This mornings breakfast included eggs, breads with assorted jams, coffee or tea and fruits. The first activity began sweetly at a candy factory. At the factory the artisans made colorful exotic candies like coconut caramel and flavored rice cakes which were all delicious. Next we had an competitive market experience where we were split up and had to buy various items for dinner without knowing what they were called in Vietnamese. This excursion finished with lunch at another restaurant. Next, we toured the local canals in small narrow boats and saw wildlife. After getting back to the home stay we grabbed bikes to make our way back to the home stay later. Meeting the Viet Cong officer was the most interesting part the day. He spoke of his time spent in the war; the how,why, and when the war began from his perspective. His stories showed sadness, peace and reconciliation in his character. Next we found and walked across a sketchy bridge made from small pieces of wood and held together with flimsy nails, known as a mushroom bridge. The bike ride home was uneventful but peaceful and relaxing. The day concluded with us making our own dinner with the ingredients from the market and a restful night.
- Kai
Click below for a video summary of today, shot and edited by yours truly.
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