Who am I...?

I'm a web editor from Singapore living in Tokyo. I'm building websites for a living as a writer on the go. I worked in print media for six years until I moved countries and used the Internet as a way to have a viable, mobile career. The Internet is a fascinating space and I never thought I would ever morph into a web chick - but here I am.

This blog is about...

...The ups and downs of expat life, trailing partner issues, food, travel, and Japanese culture. It's a way to keep in touch with friends back home and all over the world, plus it's a corner for me to showcase my work. But really, I'm just a restless spirit looking for great adventures and fabulous food.

I did it

I started a Singaporean Expat group on Meetup.com. So far there are 11 people in the list, so I thought, hey, why don’t I create an event? I’ve been waiting for someone to suggest an outing or dinner but for these six months, no one has.

If there’s anything I am learning in the land of the rising sun, it’s to take the initiative. I spent a bit of time feeling sorry for myself and thinking I have a paltry number of friends, if I can call them that, in this cold, cold city. So I’m going out to find myself new friends. I have joined a few groups already but I think it’s always better to continue socializing and not close your circle.

On 6 April, I hope at least a few peeps will come and have dinner at Singaporean restaurant, Hainan Jeefan Shokudo 2, in Ebisu, where they serve yummy chicken rice and other hawker faves on classy plates.

If all else fails, I’ll just drag a friend or two to give moral support.

Wish me luck!

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5 Responses to “I did it”

  1. Jessica Val Says:

    LUCK! :)

    sometimes all people need is for someone to make that first move…

  2. Big Roar Says:

    thanks babe!

    that’s what i thought, too. i guess since i’m not a super newbie, i could start the ball rolling.

  3. Jessica Val Says:

    i just realised that hainan jeefan is chicken rice! hahahaha! jeefan!!

  4. Big Roar Says:

    haha yeah it took me awhile to figure out he bloody spelling too. it’s run by a french dude. :p maybe that could explain a few things.

    anyway, i think the chicken rice here is really delicious. the only thing strange is the chicken is not at room temperature but it’s chilled, but good nonetheless.

  5. Jessica Val Says:

    oooh… babe we gotta go for drunken chicken at din tai fung when you come back to singers! it’s served chilled too… and it’s superb!

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