Hanoi Next Week

We're going to Hanoi in Vietnam next week. It's my summer vacation — we have to take five days, but can take them at any time up to the end of September. We figure an early autumn trip should be more pleasant than going anywhere at the height of summer.

It's the second time in Vietnam for me, as we went to Ho Chi Minh City some years ago. Knowing myself and knowing what to expect with Vietnamese food I am putting myself on a diet of sorts up until we leave. I know and accept that I will gain weight no matter what, but at least I can limit the overall impact a bit.

Pho. It's what's for breakfast. And lunch. And, probably, dinner. Why yes, I do like pho; why do you ask?