Nothing better than a morning breakfast in our alleyway. In the morning, there are many food stalls serving an assortment of Vietnamese breakfast including pho and rice dishes. I settled for two scrambled eggs with rice and cucumbers topped off with some fish sauce. (This narrow alleyway leads back to my house) (Some early morning food stalls located on this … [Read more...] about Breakfast in the Alleyway
Archives for August 2006
Back in Class
After spending several days in bed, it was time to return back to the classroom at SaigonTech. The students made the transition back bearable and interesting. (Nina - Front, David and camera shy, Sunny, in the back) … [Read more...] about Back in Class
Memories of Kazakhstan
Sometimes it is hard to believe that I left Kazakhstan over 7 years ago. I remember back then that I really wanted to leave and return back to the US. Once I returned to Seattle in July, 1999, I knew I wanted to return back to Central Asia. I did briefly for about 4 months (Aug., 1999, - December, 1999) but to the surprise of many, I never returned. Instead I headed to … [Read more...] about Memories of Kazakhstan
Yamaha Nouvo Repair
Well, after my accident yesterday, this morning I needed to get it repaired. I normally goto the Yamaha Service Center located in District 5 (6 Tran Phu, Phuong 4, Quan 5, TP. HCM). This center has a good reputation with expats. They never overcharge you and I normally leave a big tip. Anyway, they were able to fix my left front brake easily. As for my problem in my rear … [Read more...] about Yamaha Nouvo Repair
Motorbike Accident
Well, it was bound to happen. Yours truly got into a motorbike accident :-( My right hand and wrist is quite sore at the moment. My motorbike fell unto the ground on it's left side. My left front brake is bent forward (see picture below). My left side is scratched up. The metal front bender guard came off and is now missing. I am also having problems with the gear box on … [Read more...] about Motorbike Accident