In the summers I spend time with my good friends in Phat Diem, Vietnam, a small country village with a world famous cathedral. Here are some of my musings. If you would like to correspond, please email me: garymeegan@gmail.com.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Mr. Duc's House
After mass, it was a short ride to Mr. Duc's house. His family also runs a general store in the front of the house. It is three stories tall, very colorful and open. I cannot believe the workmanship that goes into these newer homes. Every seam is perfect, all the tiles align, and the woodwork is exquisite. Nothing like we get back in America. Here is a picture of his family, the view from the second floor, and the street below.

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As you can imagine, anniversaries are just as important here in Vietnam as they are in the States. As it was Bishop Joseph's 23rd annive...
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Within a few hours from Phat Diem is Cu Phuong National Park. It was formed in 1962 by Ho Chi Minh. Consisting of two whole mountain ranges,...
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At 4:00 later on Sunday, another mass was celebrated at the cathedral. We went and relaxed outside because at the end there was a huge pro...