A Sunny Update from Phuket!

Hello, my dear readers!

As many of you already know, after over a decade in Singapore, I’ve made the leap and relocated to the beautiful island of Phuket, Thailand. It’s been quite the adventure, swapping cityscapes for beach views!

Alongside the move, we’ve dived headfirst into running our very own marketing business, which, let me tell you, is a full-time gig. For a deep dive into these life changes (because there’s always a backstory, right?), feel free to check out a previous post where I spill all the details.

Now, let’s talk blogging. Given the whirlwind of changes, my posting schedule will be a bit like a tropical breeze—unpredictable but hopefully, refreshing. I won’t be able to keep up with my usual rhythm for a while, but don’t worry, I’m not disappearing!

Also, a quick heads-up for the foodies: my kitchen is still under a pile of boxes, so no new recipes just yet. Once everything settles down and I can find my pots and pans (and hopefully, the stove), I’ll get back to sharing my culinary experiments.

In the meantime, expect some sporadic updates from me. Drop by the blog whenever you miss me—I’ll pop in with stories from my new island life every now and then.

Before I sign off, I’ll treat you to a little visual appetizer—some snapshots from my inaugural two weeks in Phuket. Consider these photos your mini-vacation, minus the sand in your shoes!

Photo Perks: Click for Quips

Go ahead, give each photo a click, and you’ll uncover a little nugget of a description tucked beneath each one. It’s like a treasure hunt, but you’re just hunting for my two cents!

Sea-ing is Believing

Fair warning: there’s an ocean of sea photos ahead. I just can’t seem to get enough of the waves! Seems like I’m hooked on the sea!

Night Market Flash: Candid Clicks

And for a dash of local flavor, here are some snaps from the night market and some restaurants—where the colors are as vibrant as the nightlife!

Stay tuned, and as always, thanks for sticking around through this new chapter!

37 responses to “A Sunny Update from Phuket!”

  1. derrickjknight Avatar

    Congratulations to you both. I wish you every success in all aspects of your new life. (I don’t get any nuggets when I click on the beautiful pictures).

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much Derrick from both of us! Strange…when I click on them I see the little description…

  2. Tanvir Kaur Avatar

    Congratulations and with your post it looks a positive and full of happiness. Wish you luck for new settlement and looking forward for your blogging share

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much! Very appreciated!

  3. Sheree Avatar

    Such fabulous views! I can understand why you made the move. My OH and I did something similar over 20 years ago and have never looked back. Wishing you both every success

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much! Very appreciated! It’s wonderful to hear that your move was such a positive experience! Here’s to many more years of adventure and success for all of us! 🌟

  4. arlene Avatar

    Wow, such beautiful and striking photos Ribana. No description on the photos though.🥰

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much Arlene! Strange, because if I click on them I see the description on them…not sure how to change that now 🤣

  5. Tra Italia e Finlandia Avatar

    Che fiori meravigliosi! Buona settimana, cara Riby.

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Grazie mille cara Luisella! Anche a te!

  6. Bernadette Avatar

    Your new location looks like a little bit of heaven.

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Some areas really are. Thank you Bernadette!

  7. Looking for the Light Avatar

    WOW!!!!! Heaven! I’ll have to read your previous post of the full backstory. Take care while unpacking. Take some self-care time, of course you just have to walk to the beach. 🙂

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much! Yep…my self-care time is just being by the beach, watching and listening to the sea…absolutely heaven!

      1. Looking for the Light Avatar

        That’s my happy place too. Listening to the ocean all day, everyday. 🙂

  8. ourlittleredhouseblog Avatar

    So beautiful, what an adventure.

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Indeed! Thank you very much!

  9. Amy Avatar

    What a beautiful part of Thailand! Wonderful photo tour. Hope to see more. 🙂

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much! I’ll try my best 😉

  10. Huguette Avatar

    Woww what a great news to hear!! I was really away for a long time but happy to see this life changing news and I wish you the best of luck 😊 I believe that hard work pays off ! You deserve this and I’m sure you worked very hard for it 👏 the island seems amazing and shifting from the employment to business life is a dream coming true 😊 it will be tiring and will take some time to settle but it’s the worth kind of tiring 😄
    Sending you lots of great wishes and very happy to hear this lovely news 🤗🤗🧸🥂💕

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      You are so right dear Koko, it is tiring 😅 but also worth it 😄 Thank you very much for your kind wishes! 🤗🤗🧸🥂💕

  11. Huguette Avatar

    Photos are amazing but from my mobile, can’t see any description 🤔

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you…yes, not sure why cannot see the description as if I open them I see it 😂

      1. Huguette Avatar

        Hahahah playing games😁

  12. Kristie Avatar

    Good luck with your new adventures

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much!

  13. ourcrossings Avatar

    So many beautiful and colourful photos 🙂 I find that the beach can be a refreshing place that makes you feel better the longer you’re there. Thanks for sharing, and have a wonderful day 🙂 Aiva xx

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you Aiva! Yes, just being by the beach, looking and listening to the waves it seems to reset me 😍

  14. indianeskitchen Avatar

    What exciting news! Congratulations on your new chapter of your life!

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much Diane!

  15. mistermaxxx08 Avatar

    Congratulations and always the best to you, it’s been a while since I’ve heard from you, peace

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you very much! Yes, currently I don’t have time for blogging but I’m keep trying to be here sometimes!

      1. mistermaxxx08 Avatar

        I’m always glad to see you and your presence is always appreciated 👏

      2. popsiclesociety Avatar

        Thank you very much always for your kind words and support!

  16. Blogging_with_Bojana Avatar

    Congrats again. Yes and yes, to all of it!

    1. popsiclesociety Avatar

      Thank you my dear ☺️

      1. Blogging_with_Bojana Avatar

        So welcome.

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