Shape Run 2016 with Skechers

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We participated in Shape Run 2016’s family category last week. It is only 1.8km and we were running with our new Skechers footwear.
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Earlier, we had arrive at around 0730. Although we can still sport the moon, the 15km and 10km runners had already set off.
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The “before” photo, happy to see many families with enthusiastic kids. We only brought Boon Yee and Boon Xin along as the two older kids might find 1.8km too relaxing. Browse our running stories here.
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And the race starts, our 1.8km pursuit. Slow and easy for Boon Yee and Boon Xin with Marina Bay as the backdrop.
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Running requires discipline, but we can always make time for family photos πŸ™‚
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After the halfway point, we had to encourage Boon Xin to carry on running. Life has been good for her in primary school, and she has put on some weight πŸ™‚
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We literally need to pull her over the finishing line hee hee πŸ™‚
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Well done kids, I must bring Boon Xin out for more sports πŸ™‚
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After completing our race, Skeckers mascot came out to greet us πŸ™‚
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Skechers balloons for junior finishers. Thank you Skechers for the opportunity to bond through running πŸ™‚
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A short review about our shoes. The kids’ shoes are light and colourful, we can use them for sports or just casual outdoor activities (Swirly Girl-Shine Vibe for her, and Burst-Power Sprints for him).

GORUN Ride 5 for me and Mrs. I have not taken the shoes for 10km runs yet, but I am happy with the lightweight material and cushioning. Perhaps shoe is still new, or is it the design of the sole, I can feel the grip on rainy days too.
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We blog about our recent shopping experience at Skeckers Ion Orchard, look at all the colourful women and children’s selections.
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Do pop by Skechers Website and Facebook for the latest updates.

2016 Singapore Garden Festival

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2016 Singapore Garden Festival (SGF 2016) blooms till 31st July. Let flowers, Plants, Landscapes and creative ideas indulge your senses smell, taste, and visual πŸ™‚

We look so small under the CHAIRS.
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Those parking at Meadow or near Flower Dome will enter via Entrance D and C respectively. Those taking MRT will enter via Entrance A (Market Place).
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Three sections of SGF 2016, we only visited Meadow and Bayfront. Do take note only Market Place is free entry, but we had to skip due to time constraint.
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(Image credit SGF 2016)

[ Meadow Stage ]

Kids acting behind the tea cups.
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Indulge in some “Fantasy Gardens”.
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Maui culture anyone?
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Upsize down fantasy.
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Flower fields and a huge Bee hive.
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Inter school competition
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There are 15 landscape and garden designers from around the World.
You can imagine the long queues as I suspect this corner has the most photogenic landscapes.

I love Kyoto!
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.. even Sugarcanes maze is quite fascinating. We were half-expecting a sugarcane drink stall at the corner :p
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The fringe flower displays are amazing and beautiful in their own patterns and lights.
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Beautiful Orchids and sculptures in “Secret Gardens”.
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A stalk dedicated to our founding Prime Minister, Mr Lee Kuan Yew.

Is the red ruby flower (on the right) also know as itchy-powder? We used to disturb each other during our primary school days!
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Get up close (yes Wefie) with huge bugs πŸ™‚
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Complimentary buggy ride for ticket holders.
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[ Bayfront Plaza ]

If you are coming from Entrance C or D, the path to Bayfront Plaza area (8 minutes walk) is next to Hospitality Pavilion.

Gardeners’ Cup with 60 community gardening groups. Kudos to these volunteers, my neighbourhood “garden” is definitely not so fanciful!
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Intrigue your senses.
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My personal favourite section at 2016 Singapore Garden Festival could be the Amazing Bonsais! So delicate!
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Miniature landscapes. Life like humans and buffalo.
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Cool! Chinese characters of Dragon and I Love Singapore πŸ™‚
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Tables? Not sure whether practical but they sure look nice πŸ™‚
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Some designs are very abstract!
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Edible displays.
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Sushi are all made of plants! (and wasabi too). Check out the “flower bento” sets too. Edible?
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More details about SGF 2016 :

– Opening hours : 10am to 10pm
– Ticketing Adults (Local resident): $12/$16 (Weekday/weekend), Child(3 to 9 years) and Senior citizen: $6/ $9
(Do buy tour tickets online at SGF 2016 website to avoid the crowd!)
– Each ticket allows one entry to Flower Dome (Orchid Extravaganza at Flower Dome). You need not cover Flower Dome on the same day.
– Weekends will be crowded and carparks will definitely be full.

For the latest updates, follow 2016 Singapore Garden Festival on their Website and Facebook, or Instagram #SgGardenFest

More flowers loaded on our Fanpage album πŸ™‚
Click link to view our GardensByTheBay visits.