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Tell us how your really feel, Dr. Greg.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/July/2025 @ 10:38 am
Gary, yes, it is much easier to get warm than to stay cool. No more winters in my life these days, so it is all about sweat.
Compared to the Philippines, Korea is first class first world caliber. Everything is relative.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/July/2025 @ 10:38 am
Daeguowl, I don’t spend as much time in front of the TV these days, but maybe a dose of Dexter would be worthwhile. Thanks for the tips!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/July/2025 @ 10:33 am
Brian, I have Blue Cross as part of my retirement, but no one takes it over here. I’m supposed to pay out of pocket and then file a claim for reimbursement. My “emergency plan” is a credit card with a $15,000+ limit should I need to get admitted to a hospital. I also have a savings account I could dip into if need be.
The dollar to peso exchange is still higher than it was when I moved here. I should be okay with fluctuations in the dollar value provide the US government doesn’t declare bankruptcy.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/July/2025 @ 10:32 am
Terry, yeah, the dumb AI misinterpreted the meaning of “Hash.” I got a chuckle when it suggested instead of doing Hash I should find a healthy alternative like walking. We are doomed if AI takes over.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/July/2025 @ 10:27 am
Kev, Tom unfriended me over ten years ago now. His loss.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/July/2025 @ 12:01 pm
Brian, for missing the Hash last week…
» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/July/2025 @ 12:00 pm
Brian, good times, indeed! Thanks for the HK tips, we enjoyed strolling around Hollywood.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 15/July/2025 @ 9:18 am
Thanks!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/July/2025 @ 9:12 pm
Mike, what’s the point of being a tourist if you don’t eat like the locals don’t, right? 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/July/2025 @ 10:17 am
Kev, first time there so nothing really to compare it with. The train loaded up at the airport stop, and there was lots of pedestrian traffic in town. No where near as busy as Da Nang. Great infrastructure in HK. Yeah, I just hope that don’t find any of my anti-CCP posts on the internet.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/July/2025 @ 10:16 am
Man, the stupid is deep with me. Bahn isn’t banh, I know that on some level.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/July/2025 @ 10:19 am
Kev, man does not live by bread alone–scum and villainy are like dessert.
Yes, just add three zeros to the menu price.
I’ve had Tiger before (it’s a Singapore brew), and it’s a good-tasting light beer. Given the options, I was happy to get reacquainted.
Yes, I described that lobster wrong…the tail was the least of it.
Upriver was what I meant to say. When it comes to writing it right, I’m up the creek without a paddle.
I’m in Hong Kong today and already missing the fun I had in Da Nang. If and when I return, I will definitely seek out some new dining venues. Still lots to explore there. I need to go back to Hoi An, which is purported to be the Bahn Mi capital of Vietnam.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/July/2025 @ 1:13 pm
Kev, it were indeed!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 12/July/2025 @ 4:53 pm
More like the 70s, Roger.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 12/July/2025 @ 4:53 pm
Daeguowl, Okay, then my guess was right. I’ve owned timeshares in the past and lost money on the deal. Glad to know that Karma is legit. That also explains why the Karma “hotel” in Hoi An wasn’t really a hotel, but more of a rented timeshare situation.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/July/2025 @ 1:00 pm
Yeah, Brian. She is such a copycat!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 12/July/2025 @ 4:52 pm
Kev, Damn, I didn’t make the Zodiac calendar connection. I’m such an unobservant dunce sometimes.
Not how much a trekking pole would help on those narrow and uneven steps. I used my hands on the ground in places.
Thanks for the translation. At least I guessed right. I’m told the American airbase was within hearing distance from the tunnel.
Yeah, I figure it was probably one of those “timeshare” type things. I fell for that a couple of times when I was a younger man.
At least I’ve been consistent with my bad spelling over the years. No matter how you spell it, it’s a good-tasting sandwich. Maybe it’s the French connection. I also enjoy the French Dip.
I do appreciate the Buddhist lessons. It’s an interesting religion. I’m not a believer, but it sounds like I’m gonna be screwed if they have it right. Damn, my do-over idea of heaven turns out to be hell defined. Now what?
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/July/2025 @ 8:49 pm
Dr. Greg, we are doing a dinner cruise on the river tonight that includes the fireworks show and the fire breathing dragon.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/July/2025 @ 8:39 pm
I haven’t heard a thing about that, Roger. Maybe the news isn’t Justin.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/July/2025 @ 8:37 pm
Who knows where the time goes?
No idea, Roger. If I pass a store, I’ll check.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/July/2025 @ 8:50 pm
Kev, if you know Buffett, you have great taste in music!
Thanks for some Buddhist tidbits to munch on. Interesting stuff.
Yes, some of the buildings had signage that they were not for public access.
I’m glad to learn that that bodhisattva of compassion has a forgiving nature. I’d love to taste her nectar.
Robin Williams sang that “Da Nang me” lyric in the clip I posted. I need to re-watch the whole movie.
The temple is the only place I’ve seen cherry blossoms in full bloom. It must be a special undertaking.
Damn, your comment quotes pointed out another mental lapse of mine…in one paragraph, I call the Dirty Fingers owner “Scott,” and in the next, I call him “Steve.” Damn, that’s lame, even by my low standards. For the record, his name is Scott. I don’t know what the requirements are for owning a business here. Didn’t get into much details in our brief conversation, but I assume he has a Vietnamese wife. I’m not sure if he speaks any of the language, but he’s been living here for ten years or more, if I remember correctly.
Nope, same as with my trip to Saigon, I don’t feel any commie oppression here. I don’t think the government gets that involved with policing the citizens unless someone crosses the line. The locals I’ve spoken to, like my driver Tom, speak highly of their leaders.
My day began early, and it is ending late. I will probably have to do the Hoi An report tomorrow.
Thanks again for the enlightening comment. I don’t use AI, but maybe I need to.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 10/July/2025 @ 9:35 pm
Thanks for sharing, Satan.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 10/July/2025 @ 9:08 pm
Kev, yeah, I’m guilty as a Korean. I just posted about last night’s dining experience at a Texas BBQ venue. Damn, it was good!
The beaches and streets are infinitely cleaner here. It’s nice to see that the locals don’t have a litter culture like back home in the PI.
Prices for food in the tourist district aren’t exorbitant, probably similar to the nicer places in Barretto. I’m paying slightly more for beer though (180 pesos versus 100 back home).
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/July/2025 @ 8:21 pm
Kev, my driver recommended a place not too far from my hotel (walking distance) named, Umm. Sounds tasty enough. I’ll report back on the experience tomorrow. I’ll look up the other places you suggest and see where they are, but I’m running out of time, so maybe, maybe not.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/July/2025 @ 8:15 pm
Roger that! 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/July/2025 @ 8:08 pm
Barley, Banh mi is what I’m going to try and find tonight.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/July/2025 @ 8:08 pm
Dr. Greg, that’s hilarious. My driver told me about Dirty Fingers, and the shortly after eating there, I see your recommendation. Just finished posting about the experience, and it was a good one. Keep your kisses to yourself! 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/July/2025 @ 8:07 pm
Thanks for the tips, Brian. Yeah, I’ll do some exploring in Hong Kong on Saturday. Provided my flight isn’t delayed again.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/July/2025 @ 8:04 pm
«« Back To Stats PageKevin, welcome back! I had to go re-read my post to see if I’d f’d up and said “abroad” instead of “aboard,” but now I see the joke you intended. As for becoming a broad, this ain’t Thailand, so I should be okay.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 08/July/2025 @ 9:27 am