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Melinda Murphy
- May 3
- 3 min
Why Americans Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Why is Cinco de Mayo bigger in the States than South of the Border?
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Melinda Murphy
- Apr 11
- 3 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Apr 5
- 3 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Mar 27
- 3 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Mar 14
- 5 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Feb 28
- 4 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Feb 22
- 4 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Jan 31
- 4 min
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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Melinda Murphy
- Jan 15
- 3 min
Thaipusam in Singapore
Thaipusam is a vibrant and spiritually-charged event that draws devotees and spectators alike. It's a significant Hindu festival...
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Melinda Murphy
- Jan 11
- 3 min
Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: A Time for Unity and Equality
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (aka MLK Day) is this Monday, January 15 – an opportune moment to reflect on the life and legacy of one of the...
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Melinda Murphy
- Nov 1, 2023
- 3 min
Turkeys and Pies Galore!
Back when I first arrived in Singapore more than ten years ago, a good turkey seemed more challenging to find. Now? There's a plethora of...
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Melinda Murphy
- Oct 18, 2023
- 3 min
Catching a Bit of Fall in Singapore
I've lived here eleven years and the one thing – besides family and friends – that I really miss in Singapore is Fall. I miss unpacking...
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Melinda Murphy
- Oct 1, 2023
- 4 min
Breast Cancer Sucks
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But trust me, I don’t need a special month to make me aware of breast cancer. I’m hyper aware...
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Asif R. Chowdhury
- Aug 31, 2023
- 7 min
Park Gems in the Middle of Singapore
Asif R. Chowdhury For a tiny nation, Singapore has a surprising abundance of nature reserves and parks all around the island. Almost all...
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Melinda Murphy
- Aug 18, 2023
- 2 min
For the birds!
When we first started planning the event at Mandai Bird Paradise, I was googling information about birds. And – no surprise here – bird...
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Melinda Murphy
- Nov 21, 2022
- 4 min
Thanksgiving in Singapore
“How many Thanksgivings do you celebrate?” my Singaporean friend asked. I kind of laughed at the question because, in the US, the answer...
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Melinda Murphy
- Oct 19, 2022
- 2 min
Where to Buy a Thanksgiving Turkey
Looking for a Thanksgiving turkey? We've got you covered whether you want to cook yourself or have it all done for you. Cold Storage Good...
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Tina Datta & Vanessa Moore
- Sep 13, 2022
- 5 min
How Americans Can Vote from Singapore
We know that the right to vote is fundamental to our democracy and our identity as Americans, regardless of political affiliation. It is...
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Melinda Murphy
- May 27, 2022
- 2 min
Is US Independence Celebrated on the Wrong Date?
This year, the American Association of Singapore and Singapore American School are celebrating American Independence Day on July 2. Why?...
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