Petulu is a quaint wood carving and painters’ village, just outside of Ubud. Petulu’s profile changed after a massacre in 1965 when Indonesia was rocked by the Indonesian government policy of radical “purging” of communists (inspired and financially supported by…
Visit from down under ~ reunion in Hoi an, Viet Nam
This is a tale of a lasting friendship between two South African teen-agers, Peta and Franki… who once upon a time, in a land far far away… conspired to enjoy their time together… and occasionally rebel against the authoritatian South…
A day in Da Nang, Viet Nam
Crossing our first bridge which looked as though it was made from Lego pieces. Bright orange with orange and light teal green railing. The city of Da Nang, one of the largest in Vietnam, is just forty five minutes North…
A motorbike ride to “My Son” ~ Central Viet Nam
A visit to Vietnam’s most extensive archeological site – the ancient city and holy temples of My Son (“me sun”).Dedicated to the Goddess Shiva.
Living bi-nationally. Creating a South-South success story between Nicaragua and Viet Nam.
There is no better scenario for us than when our passion is our work and our work is our passion. This is why CO2 Bambu is such a valuable life/work vehicle for us. We want to have impact and have…
Thanh Ha fisherman village ~ our favorite smaller market, Hoi An, Viet Nam
Che dessert ~ a variety of beans, sweet fruits topped with ice and condensed milk. Fried coconut fritters Small bowls with firm rice paste, topped with a chili sauce and crispy bits. This vendor is one of several who come…
Typhoon NARI: impressive! Hoi an, Viet Nam
Soon after we moved into our rental house near Hoi An, (on the organic farm of Tra Que),there was the threat of the first big storm of the season. Typhoons are part of life, in Asia. The last big one…
Our first visitor! a sign that we are “home” in Hoi An, Viet Nam Lois from Cincinnati
Our first friend to jump on the opportunity to join us in Vietnam, is my life long friend Lois (aka Lo, Loi, Loee po…). We go back to my Cincinnati days, before our kids were born and have dealt with…