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The Devil’s Den – The Cu Chi tunnel complex

An Update Again the time to write is just not forthcoming at the moment. Since the last article was published we’ve spent 5 days in the most romantic city in Vietnam, Da Lat. We have also traveled to the heart of the Mekong river delta.… continue reading

Saigon – The City of Two Names

An Update By the time I post “Saigon – The City of Two Names”, Diem and will I have run around Saigon for six days. We’ve spent time with her family. She has three brothers, two sister-in-laws and a couple of nieces here.… continue reading

Paradise Lost and The Fall Of Saigon

An Unfortunate Change In Circumstance It was April the 30th and it seemed like just any other day. Then suddenly, in the early afternoon, a guest arrived with some unfortunate news. There was much discussion, some conversation on a few telephones and Diem, incredibly upset, retired to our room.… continue reading


We Are Not Alone, No Not one – Notes From Vietnam

It’s been some time since I’ve written anything. quite frankly I haven’t felt like there’s much to write about. Things here in Vietnam have been incredibly controlled and the sweeping efforts to contain the virus have been beyond impressive. As of the morning of April 8, there have only been 252 confirmed cases since the virus first reached Vietnam on January 23.… continue reading

The Tribal Crisis – No Country For Villages

Observations on Race As such a lover of all things cultural and historical, it was only a matter of time before I found an opportunity to search out a few tribal villages. It’s such a sensitive subject in Southeast Asia. Few outside of the region know of the century long crisis for those involved.… continue reading

Castles In The Clouds – The Twin Pagodas Of Doi Inthanon

After the Summit The summit and nature trails of Doi Inthanon were beautiful, ancient, and amazing in their own way. But they were lacking in a view of the surrounding countryside. The cloud forest was thick, primeval, and virtually impenetrable. Leaving no space for sweeping views of the endless jungle forests below.… continue reading


Paving Paradise – A Beautiful Day At Ky Co Beach

What else was I to expect? After many days on the move, I think it was seven consecutive days at this point that someone would be rapping on my hotel door before 7 am. Apparently, we had things that must be done, and obviously, they couldn’t wait until, say, 8 am.… continue reading