Getting ready for Tet

February 2nd 2011
We took a bus to Hoi an, checked in, and then went exploring. Knowing much of the city might be shut down for Tet tomorrow made us want to see as much as possible. All along the river were huge paper lanterns of various shapes and colors, all waiting to be lit. Shopkeepers were setting up other displays and offerings for the new year. All the shops were open yet, owners looking anxious as time ... read more

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more

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After years of aimlessly plugging away 9 to 5, and having people continuously ask me what I really want to do with my life (while offering some good and not so good suggestions), I've taken a bold step in this adventure called life, and I'm teaching English in Asia. I started out in Shenzhen, China, moved on to Guangzhou, then Bangkok, Thailand, rural Malaysia, and now Kuala Lumpur. I also travel around Asia and enjoy sharing those stories as well. This is not an undertaking for just anyone, as my friends assure me. I documented the ups and downs of my preparati... full info

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