So people have been asking me how Hoshi has been doing lately. Just view the pictures below and you will understand: … [Read more...] about Where is that cat of mine?
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AmerasianWorld.com and Saigon Linux Group sites back online
Two of my past websites are both back online now. AmerasianWorld.com / Salaam Central Asia AmerasianWorld.com was originally named Salaam Central Asia. I created Salaam Central Asia back in 2000 before I started graduate school. Ummah.com had given me web space back then and Salaam Central Asia became one of the first websites devoted to Central Asia. I … [Read more...] about AmerasianWorld.com and Saigon Linux Group sites back online
How often do you use your air conditioner in Vietnam?
November has arrived and for me at home, this usually means I can stop having my air conditioner run throughout the night. Since returning from the US last January, my air conditioner at home is on all the time. Granted for about 6 months I did not have a window anymore so I was left no choice to have it on to help bring some fresh air into the room. I am out of that room … [Read more...] about How often do you use your air conditioner in Vietnam?
First day of Boot Camp (November 13, 1990)
Okay, this ends my two weeks of four military anniversaries. You will not see me talk about the Marines for another year. Twenty-one years ago on this date, I started my basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California. It is just something that no Marine will ever forget. At least several times a year, I have a "nightmare" of my boot camp … [Read more...] about First day of Boot Camp (November 13, 1990)
Happy Veteran’s Day (US)
Today is Veteran's Day in the US. Happy Veteran's Day to all the US veterans that served to protect the US, freedom, and democracy. Veterans will always be an important part to the history of the United States of America. In Saigon, there are many Vietnam Vets living here now as well as other US Vets. I personally know Vets in Saigon who have served in the US Navy, Air … [Read more...] about Happy Veteran’s Day (US)