New Day: New Beginning

    2010

    • I called the surgeon

      Anh Thiện called and offered his thoughts and support in view of the medical mishaps happening to me recently. The long talk prompted me to rethink of and clarify what I blogged earlier. The previous blog might bear a negative connotation to my existence, any human existence, especially in the few last lyrics extract. It… Continue reading

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    • Why do certain things happen?

      You ever wondered that? We go through our days so automatically. Wake up, get out of bed, put on clothes, walk to toilet, empty bladder, rinse mouth, wash face, walk to kitchen, grab a clean cup, boil water, make coffee, sit down in front of the laptop, sip coffee, check email, blah blah blah ….… Continue reading

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    • Cà Bung

      I must have already posted the recipe for this dish somewhere. I’m quite sure, because it’s one of those recipes I got asked of often. Oh well … it’s out there, somewhere. Meanwhile, it’s also here. Heat up big pot. When hot, add oil, then garlic.  Add pork and fry till golden. Spice w turmeric,… Continue reading

    • Thịt heo kho mắm ruốc

      Sister#8 called to inquire about my health, and to insist I get serious about my heart problem. Also to remind me to write down this recipe in case anything happens to me. My dear family cares so much about me! This dish is dedicated to all the Bắc-kỳ con. We had it with sliced cucumbers… Continue reading

    • Are you afraid of death?

      Almost 30 years ago, I asked my father that question. I was sitting across from him, in the family restaurant. There was no customers. Il regardait au lointain, et me disait: Chết đâu có gì mà sợ, con. Ba chỉ lo cho các con còn nhỏ, không ai nuôi. Nothing to be scared of, daughter.… Continue reading

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    • Luck will strike, eventually

      I can’t believe my luck! I think someone up there has got the “eyes” for me. Most people go through life never experiencing what I go through. Even my neurologist said he never had a patient with my “luck”, and he thinks I won’t be lucky next time. You can surpass Liz Taylor and get… Continue reading