August 8, 2012 Life changes so fast. A month ago I was at a beach bar with my closest friends, getting ready to depart on an Asian adventure. And two weeks before that I was lazily floating down the Colorado River, sleeping under the stars and soaking up the beauty of the Grand Canyon. Now I am sitting on my couch, in my new house, in Hanoi, Vietnam, listening to the sounds of everyday life here. For those of you who don’t know, I decided to quit my job in Hai Phong. I really enjoyed Hai Phong and miss the more laid back, chill life style but I love the diversity of people and things to do in Hanoi. It’s a lively city. The company in Hai Phong was so unorganized, and shady. They didn’t follow ... read more

Today was a success! Its sunday and our day off. Went out last night, woke up with no water... walked down the street. Went back to sleep. Woke up and went off with a roomie for some lunch. It was a super nice morning. Had some iced coco then a bomb noodle, fish sauce, mystery meat meal. Delishous and filling but not heavy. Came home and got my computer that i finally got back from the stupid IT guy. (he erased everything including my iTunes and microsoft office...) But now i can use the internet!! YAY so i spent the afteernoon relaxing ina hammock on the roof checking email and bills and FB. PLUS i got to skype my mom for about an hour! Then i wanted to get my nails done so i wandered down ... read more

July 11 2012 Somehow I always end up on the back of someone’s motor bike, holding on for dear life and enjoying every second of it. But lets back up for a minute… Upon arrival not only was I greeted by my contact from school but also the stifling humidity. As soon as we left the airport I was instantly at ease with Vietnam. It’s something about tropical weather and surroundings that just make life more peaceful. The green, lush land I saw rush past my window was so tranquil posing a juxtaposition to the conditions of the roads. Not to say the roads were in bad conditions but it’s definitely a jungle navigating them. Constant, blaring horns, cars, trucks and motor bikes driving which ever way they want, and the most annoying thing; no one ... read more

Hello blog world! First off, I have never been very good with technology so if anyone has cool tips or suggestions about my blog, I am all ears. Second, I have a few trips under my belt along with living and working abroad but my current mission: document and share my next expedition into the unknown. I did the work to secure my teaching position in Vietnam so now I am in a waiting game, til the day comes. Today I made a check list of things to do before I leave which includes: consolidate my student loans cancel my cell phone plan clean out my wardrobe buy a large luggage make copies of all my documents clear off my computer and update the software check my insurance Vietnamese to English dictionary stock up and make ... read more