My BFF, Deb, is also a blogger. She did a cute post in the past few days that I am totally stealing.
So, this is me stealing her "Big Purge" post. Warning, it's random, and quite possibly weird.
- We moved to the 'heartland' of Singapore, meaning we are out in the center of the city, rather in the downtown area where we were. So far, I LOVE it. The people seem a little shocked to see larry and I out here, but they are lovely and kind. We've met our neighbors. To the left, they are expats from France, and to the right, they are Chinese. My friend Catherine, from Scotland lives in this complex as well. It seems to be an interesting mix, and strolling around at night, looking into the windows, is quite fascinating.
- I have driven TWICE!! I have been thinking about it for a while, and gave Larry fair notice (he went pale at the idea, hoped I was kidding, but is now supportive). It's going well so far, and I am just taking baby steps at this point. I'd love to get my singapore driver license, so we'll see how it goes. Driving on the right side of the car is WEIRD. **Update: by mutual agreement, I have ended my driving career in Singapore.
- Things are waaaaaay cheaper out here. Cool whip at the tony expat grocery store in our old neighborhood is 8.00 for a small tub. It is 3.50 at my new grocery store. Oh, and weird random find alert! I was cruising through the grocery store (it's kinda like a meijers or wal-mart, it has everything), in a big hurry one day, and a display of t-shirts caught my eye. I looked more closely, and they were J.Jill t-shirts. Ok...J.Jill is my FAVORITE catalog/website to buy clothes from. Everything is soft, cottony, squishy goodness. And EXPENSIVE. I stopped in my tracks, swung my cart around and took a look. They were the real thing, with a thin line drawn through the name. I pawed through, and they had MY SIZE. I kinda lost my mind, and bought ALL of the ones in my size. Then went back the next day and bought some for Deb, and a few more for me. Oh, and did I mention they were THREE DOLLARS AND NINETY CENTS????? Yeah, now you understand the losing of the mind stuff that was happening. I kinda wonder if they 'fell off a truck'....just seems so weird to have a big shipment of their shirts. I will keep my eyes peeled for more, that's for darn tootin.
- Staying in touch with people from home just got easier....I finally joined skype. Though it seems like the day to day stuff of keeping in touch with people has waned, I am still able to get a good catch up with people on skype. If you are a member and would like to chat, let me know. I do love hearing from home...so if you get a chance, shoot me an email or note...I do miss you all so much.
- We are 95% sure Ryan and Annabella are coming here for Christmas. We will know more soon. If it does happen, it will be a full out, jazz hands Christmas in the tropics EXTRAVAGANZA.
- there are 376 steps in my new house.
- Frank is now a hired killer. He has single pawedly knocked back the gecko population in our home to insignificant numbers. It's often bloody, loud and things get broken, but his parents couldn't be prouder.
- Larry and I go to a wellness practice here, run by an Australian woman. If any of you watch Private Practice in the states, it's like that, but without all the drama and sex. I'm assuming, that is....I may be wrong. Anyway, I LOVE it. Every aspect is addressed, and I feel like we are in really good hands for our medical stuff.
- I have mastered beef or chicken lo mein. I bumped up the health factor with a ton more veggies, less sodium, less fat, ect. And the best part...I can get fresh hoikkein noodles at my local grocery. Sometimes living in Asia rocks.
- My best friend Deb is starting a big thing in her life soon, and you should check back here from time to time....I'll keep you updated, and will be asking for your help. I knew I started a blog for a reason!
- My hair business is booooooming! woohoo! need a Do? Contact me!
- If you are on facebook (facecrack) and we aren't friends yet, look me up. Hi, my name is Pam, and I'm a facebookaholic.
xoxoxoxoxo
Pam
6 comments:
Hi Pam,
The new daisy background looks fabulous! Do you think Frank's picture is at the gecko post office?
Love,
Mary
I think it might be. He took off a tail of one the other day, just to send a message...he's kinda like big pussy bompansauro.
great post Pam ..... love your writing style!
....and you have succumbed to Skype!!!
Good on you. :-)
I am Leone.Fabre on Skype and you know of course you can use it to send instant messages. Thats how Lesley and I keep in touch nearly daily.
HI Pam,
SO Glad you are blogging again.. I was getting seriously worried ( & bored) with no blogs!
Glad things are good in your new place & that Cool Whip would be cheaper ( TOTALLY WORTH the entire move in my eyes)
Did you know my Aunt Kris ( French) is a manager at J Jill? You 2 need to talk !! :>0
Take care please.. keep writing
Janet
PS: Deb & Jen think THEY are gonna win the Crack Off at the Glen.. are you kidding me?
Hi Pam,
The new layout on the blog is great.. I'm happy the hair business is going well. Kudos to you on the driving, you have more nerve than I would. Your new home sounds nice. Love your writings. Hope you write real soon.
P.S. Janet, by the way Kris is you sister-inlaw not your Aunt....
Jen
luv reading your blog-makes me smile! :) have to know...WHERE did you go to find the J.Jill tshirts???? do tell.
Post a Comment