Jumbelita and Friends

(Halong Bay)
These last few weeks have been insanely busy! I said good-bye to a dear friend, got a new dog, went on a mission retreat, had an unexpected visit from a friend from Malawi, and hosted a last-minute Mexican brunch for twenty-five people. Needless to say, my life continues to be fulfilling and [...]

Home Sweet Home

Hanoi is slowly but surely beginning to feel like home. My neighborhood, centered around Truc Bach Lake, boasts numerous cool coffeehouses, restaurants, bia hoi (beer) joints, a Fivimart (my local grocery story), etc., but the best feature is the lively market directly across the street! Vendors with hoards of fresh fruits and vegetables, [...]