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Keri Matwick
Nov 17, 20241 min read
Celebrations and Connections through Running
"Running is more than a sport—it’s a celebration of life, movement, and friendship." Keri Matwick reviews many runners' celebrations ...
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Suellen Lee
Nov 16, 20244 min read
Group Spotlight: AWA Bridge Club
What is bridge? Is it social? Indeed, the AWA bridge club - is the place to play "the friendliest game in town!"
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Andrea Lee
Nov 14, 20246 min read
The Mushroom Report
Inspired by her children's love for mushroom hunting, Andrea shares ways we can nurture our capacity for awe and wonder in our busy lives.
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Lena Sharp
Nov 13, 20244 min read
Joy to the world! The glittering story of Christmas lights
A journey through the history of Christmas lights around the world, from Germany to the LED-lit shopping streets of London and Singapore.
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Andrea McKenna Brankin
Nov 13, 20243 min read
Connecting with the Holidays is Hard Sometimes
Adjusting expectations and seeking support can make depression during the holidays feel easier ...
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Anna Yao Liang
Nov 13, 20243 min read
Battle Hymn of a Cub Mom
Forget social media cliches, Anna Liang shares the reality of being the mother of a toddler, which is rather like living on Animal Planet.
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Mandakini Arora
Nov 13, 20242 min read
AWA Book Review: The Light Between Us by Elaine Chiew (2024)
A work of historical fiction and time travel, Elaine Chew's The Light Between Us is an unusually sweet story of love across time in S'pore.
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Stephanie Kolentsis
Nov 11, 20244 min read
Connecting Through Culture: Celebrating Art, Literature, Film, and More in Singapore
Check out Stephanie Kolentsis' list of exciting events in Singapore for November and December 2024!
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Mandakini Arora
Sep 14, 20242 min read
AWA Book Review: Burma Sahib by Paul Theroux (2023)
Review of Paul Theroux's fictionalized novel inspired by the life George Orwell when he served in the police force in British-ruled Burma.
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AWA Editor
Sep 13, 20246 min read
Robin's Joyful Pursuits
Interview with Robin Gardner about what inspired her to start Joyful Pursuits, a new group that aims to foster personal wellness journeys ..
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Dulce Zamora
Sep 9, 20244 min read
Unpacking the Imposter Syndrome
Feeling intimidated or inadequate? You are not alone. Even successful people feel that way. Imposter Syndrome is a common phenomenon.
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Lena Sharp
Sep 5, 20246 min read
The English East India Company: Voyages that transformed the tastes of Great Britain
From pepper sprinklers, cotton sundresses to the quintessential cup of tea, Lena examines enduring influences of the East on British culture
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Andrea McKenna Brankin
Sep 5, 20243 min read
People With Mental Illness Are Like Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye
Those of us living with mental illness have the ability to shift from human to super robot in order to keep going and thrive in life ...
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Stephanie Kolentsis
Sep 5, 20244 min read
Joo Chiat's Hidden Gems
Stephanie Kolentsis is a Singapore East Coast resident who shares about her favourite spots to visit in the Joo Chiat neighbourhood
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Keri Matwick
Sep 4, 20242 min read
More than Just a Run: Uncovering the Hidden Strength Within
AWA running group helps members push their running to the next level - check out an exciting lineup of races in the coming months!
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Sara Kelly
Sep 4, 20242 min read
Little Little
‘Little Little’ is a children’s poem by Sara Kelly and comes from her published poetry collection, "4 a.m. Raspberry Party."Â
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Andrea McKenna Brankin
Apr 12, 20243 min read
Crouching Tiger Mom, Hidden Dragon Baby
Andrea Mckenna Brankin reflects on her motherhood journey in being able to share her passion for rugby with her daughter, her "Dragon Baby."
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Stephanie Kolentsis
Apr 7, 20243 min read
What's On This Spring
Stephanie Kolentsis cherry picks the best arts & culture events in Singapore this spring 2024.
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Suellen Lee
Apr 7, 20244 min read
Rediscovering Mother Earth in Jeju Island
Suellen Lee rediscovers the meaning of Mother Earth/Mother Nature on her recent vacation to Jeju Island.
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Mandakini Arora
Apr 5, 20242 min read
AWA Book Review: Concerning My Daughter
Mandakini reviews the Korean novel, Concerning My Daughter, that explores themes of parental expectations, societal pressure, and love.
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