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Celebrating the Fourth of July in Singapore
The tradition of celebrating the Fourth of July in Singapore.
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Jun 19, 20243 min read
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Singapore for Picky Eaters
Have some picky eaters visiting Singapore?No worries. There are plenty of optrions for them!
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Jun 11, 20243 min read
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Summer Travel Tips
Here we are... kids at the big American schools have wrapped their year (while the kids at the British schools still have a couple of...
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May 30, 20246 min read
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The Origins of Memorial Day
Memorial Day conjures up images of burgers and beer and hanging out with family and friends. For some, it's the unofficial start of summer
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May 23, 20243 min read
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The Gift of Goodbye
What do you get friends who leave Singapore?
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May 15, 20243 min read
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Tackling Singapore's Heat
Ideas for tackling Singapore's extreme heat.
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May 10, 20243 min read
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Why Americans Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Why is Cinco de Mayo bigger in the States than South of the Border?
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May 3, 20243 min read
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How Americans Can Vote Overseas
Americans living overseas can vote wherever they are. Find out how.
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Apr 17, 20245 min read
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Celebrating Songkran: Thailand's Water Festival
My husband and I first went to Thailand on our honeymoon, long before we ever thought of living in Asia. It was April and I distinctly...
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Apr 11, 20243 min read
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The American Version of Sakura
I admit: I was more than a bit jealous when I saw my friends posting photos of their visit to sakura in Japan. There's not much more...
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Apr 5, 20243 min read
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What do Eggs Have to Do With Easter?
I absolutely love Easter egg hunts. There's something so very magical about the wide-eyed faces of little kids as they hunt for their...
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Mar 27, 20243 min read
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Repatriating: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Moving home should be easy, right? You came from there. You know the customs. You know the people. Heck, you may even be moving into your...
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Mar 19, 202412 min read
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Understanding Ramadan and Hari Raya
For me, one of the coolest things about living in Singapore is that the country celebrates holidays from so many religions and cultures....
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Mar 14, 20245 min read
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Go Singapore!
I'm a big fan of Singapore. I've lived here twelve years. It's our home of choice. I obviously love it here, but this week, I'm loving it...
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Mar 8, 20242 min read
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Women Rule!
March is Women's History Month and, this year, we celebrate not only the history women have made, but the historical happenings that...
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Feb 28, 20244 min read
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The Battle of the Concert Bots
I'm the worst mom. I didn't get my teenage daughter Taylor Swift tickets. Gasp! I know, right? And oh, believe me, I tried. I spent hours...
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Feb 22, 20244 min read
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Academy Awards: Fun Facts
My grandmother was a true lady, always perfectly dressed, often sporting pearls on an average Tuesday afternoon at the Piggly Wiggly. So...
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Feb 10, 20243 min read
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President's Day: Fun Facts about US Presidents
As we are heading into the Chinese New Year celebrations here in Singapore, back home in the US, friends and family are getting ready for...
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Feb 5, 20243 min read
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Super Bowl: Singapore Style
Just as the word "Christmas" conjures up certain images of brightly decorated trees and Santa, the phrase "Super Bowl" will set any...
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Jan 31, 20244 min read
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Generosity
Our 88th George Washington Ball was last night. What an amazing time we had! The entertainment! The music! The dancing! It was all truly...
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Jan 28, 20243 min read
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