Quan Am (Kannon in Japanese), is known as the Goddess of Mercy. She is also the protector of my animal sign, Nezumi (Mouse/Rat in Japanese). I have a shrine in my house dedicated to Quan Am who I pray to every morning and evening. Quan Am is a very important figure in Vietnam and my mother's homeland, Japan. (Quan Am the Goddess of Mercy) (A decal of Quan Am on my … [Read more...] about Quan Am – My Protector
Archives for February 2007
Construction Mess Part IV :-)
Well, the two houses were completed last week. The mess and dust have disappeared. Now I just need to thoroughly clean my house once a week :-) The houses look very nice. (New front gates) (Two different designs but quite pleasant) … [Read more...] about Construction Mess Part IV :-)
Year of the Pig Horoscope (For Rats)
Rat Overview Things are looking up for the Rat, as the Pig is a lot friendlier toward you than the Dog. You have a tremendous advantage of quickness over the Pig, so you can create lots of opportunities for yourself this year. As with last year, however, ruling Fire puts you at a disadvantage as Fire and Water (your fixed element) spell disaster in Chinese. You can be a big … [Read more...] about Year of the Pig Horoscope (For Rats)
Yamaha Nouvo Beauty Treatment
Every six months, I take my motorbike to the Cat Decal shop in District 5 to get the plastic removed and replaced with a new plastic covering. This is how I am able to keep my motorbike looking new. It cost me 100,000 VND to get a new makeover for my Yamaha Nouvo. (This girl is really good had applying the plastic on motorbikes) … [Read more...] about Yamaha Nouvo Beauty Treatment
Pizza Hut in Saigon
Okay, I finally tested out the Pizza Hut in Diamond Plaza with a friend. Actually tastes like Pizza Hut pizza :-) The service was excellent and the prices actually a bit cheaper than in the US. You can get a regular pizza combo for less than $10 US that includes a regular size pan pizza, garden salad, and two drinks. (Front entrance of Pizza Hut) (Inside the … [Read more...] about Pizza Hut in Saigon