Monthly Archives: July 2009

July 21 I flew back to the US from Hong Kong–connecting in Japan. I took a picture in the Tokyo airport just for Chad! July 22 I arrived at LAX. The officer who took the customs forms congratulated me on … Continue reading →

I took the ferry to Lamma Island today. It is one of the major islands of Hong Kong. And no motor vehicles are allowed there. I walked from one end of it to the other. I had a lobster lunch … Continue reading →

Hong Kong central was littered with Phillipino women! The were all–over–the–place: parks, courtyards, sidewalks, and a few streets. They posted up with blankets, bottled drinks, and food. It’s Sunday: their day of rest and catching up. I read that Phillipinos … Continue reading →

July 17 I had a long two days ahead of me. I would spend most of today in Brunei, fly to Malaysia in the evening, then fly to Hong Kong early the next morning. I only had three days in … Continue reading →

I spoke with a tour guide today. Her English was impressive. She showed me all the great tours from her brochure. However, all the prices were high (1st-world prices). Unfortunately, I wouldn’t be doing any sort of tour in Brunei. … Continue reading →