Since I'm not in Vietnam, I didn't just return from a fabulous 2 day cruise into Halong Bay. Although, I'm sure if I had just enjoyed a sun-filled weekend, amazing food, and a beautiful private cabin, I would never gloat about it on my blog. That would just be in poor taste.

-I must admit I feel rather slighted, never having enjoyed the wonder that is Vietnamese Chicken with Lemongrass and Chili. However, I could do without the torrential downpours that are predicted for the next week.

-As I was saying, it's more than refreshing to be surrounded by a language other than Chinese...And, despite my maturity, seeing a Vietnamese sign that reads "Duc Phuc" gives me the giggles.

-Among the fascinating new things I've not come across in Vietnam, the Elephant Cow is my favorite. Northern Vietnam is covered in beautiful green farmland, which is in turn covered with massive cows which appear to have the skin of elephants...My next task is to smuggle one home with me.

-I've recently been introduced to the phenomenon of Google Analytics. It's just perfect for someone like me, who compulsively likes to check how many people read their blog...So, I know there's a few of you out there, start posting comments!