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  1. Paula Agins
    October 13, 2016 @ 12:18

    Was just wondering when you would send an update. Great photos and story about your travels!!!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:09

      Thanks, Paula. It’s been hard to keep up with it all. Too much to do here.

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  2. Lori
    October 13, 2016 @ 12:39

    WOW!!!!! Love, love, love! What a fabulous experience!!! Beautiful pics!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:10

      Thank you, and congratulations!

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  3. Susanne Murphy
    October 13, 2016 @ 13:07

    There is so much of wonder in our world, isn’t there?

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:10

      It’s good to get out and see it every now and then!

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  4. Karen Champ
    October 13, 2016 @ 13:59

    So facinating! I Love your updates!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:11

      Glad to hear it, Karen. Feel free to publicize my blog in Panther Tracks!

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  5. LInda Wight
    October 13, 2016 @ 16:24

    Hi Tim, love the pictures- you are experiencing a lot of different cultures and a lot of tradition- good think you’re in good shape. The children are very joyful. INteresting to see the fields after rice harvested and the tea field and buffalo. STay well – keep studying ! The autumn leaves here in Maine are very beautiful right now. . THanks for sharing Love Linda

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:12

      I’m missing the leaves and the crisp air right now, but I know I won’t miss winter!

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  6. Cindy Cassidy
    October 13, 2016 @ 17:40

    Seems like you fit right in as you’ve had a “typical Tim adventure!” Cheers to you (couldn’t resist another toast) as you get the opportunity to enrich these beautiful children’s daily lives!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:13

      You would have loved this experience, I’m sure!

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  7. Deidre
    October 13, 2016 @ 19:11

    It does seem like a dream after reading your words and looking at your beautiful photos. Glad you are eating well and maybe you will bring back some good recipes when you return! You look wonderful and so happy. You are like a celebrity there! You picked a perfect time to leave the USA and hopefully are not hearing much about the Presidential campaign. It’s sort of like two parents fighting for custody in an angry battle and we the voters are like the children. Awful! Enjoy every minute of this magical place! We miss seeing you!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:17

      Unfortunately, the fighting comes through loud and clear here. The Vietnamese are very interested in the election, not only because it’s something they don’t experience here, but because they wonder how the outcome will affect them. One thing’s for sure – they love Obama. They are still talking about his visit here earlier this year.

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  8. Bruce Yarnall
    October 13, 2016 @ 19:54

    It looks amazing Tim. I can’t wait to hear more about it when you return to our part of the world.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:18

      Yes, there’s always more to the story.

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  9. Millie
    October 13, 2016 @ 20:18

    We are starved for Tim’s stories..TU for this one. Just wonderful!
    Love, K…Millie

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:19

      Wish this was all I had to do – maybe after January I’ll be able to write more.

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  10. Malana Ashlie
    October 14, 2016 @ 01:19

    Great story and wonderful photos. I love the idea of the many toast. What a fabulous experience. Look forward to the next post. ~ Malana

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:21

      The traditions are fun and sincere. Sometimes I long for Spanish, where I could at least understand half of what people were saying.

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  11. Monica Schnee
    October 14, 2016 @ 03:37

    What a great moment! Every time you post, I can’t help but compare our experiences, two countries in South East Asia, two worlds apart. I loved the faces, the joy of the kids to have you there and the pride they all show. They are so incredibly generous and open with their schools. The countryside still retains so much of what it must have been. I love it all, Tim. Thanks for sharing and for making sure that your spectacular pictures tell the story.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:25

      Thanks, Monica. Living in this region makes you realize just how diverse it is. I’m also realizing things are not all close together – you’re 2000 miles away!

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  12. Ruby
    October 15, 2016 @ 18:18

    What a beautiful place Tim! I’m glad to see and hear what is captivating for you. I can totally relate to all the toasts during dinner. You better get better at chopsticks or you’ll go hungry! Love the water buffalo. xo ruby

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 16, 2016 @ 05:28

      Yes, I’ve thought of Morocco a lot while here. The traditions and formalities (especially the tea rituals) are similar. Hope you and Hassan are having a good year!

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  13. Betsy
    October 16, 2016 @ 09:31

    Great pics Tim. We miss you.!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 18, 2016 @ 23:36

      Thank you! Miss you guys, too.

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  14. Jeanne Steinnagel
    October 19, 2016 @ 12:33

    Wow Tim!! Your photos are fantastic! You have really captured the spirit and excitement of the celebration!! What kind of camera are you using? You know I am a photo fanatic.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 20, 2016 @ 01:35

      Thanks, Jeanne! I’m using a Nikon D5300, mostly with a Sigma 18-200 lens. I also have a prime lens and a GoPro (which I haven’t used much).

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  15. Sally M
    October 24, 2016 @ 07:42

    I really enjoyed your post today!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      October 24, 2016 @ 09:27

      Thanks, Sally! Nice to hear from you.

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