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JIV: My Cousin’s Wedding
In September, my cousin chi Thuy got engaged to anh Long in Rach Gia. Since then, we’ve relocated to Saigon and are really enjoying ourselves. However, we’ve missed our relatives’ company and joyous nature, not to mention their delicious cooking. They really do make the best of what they’ve got. So, we’ve been anxious to […]
JIV: A Vietnamese Perspective
October 9, 2010
In my September 28, 2010 post, “Culture shock? Maybe just differences,” I wrote about differences I observed in Vietnam, perceived or otherwise, compared to my experience in the U.S. As always, I encourage readers to comment or give feedback on my experience here and this time, I got one from a Vietnamese native who has […]
JIV: We’re Moving On Up!
October 4, 2010
My time in Rạch Giá is approaching its end. It is time to hit the road for the big city and when I say big city, I mean, Hồ Chí Minh City (Saigon). My family is very excited. A change of venue. Perhaps more accommodations such as beds with full sized mattresses, refrigeration and climate […]
JIV: Revelations!
October 4, 2010
I spent a month at my grandparent’s peninsula home in Rạch Giá, visiting relatives and touring about the neighboring areas. That was the plan and for the most part, it worked out that way. Describing the experience of rural living and reconnecting with my heritage as amazing, is simply … understated. What I’ve learned is that […]
JIV: My Cousin’s Engagement
October 2, 2010
My cousin, chị Thúy, is getting engaged to anh Long. She’s 27 years old and the youngest girl in a family of eight children. Anh Long is also 27 years old and the only child of his family. For the past 5 years, she has been one of two caregivers to our grandparents. Anh Long […]
JIV: Culture shock? Maybe just differences.
September 28, 2010
I appreciate reader feedback and here’s one from a devoted reader, “I just wondered if there is much difference there?” Great question because, indeed, there are a lot of differences compared to the U.S. It’s important to note that these are differences I’ve observed, real or perceived, and never am I passing judgment; If I […]
Journey into Vietnam: 90th birthday bash!
September 21, 2010
My mom’s father is turning 90 years old. Grandpa is really getting up in age but he’s not old by any means. He has a great smile, memory like a steel trap and is quick on his feet. His wife (grandma) of almost 70 years still speaks fondly of him, about his strength, his resourcefulness […]
JIV: Daughter’s Wish
September 19, 2010
Before our journey to Vietnam my daughter, Magnolia, asked me about my childhood activities. What did I do in Vietnam when I was her age? Coincidentally, I was about her age when my dad left Vietnam with my brother, Hien, and I in tow. I told her about swimming in the river, riding water buffaloes, […]
JIV: Taxi
September 4, 2010
It’s been a thrilling experience daily, including this exciting taxi ride to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). More exciting than a video game Here are some pictures of Vietnamese foods I’m enjoying. Viet flavors VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL Most of the foods are not spicy – even when they are, it’s […]
Journey into Vietnam: Journey Begins
August 31, 2010
Journey into Vietnam Began in Lansing, MI departing for Chicago on United with my parents At Chicago, departing on Korean Air for Incheon Intl. Airport, S. Korea Our mode of transportation for the next 13 hours to Incheon and then another 5 hours to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) “Those drugs […]
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