We Have Arrived

We arrived in Vietnam on Tuesday. We are told that Ho Chi Minh City has over 8 million people. I have never seen so many motorbikes in my life. There are not very many street lights and when there is one it looks like a race is getting ready to start. They do not have many cars in town, just taxi's. The motorbikes even go up the curbs if they don't want to wait. The front of the business's have people to direct you where to park you motorbike. It is truly amazing. We have spent the last several days exploring the city, of course we do this around 11 AM and I have decided that that is not a good time as the heat and humidity sends us back for a second shower, and a rest. I carry a washcloth, since Kleenex is not always available, I definitely need something to wipe my face and neck. I hate sweating. I have lost seven pounds since beginning this trip, probably just from sweating so much. We have come to love the rain, it usually just lasts a short time but cools things off. We get a great breakfast at our guest house, they serve us a French baguette, fresh fruit and coffee or tea. We also have found several places that have great bakery items. I will have to be careful with all of the delicious pastries.