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Monterrey Aquarium

Posted on September 9, 2017 by

A few weeks ago, we went to the Monterrey Aquarium. It’s quite large (we didn’t see everything and we were there for several hours) and I highly recommend it as a family destination. We elected not to get a membership … Continue reading →

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Reality has begun to set in

Posted on August 22, 2017 by

When I first started this blog, it was with the intention of keeping those back home know what our new life in Singapore was like. It was, in effect, a way of keeping hold of Boston while exploring Singapore. I … Continue reading →

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Tattoo

Posted on April 6, 2017 by

I’ve wanted a tattoo since I was 18, but I wanted one that had meaning for me. In the spirit of dyeing my hair the way I had always wanted to, but been too frightened to do, I finally made … Continue reading →

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A lusty podcast

Posted on December 9, 2016 by

I promise we’ll get back to Singapore content very soon. I’ve been exploring all the amazing Christmas displays this year and can’t wait to share the pictures. Once my laptop’s SD card starts to work. In the meantime, my first … Continue reading →

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Happy Release Day, Coming Together Under the Mistletoe!

Posted on December 2, 2016 by

My erotica for charity anthology, Under the Mistletoe, is now on sale. This was my first time in the editor’s chair, and I’m so proud of the results. I’ve organized the anthology to take the reader on a journey from … Continue reading →

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Changing your address in Singapore

Posted on August 24, 2016 by

One of the first things I did when we lined up our move was to change our address with Singpost.   I’ve had to go down and follow up with Singpost twice.  The mail isn’t getting forwarded. Which sucks on … Continue reading →

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Superstitions–the number 13

Posted on August 20, 2016 by

Something struck me when I was riding the elevator in my new building—there is a 13th floor. In the US, there is a superstition about the number 13. I actually had to google “why,” as I just knew it as … Continue reading →

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