day 676 | may 17, 2013 | Gardens by the Bay

My mom and younger brother were in town for the school holidays, and having them is always a good reason to check out places we've never explored before. It was my first time inside the domes of Gardens by The Bay. Roo and Red went with their daddy several months back, where they waited for me in cool air-conditioned comfort as I photographed clients and played with the sun next doors at Marina Barrage.

It should be a beautiful walk around sundown, even if you simply intend to explore around the general (free) areas. I'd be quite keen to do this again at around 4:30ish or so when the sun's a tad gentler. We went at noon, and other than lunch by the SuperTree, we headed straight in for the domes to stay cool. If you're planning on checking out the domes during these hazy days, they might be a good idea for a bit of indoor-but-outdoors-y activity.
My mom and my daughter :)

day 684 | may 13, 2013 | Art Garden 2013

Our third year in a row to explore the Art Garden in the Singapore Art Museum (SAM). I love that the little ones have opportunities like these to learn about art and self-expression. While we may be a tad critical about some of the activities/features, we also recognize how every Singapore child is fortunate. Museums of my childhood were not nearly as fun or interactive.

It's the final week for the Art Garden so do catch it while you still can. The night festival is going on this weekend as well (check it out!), and you can find various activities going on around the SAM Front Lawn, National Museum, Peranakan Museum, and Armenian Street. I've bought some tattoos, tried some nibbles, watched live art installations, as well as listened in on a couple of bands along the walkways. Love the night vibe, and I'm reminded of explorations with a friend in Paris for Nuit Blanche. Haven't brought the kids out for it yet, but I'm hoping we get to do so this weekend! (Let's see if my physical batteries last.)

For now, sharing some of our favorite snaps from an earlier visit in SAM with the brigade, my mommy and my younger brother. :)
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