This morning we had some free time. My friend Hien and I headed to the public park. So many people gathered to exercise together. Many different styles from Badminton, to hip hop exercise classes to more traditional styles involving fans, and swords.They have public access exercise equipment a running path. It was fun to jump into a Hip Hop exercise class. Plan to go back on … [Read more...] about Day 3: So much in 3 days
Today was amazing. I was apprehensive about riding the scooters, but I had so much fun. It is odd being an older person in this group of young people 19-20 something. I enjoy hearing them talk about their lives and remembering my aspirations at that age. I have decided to no longer make it an issue and just say yes. Today I saddle a scooter through the insane streets of Ho Chi … [Read more...] about Day 2: Say yes to everything
Arrived safe and sound in Vietnam after 37 hours of travel time. I am exhausted. Despite this fact I have no complaints. China Airlines was great, wonderful service, clean and moderately comfortable. Mrs. Pham was very diligent in keeping us together and making sure we all got on our flights and through customs. The Harmony Hotel in Saigon is gorgeous. A four star hotel for a … [Read more...] about Made it!
So I read about Bagan today and I think this is now what I am most looking forward to. The sheer expanse of 2000 monuments/temples made of brick in within 16 square miles radius looks breathtaking. All built by freemen not slaves (interesting) and paid for by nobles with aspirations of being reborn in the celestial realms in the presence of Metteyva the Buddha. This is written … [Read more...] about Bagan
Met to post these pictures last week of our dinner at Bamboo. I did not bring my camera to this event, but be warned I am a picture taker. I take picture of everything, but promise never to post less than flattering pictures. Thank you Alex and Courtney for that lovely meal. … [Read more...] about Dinner at Bambu