking positively alluring

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Cruffins?! Give me some now...

It's SG50 weekend, yo! A trip to the Gardens By The Bay or aquarium beckons.  

Friday 17th finds

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A sombre reminder

Have you read about the Street Barber? Sad yet heart-warming at the same time.

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This Oven Fried Chicken recipe is a keeper and I am making it again tomorrow when KW's friends come over tomorrow

The chocolate chip cookie to rule them all? 

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Deer Nara!

Friday 29th finds

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No advice is better than poor advice

"He grew up in the town of Versailles and played in the chateau gardens as a child which was probably the best floral education in the world." And that my friends, is how florists are bred.

Rise and shine to the scent of .... money?

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I have never tried gluten-free and vegan ice cream but it tastes as good as it looks, I am on board.

Gimme some fancy smancy breakfast sammie

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I do love the idea of a dining table in the kitchen but let's be honest - does any cooking or washing up take place in THAT kitchen?

Friday 15th finds

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 "Be a person you’d want to be married to" - so true

So true, especially when I think about the absurd guest list at my wedding.

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Exxx-cusse me... Churros cake?

Provolone and lemon sounds like an unlikely but workable duo.

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Planning a sabbatical in Paris? This might just get you started.

I came to know of El Celler de Can Roca from Masterchef Professionals. The restaurant was founded by the Roca brothers – the eldest Joan Roca the head chef, Josep Roca the sommelier, and youngest brother Jordi Roca the dessert chef. Their chemistry is amazing and their mother's little diner is just down the road. So cute.

Friday 1st finds

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The Real Thing

A father's amazing reply to the school principal

Minted.com for their pretty Foil Wall Art

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Oh my loorrrr-d! These sticky buns!

I would make this Bloomin' Onion Bread for a party and proceed to demolish it myself

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The tarts at Boris Lume, Paris x

Friday 3rd finds

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Food waste begone! Why This Fancy NYC Restaurant Is Cooking Only With Food Scraps

Wow, I probably won't leave my kids with a total stranger but I totally appreciate this great idea.

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I love coffee desserts and all these ideas literally get my heart racing.

La la lemon-y lava cakes *pucker up*

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Oh my cuteness! Teeny tiny macaron bracelets!

Love NYC. Love neon signs. Love their curated ware.

Unagi pie? Just for the heck of it...

Friday 27th finds

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As a result of Monday's momentous event, there are naturally many things worth reading and catching up on. 

"Had Singapore chosen the road of its critics, it might well have collapsed among its ethnic groups, as the example of Syria teaches today." Henry A. Kissinger's eulogy to Lee Kuan Yew

"Freedom is knowing our children can go to school without fear of drugs, or being mowed down by some insane person with a gun. Freedom is knowing that we are not bound by our class, our race, our religion, and we can excel for the individuals that we are - the freedom to accomplish." Calvin Cheng rebuts critics on Singapore trading freedom for economic success.

I love reading about him as an elder brother. By Monica Lee, Mr Lee Kuan Yew's only sister and Lee Suan Yew, Mr Lee Kuan Yew's youngest brother.

A reporter’s notes on Mr Lee by Bertha Henson.

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Anything with a bright and beautiful yellow egg gets my vote and this Georgian cheese bread floats my boat. 

Luscious creamy pasta.

Must visit //

The amazing Bezar office!

Spent 6 months in Copenhagen and I fell in love with the city. Looks like there is more reason to love the former Viking fishing village.

Friday 20th finds

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I Wasn’t Treating My Husband Fairly, And It Wasn’t Nice. I see a lot of myself in the writer and god knows the people closet to us need a break (from us) from time to time.

And experts say 55% of communication is visual eg., body language, eye contact, so let's work on our body language.

I am obsessed with Myers Briggs and colleague just forwarded me this little bit of fun. I am an INTJ mum - oh my gawd, so true!

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Lamb meatballs with Ottolenghi’s hummus? Yeah, why not.

I am usually not into mussels (more of a clams person) but this dish looks positively inviting.

Really, a kopi-o lip balm? Swoon... And they have a rose bandung flavour too.

Must visit //

I would love to go on these design trails, which are part of the Singapore Design Week. But alas, I have moral obligations this weekend that must be fulfilled. Register here.

Commissary, a beautiful greenhouse/restaurant in LA by Roy Choi. 

Friday 13th finds

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Female Company President apologies to all the mothers she has worked with. Very good article. I refuse to believe women bosses are hellish to work for but this article poses a good self-check if you are a female boss.

Parenting Advice: Don’t Kill Them. Yes, there are moments when I fantasise about being *cough* kids-less.

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Cookie Butter Cheesecake. I have ordered cookie butter from Trader Joe's and my in-laws will be brining them back from the States soon. Woot~

Still thinking about my salad from Baker & Cook. This salad looks simple enough. The real questions is, will canned beets taste as good as fresh beets (which are so difficult to find)? Can anyone enlighten? 

Must visit //

The Working Capital - a new co-working space with pop-up rooms and a cafe.

Just by being in Paris, I am sure this J Crew outlet is alot cooler than the rest.

Friday 27th finds

I first noticed anemones while watching E! Fashion Police (I wish could say I make better TV choices but I can't) and I couldn't help but notice the ironic beauty of these flowers. Don't they look like a bunch of eyeballs staring deep into your soul?

Beautiful yet creepy.