Well, I originally I was going to fly back to the US for the holidays but the plans never panned out. I think I am lucky I did not make the trip. I would probably be stuck at the airport either in Taipai or Seattle with no way to get home. The Seattle area south was head by two snowstorms the last couple of weeks. My parent's house added 5 inches of snow on top of the … [Read more...] about Winlock Snowfall
Archives for December 2008
Dry Season FINALLY Around the Corner
Back on August 18th, I thought the dry season was only a couple weeks away due to my dog's early shedding. Turns out that my dog was replacing her old fur for a thicker darker one. The rainy season is one of the longest I experienced here in Saigon since arriving four and a half years ago. Today I noticed that Lucky was shedding a huge amount of fur. That is roughly two … [Read more...] about Dry Season FINALLY Around the Corner
A Very Saigon Christmas
This year the Vietnamese are taking Christmas very seriously. For many people outside of Vietnam who feel that Christians are persecuted in Vietnam, I think a visit to Vietnam today would shock them. Churches as packed. Stores and shopping centers are trying to outdo each other in providing the 'best' Christmas decorations. The streets are crowded with holiday … [Read more...] about A Very Saigon Christmas
Nice Barbecue Along the Canal in the Phu Nhuan District (Saigon)
My Vietnamese friend's friend just opened a seafood restaurant along the canal near my house. It is located near Pham Van Hai street in the Phu Nhuan District (sorry I forgot the address). We just had barbecued goat and some chicken but it was very good. I will try to get the address the next time I visit this restaurant. (Grilled Chicken and Goat Meat) … [Read more...] about Nice Barbecue Along the Canal in the Phu Nhuan District (Saigon)
Traffic Police okayed to fine Foreigners in Saigon
Just read this online at Thanh Nien News. The traffic police in Saigon will not be allowed to fine Expats and Viet Kieu for violating the traffic rules. Fines will be issued at the scene with the aid of video recorders. Take note though, 'violators' should pay the fine AT the office later, not to the traffic policeman. Fines for not wearing a proper helmet or running a … [Read more...] about Traffic Police okayed to fine Foreigners in Saigon