What a wonderful surprise this city was! Such a contrast to what we have seen so far. In spite of their poverty and lack of infrastructure, the city as a whole decided to take some serious pride in themselves and keep the place clean and approachable. They have completely succeeded.
I know most of you saw the pics I posted so I don't need to go into detail. We hired a car, driver and a guide for the day. They took us everywhere, including tea in a private home, rice fields up close, a long leisurely lunch in a five star resort right on the ocean with both of them eating with us, and a pagoda or two thrown in for good measure.
During our two hour lunch we were able to visit with the two of them. We learned so much more about Vietnam, the real Vietnam at the street level. So interesting. The people are so approachable and friendly. This is a magical place.
I have no time for more right now. We are off to a lecture on pirates! We have been to this lecture before but its worth hearing again. Next email I will tell you about an awful experience I suffered through this morning. All I have time to say right now is to ask this….have you ever come face to face with someone, not a related someone, totally, bareassed, in all your humungous glory, completely naked???!!! Oh lord save me now cuz thats what happened. TTYL
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