In Saigon, one must learn how to navigate through the narrow alleyways if you want a house in a quiet area, i.e. a house where you can hear the birds chirp in the morning. It can be nerve wracking and do not be surprised if a part of your bike OR your body scrap against a building or two. (Walking along the alleyway in front of my house with Dominic, my housemate) (Many … [Read more...] about Phu Nhuan Alleyway Craziness
Archives for 2006
The Rat and the Pig
The Rat and the Pig make a great pair, in friendship, in business or in love. The Rat loves to be the center of a large group of loyal friends and knows how to treat its loved ones with a special, warm generosity. The Pig puts friends and family first and makes a great, loyal member of the Rat's social group. The Pig tends to be an optimist and an idealist who sees only the … [Read more...] about The Rat and the Pig
I am from Mercury
You Are From Mercury You are talkative, clever, and knowledgeable - and it shows. You probably never leave home without your cell phone! You're witty, expressive, and aware of everything going on around you. You love learning, playing, and taking in all of what life has to offer. Be careful not to talk your friends' ears off, and temper your need to know … [Read more...] about I am from Mercury
Yamaha Nouvo Tune Up
Last Friday before the 4-day trip to Vung Liem, I took my Yamaha Nouvo into my favorite Yamaha Dealer for a tune up. The oil and air filter were changed. Cost me around 80,000 VND ($5.00 US) this time around since I needed a new air filter. I always tip them about 20,000 VND. (My Yamaha Nouvo Getting a Tune Up) … [Read more...] about Yamaha Nouvo Tune Up
Rural Vietnam
Minh Ngoc sent me these pictures that she dubbed, "Rural Vietnam". I hope you enjoy them. (Rural Vietnam by Minh Ngoc) You can view more pictures of "Rural Vietnam" at this link: https://saigonnezumi.com/?page_id=3 … [Read more...] about Rural Vietnam