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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