Well, finally, after trying for nearly 10 months, I got my work permit. I can now legally work in Vietnam for the Horizon International Bilingual School for the next 3 years in various capacities relating to IT. My work permit can be extended three times possibly up to 9 more years for a total of 12 years. My school is now working on getting me my 3 year temporary resident … [Read more...] about I got my work permit (^_^)
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Six Years in Saigon (2004-2010)
It is hard to believe, last week I hit the six year mark in Vietnam. Things have changed in the last six years I have lived in Saigon. I have lived in several parts of the city, each with their own memories: Thu Duc District (May, 2004, - September, 2004) - I volunteered for Jon Tinquist's Amerasian organization, AAHope. Jon and his assistant, Bao Chau, took care of me … [Read more...] about Six Years in Saigon (2004-2010)
Meet Satan
Nearly two weeks ago, I took my vet, Y, to visit Beyoz, a big white cat that belongs to the General Director of the Horizon International Bilingual School. The GD was on a trip to Turkey and he wanted me to bring the vet to take a look his cat's skin problem. Well, what should have been an easy examination turned out to be very difficult. This was one tough cat as you will … [Read more...] about Meet Satan
The American School of Vietnam
Well, I think I am a bit behind the times in regards to new international schools in Saigon. I found out that Fran Radano has helped open another high-quality school in Vietnam called The American School of Vietnam. I met Fran about 5 years ago when he was still running Cleverlearn which attained a good reputation for high-quality while he was working there. About 3 … [Read more...] about The American School of Vietnam
Great photo shots of Saigon (HCMC)
VietnamNet Bridge has a good photo gallery of a bird's eye view of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). As you can tell, Saigon is developing and growing quite fast. Parts of the city are looking more and more Western by the day. In 5-10 years, you will not even recognize the historical Saigon (District 1). Below are some shots of Saigon: View more pictures here -> … [Read more...] about Great photo shots of Saigon (HCMC)