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Yesterday I took advantage of my child free time off and spent a lazy day exploring Tiong Bahru - one of the oldest housing estates in Singapore.   The area is a mix of the old and new and is full of character.  It is has been undergoing a bit of a renewal over the past few years with cafes, bakeries and small and eclectic boutiques moving in.  A great area to explore and spend some time. I started my morning at Forty Hands and caught up on my news and social media over a piccolo latte and eggs benedict.  I then crossed the road to check out a new little urban grocer pop up ( Crateful) , walked through the various criss cross streets past Flock and One Olive down to Tiong Bahru Market where I eyed off lots of fresh flowers, housewares and the hawker stalls.  Next stop was over to Eng Hoon Street by Tiong Bahru Bakery , Orange Thimble and the gorgeous Bloesom.   I headed back to Yong Siak Street as Books Actually, Woods in the Books a...

One of the best moments of my day is when we read books with the little Miss before bed time.  She seems to have taken after us and loves them.  Most nights we end up reading 5 books before bed (there would be many more if she had her way!). She is at a really cute age as she can now toddle over to her bookshelf, grab the book she wants to read and proceeds to plonk herself down on our laps to enjoy her stories.  She also knows her favourites and every night asks for "Spot" (for her Spot books) or "Scar" (for Hairy McLary from Donaldson's Dairy - she loves the cat in it named Scarface Claw). I have to admit though I am getting a bit tired of reading the same books over and over (I personally have my favourites too) so I am on the lookout for some new ones! The founder of The Grace Tales   recently posted about 20 of her favourite charming children's books .   We only have 4 on the list so I am keen to check out a few of the others. ...

To say I love books is an understatement.   When I have spare time, I usually devour them pretty quickly.  On our recent mini break , things were no different and I started and finished  The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery  during the course of the long weekend.  AM lent it to me after Jo gave it to her as a birthday gift.  Yay for sharing books! Originally written in French (and thankfully translated into English so I could enjoy it!), this book is charming, beautifully written and delightful.  Bittersweet and brilliant, this has got to be one of my most favourite reads ever (big call I know).  I won't give you any plot summaries. You.must.read.it. Source: via Phuong on Pinterest

I have been a fan of hers since the Princess Diaries and now she is starring in the film remake of one of my fave books, One Day  (I definitely recommend the book!).  I am a bit skeptical after seeing the trailer, but perhaps she will prove me wrong? Source: rolypolywear.tumblr.com via Phuong on Pinterest Source: yurmanandbourbon.tumblr.com via Phuong on Pinterest