Monday 24th March
I’ve spent today on a boat going between four islands off the coast of Nha Trang. It was an amazing day although I think I’ve been slightly spoilt in terms of snorkelling in Egypt. I’ve spoken to lots of Australians who have suggested good snorkelling spots where I will be in Oz so hopefully will get my fix there. I’m planning on exploring Nha Trang a bit more tomorrow as I haven’t had a proper chance to look round yet. I want to go to the temple, see the giant white Buddha and go to the natural mineral springs where you can bathe in the therapeutic waters and cover yourself in mud(although someone on the boat trip I was on today went there yesterday and came out in an all-body rash). I spent a lot of today in the sea which was great and am considering heading down to the main beach in Nha Trang for a swim before dinner this evening. We got a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat today and I was the only one who couldn’t use chopsticks. It’s getting a bit ridiculous now, I think I just need to conquer my fear and do it. There will probably be some places I go where there will be no option so I guess it’s best to master the art now!
I was planning on spending tonight here and probably tomorrow night as well. I was then going to head to Hue by train but have just been told about an amazing beach location about 30km from here and am slightly tempted to head there on the way. This will somewhat thwart my plan to get the train and I’ll probably have to head back here first. We’ll see.
I’ve just tried to upload pictures unsuccessfully so you’re all going to have to wait a little while longer I’m afraid.
Hello Zelma,
Since you left, Haringey has not been the same. the team is lost without you. Good to see that you are beginning to do some of the things you like. We have been having snow here, imagine in Easter!. So I guess everyone is envying you lapping up all that sunshine. You have left your successor with a tough act to follow. Any way, when you have a little spare time and thinking of us poor sods back here, as we discussed, just drop me a few thoughts about your experience in London Probation. You told me that LP is a good employer so you can also mention this. Thank very much for the card and the bottle of wine, i will save it until it becomes more vintage. Your words brought tears and made me emotional. Keep enjoying your trip and be safe.
PS- i am off to Hawaii on 31/03/08, so if i don’t get in touch, i will catch up when i return
All the best .
Joe R.
Hi girlie,
Well, reading your daly updates it sounds like you are having an absolute blast. I imagine the “orange legs” have now turned brown or perhaps lobster red… I can see now why you don’t want to come back to work. We had LUVLY snow here yesterday and today and it’s bl**dy cold here too. No bikini weather here. Look forward to seeing some pictures from your journey (when you manage to upload them). Loads a luv from us all.
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Glad you are there safely, having problem believing it is just communication problem with directions though, I know, I’ve been there with you!!!! Visits will never be the same. SMO and MM brilliant, we will survive, only just though.Keep us laughing with the tales. Miss you loads. Ray still laughing about the car park, took the pressure off of me. Anyway, I am very proud of you, you are very brave. Take care, and remember, we are all glued to the site.