Category Archives: Culture

Oh, Snap! I Got A Head-Rush

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Eddie

[Written Friday, February The 10th, Night] This city is…some kind of a something. Had intended, to-day, to do some relaxation; stereo on and cooking bacon (AKA the dangling of one’s feet in the Mekong whilst catching up on some reading), … Continue reading →

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Kop Chai Lai Lai!

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Eddie

[Written Wednesday, February The 8th, Night] Oh shit, I love this city. A World Heritage site, it’s a hold-over from the French occupation. It means way cool European architecture, narrow tree-lined streets, winding brick alleyways, more bicycles than motor-cars. And … Continue reading →

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Not Exactly A Manic Monday (Nor Tuesday, For That Matter)

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Eddie

There’s A Moon In The Sky Called “The Moon” [Written Monday, February the 6th, Evening] Lazy day to-day, as the sun was meltingly hot. Went walking around town, and down by the river, and up the street on this side … Continue reading →

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I Ain’t No Senator’s Son

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Eddie

Nevertheless, having read so many books about the Vietnam war, it does feel odd to have now set foot in Indochina. On one hand, I feel as though I ought to be here, spending money, doing my very small part … Continue reading →

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Down By The Water

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Eddie

Decided to take a rest day to-day, and head in to Lao tomorrow. I did hike down to the frontier for a bit of recon, and bumped into Mary Kelly and sister Sophia. Turns out they’d decided the same. They’ll … Continue reading →

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