The most amazing holiday in my life is a trip to
Thursday, September 24, 2009
MEMORABLE HOLIDAY
I don't know if i could go back there or not. but i am sure that Con Dao never is out of my memory.
My holiday
Phu Quoc is the most beautiful island in the South of Viet Nam. The beach is very blue and crystal. I had a chance to visit it 2 years ago.
The first day, my colleague, my younger sister and I went there by plane. It took us about 1 hour from Tan Son Nhat airport to Phu Quoc. We didn't stay at any hotel there but we were at my colleague brother's house. It is near to the beach. In the afternoon, we went to the wharf to buy seafood, wow, they were fresher than the ones were sold in Ho Chi Minh city. They were also cheap. We bought many kind of seafoods: crabs, shells, lobsters, fish...etc. After that, we cooked and enjoyed them. They were very delicous. I have never been eaten the seafood which were fresh, cheap and delicious. In the evening, we went to the coffee shop along the coast. We saw the beach at night and listened to the waves washing onto the beach. It was wonderful!
The second day, we visited around the beach by a boat. The boat went away the shore. After a few hours, we didn't see the land, around us only water, the skyline and the blue sky. The landscape was gorgeous. Moreover, everyone took a fishing-pole and angled on the beach. The sea is extreme, I didn't think we could catch any fishes but it wasn't as like as I though. Later, the boat stoped near to the seashore and we swam on the ocean. There were a lot of rocks and corals. This was the first time I saw the corals. They were many color such as: red, pink and white.
After this trip, I felt very happy and relaxed. I knew many things about Phu Quoc. In particular, Phu Quoc is a peace and safe place. You can park your motorbike on the street and don't worried about the thief. Phu Quoc's people are friendly too. Besides, if you want to cut a tree in your garden, you have agreed by the goverment. The local goverment has tried to build Phu Quoc becoming a green island.
The first day, my colleague, my younger sister and I went there by plane. It took us about 1 hour from Tan Son Nhat airport to Phu Quoc. We didn't stay at any hotel there but we were at my colleague brother's house. It is near to the beach. In the afternoon, we went to the wharf to buy seafood, wow, they were fresher than the ones were sold in Ho Chi Minh city. They were also cheap. We bought many kind of seafoods: crabs, shells, lobsters, fish...etc. After that, we cooked and enjoyed them. They were very delicous. I have never been eaten the seafood which were fresh, cheap and delicious. In the evening, we went to the coffee shop along the coast. We saw the beach at night and listened to the waves washing onto the beach. It was wonderful!
The second day, we visited around the beach by a boat. The boat went away the shore. After a few hours, we didn't see the land, around us only water, the skyline and the blue sky. The landscape was gorgeous. Moreover, everyone took a fishing-pole and angled on the beach. The sea is extreme, I didn't think we could catch any fishes but it wasn't as like as I though. Later, the boat stoped near to the seashore and we swam on the ocean. There were a lot of rocks and corals. This was the first time I saw the corals. They were many color such as: red, pink and white.
After this trip, I felt very happy and relaxed. I knew many things about Phu Quoc. In particular, Phu Quoc is a peace and safe place. You can park your motorbike on the street and don't worried about the thief. Phu Quoc's people are friendly too. Besides, if you want to cut a tree in your garden, you have agreed by the goverment. The local goverment has tried to build Phu Quoc becoming a green island.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
THE FIRST DAY AT SCHOOL
I will talk about the first day I went to school. My first day was neither a good day nor a bad day but a memorable day. I followed my cousin who was 6 years old to go to school. Because my house near to my school so we went to school without our parents. At that time, there were only 70 or 80 new pupils. To sign in school was easy. We stood in school-yard to wait for teachers to take us to our classes. Unfortunately I was only one who was out of the teachers’ lists. They didn’t know which class I would be in. Then they brought me to meet the principal. He told me that I was just five years old. I wasn’t old enough to go to school and I should return the next year. Of course I was crying a lot and I didn’t agree. I came back my house and told my father that I wanted to go to school like my cousin. So my father and I went to school again to see the principal. Finally I was accepted to attend the school at the age of five.
Would you like to visit my hometown?
My hometown is Go Cong, Tien Giang province. It is around 70km far from Ho Chi Minh city when you pass district 8 and Can Giuoc town. We also pass My Loi ferry. Besides, we can go through My Tho city, it's about 110km. And now, I'm going to tell you about Go Cong.
Firstly, we can visit a Tan Thanh beach there. We should go there in early morning in order see the sun rises. It is gorgeous. We should not swim on this beach because the water is unclear. The visitors call it " the sand black". The local people grow shells on this sea, therefore the water looks dirty. As you know, Go Cong' shells are very delicious. There are a lot of bungalows on the beach which local peple watch over their shells. We can sleep in those bungalows at night but they are uncomfortable. Moreover, there is a bridge which is aroung 300 mets in length. We can go on foot to admire the ocean.
Secondly, we can visit the royal mausoleum inscribed with the merit of the family of queen mother Tu Du, who was the grandmother of King Tu Duc. We alse visit Truong Dinh mausoleum who is called a hero.
Thirdly, we can go fishing at a fishpond in my parents' house. There are many kind of tree in the garden. The air is fresh and this place is very quiet. We can enjoy the meals at my parents' house. They have chickens, fishes, vestables..etc which don't buy from the market. We can enjoy the freshfruits which grow in the garden. Besides, we enjoy the watermelon that is famous in Viet Nam. It is very sweet and red.
Fourly, we can go for a row on the channels or the rivels. We can bread the net to catch fishes. We can go to the fields to fly the kites around at 4pm. We can lie down on the stack of straw to look at the kites and the sunset.
The last, we go around the town and enjoy ice-cream, che... We sit beside the pond which is the center of the town. After that, we can sing karaoke at my parents' house because my parents' house has a karaoke's coffee shop or we can lie down on the camp bed to admire the moon.
In conclusion, my hometown is poor. It doesn't have many tourist areas but you cannot forget it when you visit it
Firstly, we can visit a Tan Thanh beach there. We should go there in early morning in order see the sun rises. It is gorgeous. We should not swim on this beach because the water is unclear. The visitors call it " the sand black". The local people grow shells on this sea, therefore the water looks dirty. As you know, Go Cong' shells are very delicious. There are a lot of bungalows on the beach which local peple watch over their shells. We can sleep in those bungalows at night but they are uncomfortable. Moreover, there is a bridge which is aroung 300 mets in length. We can go on foot to admire the ocean.
Secondly, we can visit the royal mausoleum inscribed with the merit of the family of queen mother Tu Du, who was the grandmother of King Tu Duc. We alse visit Truong Dinh mausoleum who is called a hero.
Thirdly, we can go fishing at a fishpond in my parents' house. There are many kind of tree in the garden. The air is fresh and this place is very quiet. We can enjoy the meals at my parents' house. They have chickens, fishes, vestables..etc which don't buy from the market. We can enjoy the freshfruits which grow in the garden. Besides, we enjoy the watermelon that is famous in Viet Nam. It is very sweet and red.
Fourly, we can go for a row on the channels or the rivels. We can bread the net to catch fishes. We can go to the fields to fly the kites around at 4pm. We can lie down on the stack of straw to look at the kites and the sunset.
The last, we go around the town and enjoy ice-cream, che... We sit beside the pond which is the center of the town. After that, we can sing karaoke at my parents' house because my parents' house has a karaoke's coffee shop or we can lie down on the camp bed to admire the moon.
In conclusion, my hometown is poor. It doesn't have many tourist areas but you cannot forget it when you visit it
Monday, September 21, 2009
The first day at College
I think that every student has his/her memories about the first day at college or university because it starts his/her new life. I want to tell you about my first day at college which was 14 years ago.
After I finished high school I passed an exam to study a children dental course at the university of medicine in 1995. I was on this course 3 years.
I was worried about somethings on the first day. I asked myself a lot of questions before I went to the new school such as: how school was, how my new friends were, how my new teachers were, how my studying was...and so on.
My life changed completely from that day. I had to leave my parent's house, my hometown, my old teachers and my close friends. I went to Ho Chi Minh city which was a new, strange place. I lived with my aunt. It was a new accommodation. I couldnot do anything I like.
My father picked me up from school because I didn't know the streets to school by myself. There were lots of cars, motorbikes, bicycles and people on the streets.
When I came to my class around at 6.30am there were 31 students there. Then the principle met us to welcome all the new students. After that, we were told the study schedule, all subjects which we would study in the first year, the rules of school, the tuition fee...etc
I didn't wear white ao dai but I wore a white coat and a nurse's hat when I attended the class.
I still remember that all my classmates were very strange on the first day. Everyone came from other provinces. After that, we became close friends. And now we are still close friends, even though we got married and have children. We usually meet each other and always share our experience in our work, our happiness or sadness in our lives.
After I finished high school I passed an exam to study a children dental course at the university of medicine in 1995. I was on this course 3 years.
I was worried about somethings on the first day. I asked myself a lot of questions before I went to the new school such as: how school was, how my new friends were, how my new teachers were, how my studying was...and so on.
My life changed completely from that day. I had to leave my parent's house, my hometown, my old teachers and my close friends. I went to Ho Chi Minh city which was a new, strange place. I lived with my aunt. It was a new accommodation. I couldnot do anything I like.
My father picked me up from school because I didn't know the streets to school by myself. There were lots of cars, motorbikes, bicycles and people on the streets.
When I came to my class around at 6.30am there were 31 students there. Then the principle met us to welcome all the new students. After that, we were told the study schedule, all subjects which we would study in the first year, the rules of school, the tuition fee...etc
I didn't wear white ao dai but I wore a white coat and a nurse's hat when I attended the class.
I still remember that all my classmates were very strange on the first day. Everyone came from other provinces. After that, we became close friends. And now we are still close friends, even though we got married and have children. We usually meet each other and always share our experience in our work, our happiness or sadness in our lives.
Introduce myself
Hello everybody,
I'm Chau Long. I'm 32 years old. I was born in Go Cong, Tien Giang province. I have three brothers and one sister. I'm a dental assistant. I have been working at the National Hospital of Odonto Stomatology for 10 years. I got married last year. I have no children yet. My husband is Phuc Nguyen. He is 40 years old and is living in the US. We are waiting for our reunion day in America.
I study English 2 nights a week at Mark's house. Mark is a teacher from England.
I like to study English in order to communicate with foreigners and read professional books in English.
I think this is the best way to improve my occupation skills. I would like to study more and more to become a good dental assistant in the future.
I'm Chau Long. I'm 32 years old. I was born in Go Cong, Tien Giang province. I have three brothers and one sister. I'm a dental assistant. I have been working at the National Hospital of Odonto Stomatology for 10 years. I got married last year. I have no children yet. My husband is Phuc Nguyen. He is 40 years old and is living in the US. We are waiting for our reunion day in America.
I study English 2 nights a week at Mark's house. Mark is a teacher from England.
I like to study English in order to communicate with foreigners and read professional books in English.
I think this is the best way to improve my occupation skills. I would like to study more and more to become a good dental assistant in the future.
Friday, September 18, 2009
FIRST DAY AT THE SCHOOL
That’s also the first time I left my home. My first teacher was a close friend with my mother so I attended this school early one year. I still remember it as yesterday!
I got up early without any help. I washed and dressed myself and wore cheerful new clothes. I sat in the saddle behind my mom. I sang all the songs in my mind and asked my mom about whatever I saw on the way. My mom took me into the shop which sold a lot of foods. I ate the hutieu noodles. It was very delicious. My mom showed me some healthy foods because she just took me that time. She told me some new things which made my heart more excited. We came to the school on time when pupils stood in lines to enter the classes. I was confused so I followed my mom closely. My mom returned after she talked with my teacher and said goodbye to me. I cried loudly and ran to her. I grabbed at her one hand and held the flagpole with the other. Everyone looked at me. I calmed down when my teacher came to me with solt manners. I kissed my mom and went with my teacher.
My first teacher retired 2 years ago. She’s always a respectable teacher in my mind.
I got up early without any help. I washed and dressed myself and wore cheerful new clothes. I sat in the saddle behind my mom. I sang all the songs in my mind and asked my mom about whatever I saw on the way. My mom took me into the shop which sold a lot of foods. I ate the hutieu noodles. It was very delicious. My mom showed me some healthy foods because she just took me that time. She told me some new things which made my heart more excited. We came to the school on time when pupils stood in lines to enter the classes. I was confused so I followed my mom closely. My mom returned after she talked with my teacher and said goodbye to me. I cried loudly and ran to her. I grabbed at her one hand and held the flagpole with the other. Everyone looked at me. I calmed down when my teacher came to me with solt manners. I kissed my mom and went with my teacher.
My first teacher retired 2 years ago. She’s always a respectable teacher in my mind.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
The most enjoyable thing that I do in my free time
Today, I'll tell you about my most enjoyable thing that I do in my free time. It's my chat with my husband.
First, I like to chat with my husband because it improves our communication. He and I are living apart. He is living in the US and I'm in Viet Nam. Therefore, we need to exchange information together about our daily lives. That is our happiness. When we chat, we can type, talk and see each other. We usually talk about things of the day which is who we met or what we have done. We also talk about our parents, our friends, our work...and so on. Besides, I can ask him about my English studying. I practise English with him. On the order hand, he helps me to correct my pronunciation, grammar or he explains words that I misunderstand. Moreover, he gives me lots of good advice for my life or my decision or my plans. In particular, he always encourage me when I failed in my job, my studying...
Second, I only chat with my husband on weekend because we are too busy during the week. Everyday, as soon as we wake up, we are busy preparing for our activities during the day. After a hard work day, we are so tired. We only talk for a short time. Besides, the time difference is12 hours.( VN is ahead) .
In conclusion, although my husband and I live far away, I feel relaxed after I chat with him. I think, if our lives are busy or boring, we should find some good entertainment in our free time to reduce our stress in order to feel our lives are getting better and better.
First, I like to chat with my husband because it improves our communication. He and I are living apart. He is living in the US and I'm in Viet Nam. Therefore, we need to exchange information together about our daily lives. That is our happiness. When we chat, we can type, talk and see each other. We usually talk about things of the day which is who we met or what we have done. We also talk about our parents, our friends, our work...and so on. Besides, I can ask him about my English studying. I practise English with him. On the order hand, he helps me to correct my pronunciation, grammar or he explains words that I misunderstand. Moreover, he gives me lots of good advice for my life or my decision or my plans. In particular, he always encourage me when I failed in my job, my studying...
Second, I only chat with my husband on weekend because we are too busy during the week. Everyday, as soon as we wake up, we are busy preparing for our activities during the day. After a hard work day, we are so tired. We only talk for a short time. Besides, the time difference is12 hours.( VN is ahead) .
In conclusion, although my husband and I live far away, I feel relaxed after I chat with him. I think, if our lives are busy or boring, we should find some good entertainment in our free time to reduce our stress in order to feel our lives are getting better and better.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Vu Lan ceremony
In Vietnam the Vu Lan ceremony has become important day. It's part of Vietnam's spiritual culture. This time is approaching on 15th July. So i will tell you what origin and meaning are.
1/ What is Vulan's origin?
In the past, Bodhisattva Kien Lien was one of the most outstanding disciple in Buddhism. He had good skills to do what he wanted. One time, he used his superhuman eyes to find people who needed his help. He saw, his mother, Mrs Thanh Đe, was pale and scraggy body. She was in solitary confinement with hard labour in hell. He knew that was result of wicked, greedy and deceptive habits. He took pity on her. He used his talent to offer foods for her. But the foods suddenly became light coals in her hands. He came back and asked Buddha for some advices. Finally, he got the solution and he presented foods with all sincerity on 15th July when all the monks will pray on. Buddha believed that way could reduce her guil. The soul of Thanh Đe and the others were saved by this oppotunity.
So the Vietnamese took Kien Lien as an example for a child'love. the Vu Lan ceremony has been organized on 15th July annually since.
2/ What is Vulan'meaning?
the Vulan ceremony remind us of our gratitude to parents, grandparents, ancestors and Heroes who died for peace in our country. And it also help us to become good citizens by cultural humanity Buddhism.
There is 4 graces in Buddhism
- From parents: they bear and take care of us
- From teachers: they impart their knowledges
- From Heros: they keep peace
- From the others: they product things to develop our lives
How to show my love?
People go to the Buddhist temple. If your parents live, you will wear a red rose on your left side chest. If your parents have died, you would wear a white rose.
People will pray for the salvation of souls. People sit down and hear the leader of monks say what is right and wrong.
In the family, you make a big feast to present to your ancestors. You can eat what you want but you eat no meat. this will show all your sincerity.
Children buy flowers and do anything which their parent asked. Doing good work yourself!
1/ What is Vulan's origin?
In the past, Bodhisattva Kien Lien was one of the most outstanding disciple in Buddhism. He had good skills to do what he wanted. One time, he used his superhuman eyes to find people who needed his help. He saw, his mother, Mrs Thanh Đe, was pale and scraggy body. She was in solitary confinement with hard labour in hell. He knew that was result of wicked, greedy and deceptive habits. He took pity on her. He used his talent to offer foods for her. But the foods suddenly became light coals in her hands. He came back and asked Buddha for some advices. Finally, he got the solution and he presented foods with all sincerity on 15th July when all the monks will pray on. Buddha believed that way could reduce her guil. The soul of Thanh Đe and the others were saved by this oppotunity.
So the Vietnamese took Kien Lien as an example for a child'love. the Vu Lan ceremony has been organized on 15th July annually since.
2/ What is Vulan'meaning?
the Vulan ceremony remind us of our gratitude to parents, grandparents, ancestors and Heroes who died for peace in our country. And it also help us to become good citizens by cultural humanity Buddhism.
There is 4 graces in Buddhism
- From parents: they bear and take care of us
- From teachers: they impart their knowledges
- From Heros: they keep peace
- From the others: they product things to develop our lives
How to show my love?
People go to the Buddhist temple. If your parents live, you will wear a red rose on your left side chest. If your parents have died, you would wear a white rose.
People will pray for the salvation of souls. People sit down and hear the leader of monks say what is right and wrong.
In the family, you make a big feast to present to your ancestors. You can eat what you want but you eat no meat. this will show all your sincerity.
Children buy flowers and do anything which their parent asked. Doing good work yourself!
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