I have signed up for the Standard Chartered Marathon 2009.Before you get too excited… no, I did not sign up for the full marathon. Not even the half. I signed up for 10km.If you are a seasoned marathon runner, you probably are thinking…...
Topics: Bits & Pieces, Life Lessons, Quick Updates

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Did a press conference last week to release the survey findings of the ADAMS (Association of Dating Agencies and Matchmakers Singapore). One of the interesting findings was that quite a number of locals think that by having more foreigners in Singapore...
Topics: Bits & Pieces, Videos

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I often get asked, “Do pick up lines work?” From the last I checked, no girls will appreciate you telling her that her father is a thief and stealing the stars and putting them into her eyes. Cheesy pick-up lines in general do not work.And if your...
Topics: Ask Violet!, dating, Dating Advice for Guys, dating tips

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Hi Violet,I came across your blog as I am desperately looking for an answer.  So here’s my story.  My boyfriend and I met at work.  He has recently returned to Singapore while I am staying behind in Hong Kong.  We have been having a long...
Topics: Ask Violet!, dating tips, long distance relationship, relationship advice, Relationship Insights

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Everybody around you is talking about the recession. You heard through the grapevine that your company is planning to do another retrench exercise. It’s time to tighten up on your spending. As you know, dating is about impressing.So how do you cut down.
Topics: Ask Violet!, dating, Dating Advice for Guys, dating tips, dating tips for guys

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