Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Get to know me!

January 18, 2023 0

So I'm planning to volunteer in Thailand after my stint in Motor*** and one of the organisations asked me to write a one-pager introduction about myself so that they can share with the locals there. So how do you think I fare?
Hi there! I’m Sharon, a Singaporean who graduated from National University of Singapore with a Bachelor of Arts in English Language. While the most obvious choice of work was to be a writer, journalist or even a teacher, I chose a very different path as a marketer. Though I’m not academically trained in marketing, my language foundation was definitely advantageous when it came to pitching marketing ideas and narratives. 


I have since embarked on my journey of more than 10 years in brand building and content creation and have never looked back. Highly motivated and results oriented, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, I am a firm believer of crafting narratives that elevate brands through various consumer touchpoints from social media to advertising to live experiences.  I have experience across diverse industries from hospitality to beauty to F&B to tech and specialising in fashion retail. My last role was the Marketing Communications and PR Manager at an automotive app company and I’m currently taking a break.


With no concrete plans as to when I would want to return to the daily nine-to-five working grind, I was hoping to utilise this break to rediscover myself, experience different parts of the world and explore opportunities to help make some impact on someone's life. 


I’m fluent in English and Mandarin (both spoken and written) and have done a short stint as a relief teacher in schools with students between 7 - 16 years of age. With a strong interest in languages, I also hope to pick up some basic Thai from the locals and students. As discussed with Sven, I would be open to assisting in social media, PR and teaching English (or even Mandarin if there is a need!)


Some fun facts about me: I love travelling and learning about the cultures and history of other countries. I enjoy team sports and activities despite not being an athletic nor agile person. I am a coke classic addict although bubble tea and beer are close seconds and I really don’t enjoy water.


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Thursday, March 24, 2022

Escape, escaping, escaped!

March 24, 2022 0

💪🏻 ATTEMPT #41

So my usual gin gang will never go for Annabelle so went with Fabian and gang. Definitely not as scary as Shutter Island nor Busan Express but nevertheless enjoyable.




Description on website: The paranormal investigator, William had performed exorcism on the infamous Annabelle doll and showcased it in the Paranormal Museum within his home. Unfortunately the demon that possessed Annabelle had returned! As demonologists, can you help William to end the curse on Annabelle once and for all, or die trying?


My verdict: 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻


💪🏻 ATTEMPT #42

With escape rooms not updating their games, it's always exciting to find new rooms! Chanced upon Amazing Chambers and I had high hopes for it. Unfortunately games were pretty meh and gameplay was not that smooth.




Description on website: Princess Radin Mas Ayu is a tale of beautiful Javanese princess with the plots of love, deceit and betrayal. You secretly amassed the villagers to search Tengku Bagus' home after receiving a tip-off about the possible kidnapping of the Princess' father. Discover what happens next as the plot thickens.


My verdict: 👍🏻👍🏻

💪🏻 ATTEMPT #43

One of the games that even when we "escaped", we couldn't believe it and tried to close the door to remain in the game. LOL. Gameplay can definitely be improved.





Description on website: Sang Nila Utama is a Srivijayan Prince from Palembang who is said to have founded the kingdom of Singapura in 1299 now known as Singapore. While his ship was out at seas, a great storm suddenly erupted and the ship was tossed about by huge waves. On the advice of Nakhoda (the ship's captain), Sang Nila Utama threw his crown overboard as a gift to the seas. The storm died down at once and Sang Nila Utama reached the shores of Temasek safely. About a century later, rumour has it that the crown, which was kept hidden at Sang Nila Utama's last resting place in Bukit Larangan, was recovered by an obsessed Archaeologist who then hid it at a secure and secret location. Infiltrate into the Archaeologist's hidden home in the middle of the forest to retrieve the crown and discover his other hidden treasures. He may have set a trap or two to fend off any intruders. Be observant and avoid detection or you and your team will lose your chance to escape!


My verdict:  👍🏻👍🏻  


💪🏻 ATTEMPT #44

Ventured out to Joo Chiat outlet of The Escape Artist with the usual gingang. More like a Jumanji experience instead of the usual boardgame. Not exactly my thing but I guess it's an ok experience too.






Description on website: Months ago, you barely escaped from the depths of the magical boardgame, Pangaea. However, you have received a letter from your guiding NPC, describing how the curse of the game has become yet more and more unstable and threatens to spill out into the real world. As of ow, several people have already been sucked into the game, to be trapped forever unless rescued. Only the truest and bravest adventurers who have conquered the game before stand a chance to contain the curse and prevent it from causing further harm.


My verdict:  👍🏻👍🏻

💪🏻 ATTEMPT #45

Went back to the Telok Blangah outlet of The Escape Artist. (Btw this outlet has since closed down, they've opened up a new outlet with new games at Harbourfront) Not very scary, interesting puzzle at the end.




Description on website: A plague has settled in a once peaceful town, turning 98% of the population into mindless zombies, while those immune are in hiding, biding their time for an opportunity to escape. By a stroke of luck, you catch wind of a military broadcast announcing an air evacuation at Outpost X - right in the heart of the city. You rally a band of survivors, equip yourselves and head out into the zombie infested lands. Can you make it to the extraction point?

My verdict:  👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

💪🏻 ATTEMPT #46

Was quite a fun game but you will be required to climb up some slope, which as usual, I fell flat on my face. Other than that, gameplay was pretty ok. 




Description on website: The PowerAID Plant was launched to much fanfare - it was supposed to be the answer to a renewable power source and for a moment, it was. However within a month of initiating operations, it mysteriously shut down. Speculation was rife - was it closed due to safety issues? Sabotage? Or was there something supernatural? With the authorities suspiciously quiet and all activity in the city grinding to a halt, it is up to you, the heroes, to investigate the power plant and restore life into the ghost town.

My verdict:  👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

💪🏻 ATTEMPT #47

Last game from this place, but again I don't quite remember this game anymore, though I recall there was some climbing and all.




Description on website: The notorious villian - Joseph Exodus, has plunged into your city into great despair, as he once again signals his intent on world domination with a show of force. A dirty bomb with enough power to level the entire city has been discovered right in the heart of the city, in a dilapidated warehouse. Time is short and evacuation is impossible. Your team of heroes are called upon to save the day. Will you make it? 


My verdict:  👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
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