Great Times in Central Vietnam

At the Khai Dinh Mausoleum in Hue

We have been in the old capitol of Vietnam, Hue (pronounce ha-way), since yesterday. This city is situated on the perfume river (which Sam came up with a great story about why it is called that). It has been very hot and humid, but we all are enjoying our time in this historical town. We had a chance to visit the citadel yesterday and enjoy some of Vietnam's great history. Today, we went to many different spots including Thien Mu Pagoda,, Minh Mang and Khai Dinh Mausoleums. We got to ride on a boat down the perfume river and visit the sites.

At Thien Mu pagoda

Earlier this week, we were able to help plant trees at kindergartens in A Luoi, Thua Thien Hue in the Central of Vietnam. We planted about 90 trees total at 3 different kindergartens.We worked together in the heat to finish the job. After we finished planting, we were able to interact with the kindergartners. We played games with them, heard Vietnamese children's songs, and even sang the U of M Fight Song.

Planting trees in A Luoi

Having fun with the kids

Brandon and Julie came up with a fight song for Hanoi University. Since Hanoi University does not have a fight song, colors, or a mascot, they decided that the Green and Brown Geckos would be best suited. (there have been some small lizards here and there!). Here are their lyrics to the tune of Hail to the Victors:

"Hail to Hanoi University,
Hail to the Green and Brown
Hail, Hail to Hanoi the place for us all!

Hail to Hanoi University,
Hail to the Green and Brown
Hail, Hail to Hanoi, hear the Geckos call

Go Gecks!"

Singing along

More great times to come soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!