From Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet

September 4, 2007 ·  

Green. Palms. Dragon fruit trees. Knee-high grass. Foothill mountains. Rice paddy fields. Shrubs that house vibrant flowers. Geckos that scale the walls. Gardens that supply the entire village with food. Pineapples before they’re ripe. Watermelons. Basil leaves that flavor the pho soup. Vegetables that accompany the fresh spring rolls in rice paper. Mint leaves tasted and smelled at every meal. Onions that top each dish. Aloe Vera after a long day in the fiery sun. US dollars that are accepted everywhere. Green.

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