A NEW YORK-ISH SUNDATE: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN + LOBSTER ROLLS

Last Sunday, I ignored my runny nose and stuffy head to make my way to Marina Bay Sands for brunch and a musical. I hate flu season!! I've barely even recovered and then the bug struck me again.. on a weekend too, how inopportune! :( Armed with medicines, lozenges, and a bottle of water, I was able to sail through my agenda before finally plopping back in bed by 4pm. All's well that ends well. :p But I'm getting way ahead of myself.. Here's what happened - 

Luke and I decided to have brunch at DB Bistro. Instead of stuffing my face with the heavy (but worth it) set brunch, I opted to try the Lobster Roll because I've been craving for it since trying Luke's Lobster in New York. The lobster was good but it was a bit too much in terms of flavors. For me, the pepper on top was overpowering. I much prefer the purity of Luke's Lobster. On the upside, I enjoyed the avocado and the brioche was pretty good. 

Isn't my boyfriend adorbs!?!? Heheheheheeh 

We went to watch Singin' In The Rain, the stage adaption of the 1952 movie-musical of the same name. It tells the story of famous Hollywood tandem, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont, and their studio and production team during the movie industry's transition from silent films to "talkies". The story was quite funny and rather entertaining. Direct from London's West End, you wouldn't expect anything less from the performers. Bethany Dickson (Kathy)'s old hollywood beauty was as captivating as her singing voice. Whereas, Steven van Wyk (Cosmo) and Taryn Lee Hudson (Lina) pretty much led the humour department. Having been set in the 20's, I thoroughly enjoyed the Charleston performances and of course, the costumes! Although I had a tough time connecting the colourful garments with the decade (since most photographs are black and white, heh!), I really liked their outfits - the flapper dresses being my favorite! Overall, it was an enjoyable show that literally makes a splash. It runs in Singapore until the 2nd of August so make sure to catch it! Tickets are available on Sistic.

I didn't realize I was having a New York-ish Sundate (heck, I was even going for the french girl messy hair!) until I was explaining to my boyfriend why I agreed to my friend's sentiments about the stress of "knowing there's another way of living". It's funny, because traces of the New York elements I have been so desperately craving for are actually available to me here in Singapore. Efficient public transport that covers a vast network? Check. Musicals and big productions? Check. Eateries with famous chefs attached to it? Check. In so many ways, living in Singapore has brought me much closer to the lifestyle I've always wanted. I am grateful for the independence and the opportunities that I'm quite certain Manila wouldn't have been able to afford me. And yet, I still want more. 

Sometimes I feel guilty for wanting more. It's not that I'm unhappy or I'm ungrateful, it's just that I know I could be happier. That I could do more and be more. And hey, even if it doesn't turn out exactly how I want it to be, the optimist in me will argue that knowing for sure has its merits - peaceful nights not wondering what I missed out on. For now though, I will remain to be grateful and continue working towards the direction I've set out on.

I'm laughing at clouds

So dark up above

The sun's in my heart

And I'm ready for love

- Singin' in the Rain ♬