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| 2nd August 2009 Balaban in your mouth | Volleyball - From: Modes of Transportation... Hey - you wanna do Zogsports fall volleyball? Elizabeth wants to know. |
| 30th July 2009 Maryann | Who know - From: Modes of Transportation... Thanks for the intel on transport in Vietnam... really sounds like you are having a great time. And yes I am on the committee for the big "return" party. These folks are serious it may even be covered in the society pages.. ...... |
| 30th July 2009 Hal | Pathetic - From: Modes of Transportation... As usual, Matt spoke a lot, but said very little. Must have left his meds at home... |
| 30th July 2009 Haley | Papi - From: Modes of Transportation... You'll be happy to know that Big Papi is on the 2003 doping list. Floodgates are now open, Stein. |
| 30th July 2009 Veronica | - From: Modes of Transportation... Glad you stopped following around Phil and rest of the Amazing Race team (finally)... Sapa is my favorite part of Vietnam, although I was less happy about the overnight train to get there. Curious to hear what you think after you're there... |
| 30th July 2009 Hayley | We have rented out the Rainbow Room for your return party - From: Modes of Transportation... Tickets can be purchased in advance for $300 from www.mattstwentiethreturnparty.com or for $450 at the door. All proceeds go to the Matt Stein Veal Parmesan Fund. When do you get back again?? Oh, and I think you forgot "Junk" on your boat definition list. I thought that was a funny name. Almost as funny as Dong, the currency. |
| 27th July 2009 Hal | What a life - From: Everybody Was Surfing...Surfing Vietnam??? Glad you're having a good time. You've mentioned no girls, which leads me to believe you're not getting any. You're aawkward, even in Southeast Asia. Happy Trails... |
| 27th July 2009 Tanya | - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... You forgot to mention in this one that whilst you were very drunk you broke Julie's bed! I think this is a key fact here, and remember I have a photo to prove this. Mwah ha ha ha :) |
| 26th July 2009 Balaban in your mouth | My life - From: Everybody Was Surfing...Surfing Vietnam??? 1. I would love you to cook some vietnamese/thai cuisine for us when you get back instead of simply eating cold pasta from gourmet garage. 2. I dont want to make your trip seem worthless but last night I was at a party in the Soho section of Manhattan at a hip little joint called Canal room. Picture this - 80's coverband, 500 23 year olds and under, 68% female audience in short dresses... all this fun for only a cab ride. 3. I know you're traveling and all but I've been getting into the Bachlerette on tv. The finale is tommorow 8est/7ct - not sure what time that is for you. Basically, Jillian dismissed a homosexual last week who may come back and propose this week stealing her from a guy who can't get an erection. Again, I didnt want to tell you this cause I didnt want you to regret your trip but you know..... 4. Let's just say I hope you dont stay in any hotels that Erin Andrews goes to - you won't get this joke but if you remind me i'll explain it to you nicely without arresting you for disorderly conduct (I'll explain that joke to you as well). 5. I did charity work yesterday. One of the kids told me her family refuses to drink pepsi because "they killed Michael Jackson." I liked that. 6. I had a 3some with Stacey. 7. Please reread #6 8. I bought jeans that are skinnier than previous jeans I have worn. I think they look cool. Bless Woodbury commons and their great deals. 9. F Woodbury commons because someone stole my sunglasses. If you can get cheap Raybans shoot me a fax. 10. Can you bring me back a person? |
| 26th July 2009 Mary | Career Change - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... Hey Matt I think you should consider a different career - humor travel writing - no kidding - it's good stuff. Don't tell your folks though cause I think they are thrilled that you will be following in their footsteps - making money that is. Keep it coming! Love ya Mary |
| 26th July 2009 Mary | Career Change - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... Hey Matt I think you should consider a different career - humor travel writing - no kidding - it's good stuff. Don't tell your folks though cause I think they are thrilled that you will be following in their footsteps - making money that is. Keep it coming! Love ya Mary |
| 26th July 2009 CrAna | Impressive - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... I made it to the end... Take pictures alone, you will forget names and in years to come wonder who those people next to you even are. Pose by yourself, you will not forget you who are - well not for at least 60 years or so. ... now where is my shout out? |
| 26th July 2009 CrAna | SO much fun! - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... I haven't read your blogs (sorry!) until now. I am sitting down and reading every single one. I am extremely excited to see pictures and hear the stories in person. Sounds amazing!!! |
| 26th July 2009 mom | famous at last..... - From: Everybody Was Surfing...Surfing Vietnam??? albiet as a signature sign-off....i may achieve fame in a certain circle. i don't think you should come home if it means your blog stops. at the least, is there a law student blog in my\your future? and, perhaps the extra camera goes to grandma. then we can all teach her, separately and together, and she can have a new hobby. as ever, miss you and can't wait to see what's next. |
| 24th July 2009 elana | house boat - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... you got that right. you would be doing the work and i would be giving direction. good job with that story. since you have been gone i stayed in the apartment a total of 4 nights. i will do the dishes and take out the trash before you return. thanks for the details! it makes me feel like i am right there with you on this adventure. all my love and misses! |
| 24th July 2009 Claire | Finally... - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... I got a mention! Just so you know, I've been reading the whole time. Sorry I'm not with you, but seems like you're having fun (minus the genocide part). See you when you get back! |
| 23rd July 2009 Dana #1 (not the redhead) | Ladyboys and Kareoke - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... So, while I have been fascinated with your amazing stories and descriptions thus far, I have yet to hear about any interactions with the rare species called the Ladyboy. Native to southeast Asia, the ladyboy is a half man-half woman hybrid (we're not sure which half came first) that live among everyday Asian communities. Don't put your guard down for even a second...this is no joke....they are incredibly dangerous. Ladyboys use clever disguises and massive amounts of hormones to transform into... I’m not really sure...but beware... you may be at a bar checking out the hottest Asian in the place....LADYBOY...or that innocent school girl you were teaching English to...LADYBOY...or that prostitute you hopefully decided to pass up...LADYBOY. There could be one sitting next to you right now. The only thing scarier than the ladyboy is the Asian love-affair with the dangerous and often deadly sport of KAREOKE. The only way to fight off ladyboys or Kareoke is by drinking a whole jar of snake-alcohol (also called Bijao in Chineese)...good luck |
| 22nd July 2009 Joey | Bartering - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... Matt - will you buy me a hi-def TV from the middle of the river? I'll pay you back, promise. You might have to talk them down though. Don't go above $20. In other news, the Yankees are back in first place! Awesome blog, Bro. Been reading 'em all, and forwarding to my brother, as he's looking to do the same thing. Can't wait to see pictures! P.S. I noticed you haven't mentioned anything about the ladies... How's your "game" working out for you over there? |
| 22nd July 2009 Hayley | Ho Chi Minh - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... Did you go to the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh? Did you find the Cu Chi Tunnels ridiculously claustrophobic? I was not happy in them and got right out after about one minute. I can't believe you tried the snake wine. We saw it everywhere, but I did not have the courage. I was surprised by the fact that although they were angry about the war, they held no grudges against Americans today. |
| 22nd July 2009 gwen marder | May loose my job - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... Hi, This was so long that it took me about an hour to read it. So far this morning I have spent more time reading your blog then doing my job. But it was worth it. Love your commentary. Is snake wine something you ask for if you want white wine or red. Keep those blogs coming. Have a great time and hope that Jim turns out to be a nice guy. Big kiss gwen |
| 22nd July 2009 Adam Kaye | Sounds awesome - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... Keep up the good story telling Matt. This is fantastic. |
| 22nd July 2009 mom | floating frat party - From: The End, The Beginning, and Then Some... i see that you've been able to immerse yourself in the places you're visiting, literally and figuratively. and, the experiences with various kinds of drinking (beer in tubes, snake wine, rice wine) are reminiscent of those mary and i had during our weeks in vietnam...particularly the tasty rice wine....(mary, aren't you glad we nixed the biking?). i also now wonder if no tv/no soda was exactly the right set of rules to raise you on. by the way, how did you know i might not want to crawl in tunnels with no easy exit...something you should practice more with law school looming. actually, from the blog (i check every day..twice) and speaking to you, i know that you've taken away so much from the experiences you've had and the places you've visited, and done that with wild enthusiasm. sounds like you're getting just what you wanted from this trip. so, a public cheer. hi matt balaban. |
| 21st July 2009 Hal | Very moving - From: The Killing Fields... After the Holocaust, mankind said "never again," and yet genocide continues. What a sad commentary on the human condition. I look forward to discussing with you when you get back. Stay safe. Hal |
| 20th July 2009 silvio | My back is sunburned...dont tell mommy - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... The other night i woke up in a cold sweat...'if i dont post a reply, then no one will know that i am reading'...so here i am. the nightmare is over, and everyone can rest assured that i have perused the stylings of one, matthew stein (esq tbd). I am quite pleased with the posts thus far, and i rise each morning, fingers crossed, hoping for another window to the asian world. The ziplines, cliff jumpings, and waterslides sound quite fantastic, but it seems you may have forgotten the adrenaline that comes with working in an office - sometimes i even get to eat lunch away from my desk...kind of puts your fun filled day to shame, eh? silvio out. |
| 20th July 2009 Mary | Noodles - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... What nationalities were the 20 somethings at the bars? I am a little behind in my reading of your blogs. This place would be fantasy land for almost anyone - and no doubt Jonathan is probably at the top of the list. Sounds like a fantastic time! Keep 'em coming. Mary |
| 19th July 2009 Randye | a river of tears... - From: The Killing Fields... a river of tears... |
| 17th July 2009 Barden | - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... I am so jealous. But you have given me a great idea for a new waterpark feature at that place in PA. Great blog. |
| 16th July 2009 Kenny (and Dahianna) | Kop Chai Lai Lai! - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... Thanks for the plug, Stein. alas, we were just doing our job...even if we were rather buzzed doing it as I had just chugged a Beer Lao and completed a double flip with a half twist off the water slide. whoever said beer and water sports don't mix was right! awaiting the next assignment... Hi Matt's parents! -K (and D of course) |
| 16th July 2009 Maryann Martin | A M A Z I N G - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... Wow... tubing... zipline... drinking... sounds like you are preparing for a stint on the AMAZING RACE |
| 16th July 2009 Balaban in your mouth | Comment - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... Stein, I must say your story telling throws me off a little. You keep mixing up times... like why did you bring up playing pool at Amsterdam billiards?? Ohhhh I see.... you lost to another tranny Laotian hooker. I thought you were talking about Goodman. My bad. Hi Matt's parents! |
| 16th July 2009 mom | killing fields - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... while we were growing up, cambodia and the horrors of the killings were always in the news. i understand that the ongoing trials are largely ignored in cambodia today, that the era seems too removed to the unusually large number of young citizens (their elders having been killed). i sent to you the op ed piece in the times today which provides a perspective about that time, and more. while i knew you'd love the fun parts of this trip with your usual quiet enthusiasm, i'm glad that you have the opportunity to experience something of the region's history and problems. as usual, can't wait for the next blog. (how well did i do with the changed return flight?) |
| 16th July 2009 mike | - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... U'll never grow up! Hope that u're at least making your bed. |
| 16th July 2009 camilla | - From: Inner Tubes, Family Guy, and Guns... i went to a few of the places you are hitting on my own graduation trip. without a doubt, phnom penh was the most destitute and war ravaged place i have ever been to. and the first time i have ever truly felt culture shock. it must be interesting for you to be there right now esp with the khmer prison chief trial going on. if the tour doesn't have you go to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum-- a former khmer rouge jail (they had taken over what used to be a high school)--please make sure you see it on your own. like the extermination camps in europe, it is one of those haunting places not soon to be forgotten. love you. xx |
| 14th July 2009 Haley | - From: Bowling in Laos??? Not as good as your Stein Kickball report, but certainly giving it a run for its money. Did I mention that I'm pea-green with envy? Your version of the movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles would be Tuk Tuks, Kayaks and Elephants. |
| 14th July 2009 Haley | - From: Thailand, the group, and more... So jealous, Matt. I couldn't sleep last night due to jet lag, so I read all your entries. Did you cook garb (ground chicken dish)? Btw - there's a banner ad at the top of your blog that says Find Your Thai Beauty (www.thailovelinks.com). Coincidence? I think not. |
| 13th July 2009 Randye | you have painted a wonderful picture...can't wait for the next chapter - From: Bowling in Laos??? Just got this blog (someone 4got us...had to read all previous one's to catch up). Soooo jealous...what an experience. Most enjoyable journal. Any Buddha's for sale? (And don't forget the umbrella!) |
| 13th July 2009 Balaban in your mouth | Winning - From: Bowling in Laos??? So let me get this straight.. you are winning at bowling/everything (Except scrabble).... umm is this like a tour for "special" people? |
| 13th July 2009 camilly | - From: Bowling in Laos??? jump or dive sounds like the most fun game EVER. i look forward to playing it with you upon your return. can we add cannonball as a category? they make the biggest splashes. we can rename the game jump, dive or cannonball. ps pls add my parentals to your blog list--they shove me out of the way when i say a new post is up. (barden.gale@jer.com and flaviagale@hotmail.com) pps: pls tell me about your teva tan. |
| 13th July 2009 Hayley | Tuk tuks, tribes, and multi-talented elephants - From: Bowling in Laos??? Sounds like the Tuk Tuks in Laos were way more upscale than our experience in Cambodia - there, a Tuk Tuk was a motorbike, with a wagon attached to the back with 2 rows of seats facing each other. I felt like the thing would flip every time we made a turn! Also, as far as the mountain tribes, Adam and I did do that in Vietnam, but instead of it being like we were looking at them in a zoo, it was sort of the opposite since we were not in a touristy area and there were only 2 of us (and a guide) and hundreds of them. The kids loved us, and Adam let them take photos of each other with the digital camera. The adults sort of stared at us, but were pretty friendly. Oh, and one more comment about elephants - based on watching a video my friend Candace took on her honeymoon to Africa, I learned that Elephants can scratch their bellies with their own penis, and there are videos all over you tube to back that up. Kind of gross, but pretty funny! |
| 13th July 2009 mom | going public - From: Bowling in Laos??? I gather you didn't read all my wonderful, thoughtful, funny private messages. Luang Pogang sounds great...it's the place I'm interested in going to on my next trip. I know what you mean about staring at people as if they were zoo exhibits. That was a bit how we felt in the Sapa region in Vietnam. And we weren't good for them either. We added to the economy but we also brought about street sellers and beggars, or at least encouraged them. Are the Tevas still the best? Can't wait for the next chapter. |
| 13th July 2009 Father | Bonding With Babar - From: Bowling in Laos??? Matthew -- glad to hear you like elephants! Trip sounds fantanstic! I did a spell check and you're speeling was purfect! Kep up the gode worke! |
| 13th July 2009 elana | thailand - From: Thailand, the group, and more... HI MATT!! couple things: 1-catherine and her husband dave got married this weekend and they are honeymooning in Thaliand beginning today (Sunday) Keep an eye out. I guess its a big country but you never know. I am sure tourists can cross paths. 2- no more old jokes or i will start pointing out your spelling mistakes 3- good job on negotiating - i am trying to do the same with our rent. i will keep you posted. 4-doug went on a last minute trip to israel this week so i am all alone in the apartment. it's fun actually, but i miss you! Keep having fun, cant wait for the next update!!! Elana |
| 12th July 2009 Dana | So this is a blog! - From: Thailand, the group, and more... Matt, first of all, thanks for introducing me to my very first blog. Next thing you know I'll be on facebook. Anyways, the trip sounds great and I'm sure your thrilled about noodles for breakfast. I was also overwhelmed when I arrived in Bang...(the capital of thailand). There is a lot to take in. If your in Chang Mai that probobly means you'll be meeting some elephants soon! How is your group? Can't wait to hear what you'll be doing next. (I'm glad you got the whole feet and head memo...don't want to learn that one the hard way). - D |
| 11th July 2009 Leonie | Advice for Thailand travelling - From: Thailand, the group, and more... Me and my husband is planning a trip in September to Thailand. Any recommendations? (7 Days) |
| 10th July 2009 Mike | Coming home Party - From: Thailand, the group, and more... U'r having a party? |
| 10th July 2009 gwen marder | noodels for breakfast can be conctepation - From: Thailand, the group, and more... If you were in Israel they would be giving you prunes for breakfast. Sounds like a great adveture so far.....any hot chics in the group? Love this blog business and I love you, you are too cool gwen |
| 10th July 2009 Wonton | Coming Home Party - From: Thailand, the group, and more... You cook we eat!!!! What's the capital of Thailand? Have you used that Joke yet? If not I highly recommend it. Or ask them if they wanna hear two short jokes followed by a long joke. Joke Joke JOOOOOOOOOOOKEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! Friends will flock to you like a Thailand market to a cheap imitation Prada bag. |
| 10th July 2009 sarah | amazing! - From: Thailand, the group, and more... wow - great trip! i'm sooo jealous - keep writing!! |
| 10th July 2009 Adam Kaye | Sweet - From: Thailand, the group, and more... Sounds like a seriously good time. Keep up the good work with the posts. It's a fun read for us poor folk stuck at our desks. -Adam |
| 7th July 2009 Mary | - From: Chapter 1: Jetlag and Culture Shock... I'm sure bonding with the two year old was great practice for how to make friends. And I can see, it really payed off. Keep up the good work but remember, SpongeBob is not for everyone. I love the travel log, keep it going. Look forward to hearing from you again. Mary :) |
| 7th July 2009 Corey | Wonton - From: Chapter 1: Jetlag and Culture Shock... The trip sounds like it is off to such a great start. This blog thing is pretty sweet. Gots to love technology. I am so glad you are having a great time and I echo Elana's comment I am not surprised at all that you have already made friends. I look forward to further blog posts. Keep up the good work and continue to enjoy your amazing trip! |
| 6th July 2009 Elana | KEEP EM COMING - From: Chapter 1: Jetlag and Culture Shock... Sounds amazing!!! Of course you made friend immediately...not at all surprised. Sounds wonderful and your note is so funny. The apartment is already lonely and I couldnt sleep last night because there was a light coming from the apt next to us and I thought they were going to come get me in my sleep. Please save some anti anxiety pills for me. xoxoxo your loving roommate |
| 6th July 2009 Hayley | Love the blog! - From: Chapter 1: Jetlag and Culture Shock... Matt- I very much enjoyed your blog post (although it went into my spam box and I just saw it now), it was a great distraction! Keep it coming. First of all, let me agree that He's just not that into you is a GREAT movie. I had very low expectations, but it really was very funny. Second of all, is it weird that my 2 year old cousin, also loves that "All the Single Ladies" song??!! Glad that you're having fun and meeting random people. |
| 6th July 2009 Balaban in your mouth | First Comment - From: Chapter 1: Jetlag and Culture Shock... Salami and swiss huh? |