@Sploke77
Solomon Islander expat in Vietnam
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Solomon Islander
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 15 August 2012
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Signs to show marriage by Sploke77
In most Western and developed countries, when a girl gets married, she wears a ring on her finger to show her current 'attached' state. Is this the same practice in Vietnam? Or are 'modern' girls deviating?
MIA: dun get uptight, I said: to each his own, right? You have your lifestyle, I have mine. But your 'picture' look so young, cannot believe you are in forties?? Thanks to modern technology, we get instant messages and feedbacks.. What will we do ... Read More
Signs to show marriage by Sploke77
In most Western and developed countries, when a girl gets married, she wears a ring on her finger to show her current 'attached' state. Is this the same practice in Vietnam? Or are 'modern' girls deviating?
If I remember correctly, wasn't a part of the notarization of marriage the ritual of 'exchange of rings', and then , you may now 'kiss the bride'? I had worn that gold band since then. To each his/her own, but I , for one, will take this object on ... Read More
Signs to show marriage by Sploke77
In most Western and developed countries, when a girl gets married, she wears a ring on her finger to show her current 'attached' state. Is this the same practice in Vietnam? Or are 'modern' girls deviating?
Why I ask is that I noticed a certain lady is ring-less. But when I chatted with her further, she said she only got married a month ago and have no kid yet. She seemed sincere and I wasn't looking for a gf.. Read More
Signs to show marriage
In most Western and developed countries, when a girl gets married, she wears a ring on her finger to show her current 'attached' state. Is this the same practice in Vietnam? Or are 'modern' girls deviating? Read More
strangers in condo by Rany01
I'm living currently in PHM Riverside Residence. Unfortunately, it seems that place is open for everybody. The pool, the gym...everything is used by many strangers. After several complains to the building management, nothing changed! what about ...
THD: very much so and I am sure you agree. They just have the upper hand when it comes to return of monies! No recourse to law for us , right? Read More
P M S cream by Sploke77
Hi does anyone know where to buy Progesterone Cream (for women use) here in this city? Tried 2 foreign pharmacies to no avail. Thanks
Khanh and Noah: thanks for kind offers. Have ordered the stuff from Amazon.com of US. Very popular cream, it seems. Read More
strangers in condo by Rany01
I'm living currently in PHM Riverside Residence. Unfortunately, it seems that place is open for everybody. The pool, the gym...everything is used by many strangers. After several complains to the building management, nothing changed! what about ...
Rany: it's good you can just move at a momemt's whim. We just signed for another year and do not relish losing 2 months' deposit for breaking lease. So, bear and stay on , although some drilling work done at the evening is pretty disturbing.. Read More
P M S cream by Sploke77
Hi does anyone know where to buy Progesterone Cream (for women use) here in this city? Tried 2 foreign pharmacies to no avail. Thanks
Hi thanks for offer. I believe many women suffer from Pre Menstrual Syndrome (aka PMS) and their Progesterone levels decreases, 1-2 weeks prior period. The cream when rubbed on, increases the said hormonal level and alleviates the plethora of ... Read More
P M S cream
Hi does anyone know where to buy Progesterone Cream (for women use) here in this city? Tried 2 foreign pharmacies to no avail. Thanks Read More
Serious question to all you starving college students. by Tran Hung Dao
I've seen alot of interest in college students coming on this Expat-Blog to inquire about language exchanges and since I'm a sucker for Charity projects, I have some serious questions to ask all you "starving college students" (meaning POOR students ...
Aibiet could have PM THD and we all will be none the wiser what transpired between them. Wouldn't that be a better option than such wide exposure? Read More
job in singapore by niluv
How to find jobs for foreigners in singapore ? Im currently in singapore.
As they say: the sun rises in the east and sets in the west. Things will go round full circle! We will watch how far you can go with such sneaky traits of yours mirroring your personality! Pride goes before a FALL! Lady... Read More
Where can I get Malaysian/Singapore stuff in HCMC ? by ytjnm234
Hi guys, I'm Malaysian in Hanoi , will go to HCMC for a week soon. I wonder where can I get Malaysian or Singaporean stuff like ingredient, canned food, source and etc... It's not easy to find in Hanoi and not many Malaysian or Singaporean foods ...
Quite surprised. Thought that Hanoi will have big supermarts that stock stuffs from all over the world. In dist 7, Phu my Hung and favorite shopping place is Giant Supermart at Crescent Mall. Read More
English speaking foreigners - FRIENDS by mikieunguyen
Hi (: I really really wanna make friends with foreigners,especially E-speaking people. Well, it's not that I dont wanna become friends with Vietnamese or other people ): Well, actually, I doooo! But it'sjust kinda my priority now as I really need to ...
Please kindly explain how does one 'improvise' the English language? Very curious to know.. Read More
Places to visit in Vung Tau by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in Vung Tau, what would you suggest to discover the region? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Vung Tau, the tourist sites? How to visit the ...
Take the cable car up the hill, there is an entertainment centre with movies and fun sports and pony rides, thrilling cable slides and mini f1 race cars. Also some animals scattered over the place. Or else climb 1000 over steps to reach top of ... Read More
Eating places by Sploke77
Hello, other than that Gan Hao along Tran Phu which seems a rip off, any other places in VT with decent Vietnamese food? Could be sea food or Asian. Thanks
Correction, I was at Gan Hao last night and it was okay. The trick is to know how to order like specify how heavy in grams is that fish you want grilled and specify exactly the type and manner of cooking for all sea food. It wasn't so bad and quite ... Read More