I stayed in the Old Quarter area in Hanoi during my trip. I had the opportunity to walk around a lot and see the many streets and sites of this part of town. There was a lot of flavor and charm in this part of the town from the busy streets, to the markets, old … Continue reading Vietnam Part 1: Old Quarter Charm
Month: March 2013
A Life on Water
Slice of Life Challenge Day #31 After a week in Vietnam, there were many eye opening moments and memories. One of the lasting things from the trip, besides crossing the scooter filled streets everyday, was seeing the fishing villages in Halong Bay. Halong bay in itself was a beautiful natural wonder. I had no idea … Continue reading A Life on Water
the art of crossing
Slice of Life Challenge Day #30 The Art of Crossing In NYC, you cross the street by looking both ways and if the street is clear of cars, buses, taxis or buses, you cross. A true New Yorker doesn't pay much attention to weather the pedestrian crossing sign is red or green. New Yorkers are … Continue reading the art of crossing
Arrival in Vietnam
Slice of Life Challenge Day #25 After a comfortable 3 hour flight from Singapore to Vietnam, we arrived at the airport in Hanoi. We had gotten our visa forms filled out electronically before leaving. It wasn't the actual visa, but we would pick up our visa upon arrival at the airport. My friend and I … Continue reading Arrival in Vietnam
Unprepared
Slice of Life Challenge Day #23 It was 9:50pm. I had gotten home a little while ago and I started packing for my trip to Vietnam tomorrow morning. Of course, I left the packing to the last minute. I found my print outs of my flight reservation and two different hotel reservations. I scrambled around … Continue reading Unprepared
Last Minute Frenzy
Slice of Life Challenge Day #22 As the teachers were anxiously counting down the minutes left until spring break starts, there was a sense of anticipation in the air. Once my students had left and I was left alone in the classroom, I did not feel as relieved as I should. I still had a … Continue reading Last Minute Frenzy
Nothing to Write
Slice of Life Challenge Day #21 11pm. My legs felt itchy. Had I been bitten again? I was too tired to look down at my legs. All of a sudden I saw something black and small flying around. It slowly landed on the bottom of my laptop on the flat part. I quickly smashed the … Continue reading Nothing to Write
Cockroach vs. Teacher
Slice of Life Challenge Day #19 I looked around the classroom. The only noise that filled the room full of eager fifth grade students were the air conditioner and the tapping of fingers on laptop keys. I was having one of those moments. All the students were engaged, focused and writing. 15 minutes later... "Will … Continue reading Cockroach vs. Teacher
The Queen is Back
A few days ago, I checked my e-mail messages and I found two e-mails from my mom. I love that she embraces technology. She wrote to me in Korean and sent me a link to two videos via the Internet. The first e-mail was a link to the video of Yuna Kim's short program at … Continue reading The Queen is Back
Friday Night
Slice of Life Challenge Day #17 On Friday night, a group of us ladies from my church got together. We did the usual including painting our nails, making fruit smoothies, and eating Canadian pizza (the popular delivery pizza here). Unsurprisingly, our conversation quickly went to talking about Youtube videos. "Did you see that YouTube video where....?" … Continue reading Friday Night
