Vietnam: Scootering
04.1.2011 One marked difference from 18 years ago is the abundance of dust masks and helmets. The masks are a great idea, and block out the fumes and dust from all the open air scootering. And now Vietnamese law requires helmets for adults. They are as much a fashion statement as a safety measure. Colorful, designer, baseball cap-shaped, the helmets cost anywhere from $3 to $300. But, as one cabbie said, "Some are so cheap, if you drop them, they break."
With those safety standards in place, Emmy and I thought we'd join the throngs of scooterati and motor around the country too.
It was so much fun! She loved feeling the wind on her face and going fast. "Fasssst, Mommy" became a familiar phrase after this joyride. It was a little tricky when we hit stop and go traffic, but on the open roads in Bac Lieu, we had a jolly good time.
APRIL FOOLS!
Yuk yuk. That's not us. It totally looks like us though, right?
Reader Comments (7)
I totally thought it was you guys! Joke's on me!
I almost fell for it, but then, I noticed the feet, and I was sure it wasn't you. The person's feet weren't bad, but yours are better! I love the Vietnam posts! Very interesting!
That's a great gotcha, kiddo... I was just about to send you a check so you could afford to go have your sweet head examined:).
I am such a sucker - I totally fell for it! I have to admit that I was scrutinizing Emmy's head to see if "you" had a helmet on her!
You got me. The kid's polka dot pants were so VietKieu-looking. Seriously, did GD or you try riding one? They *are* fun.
I'm so proud I got all of you smarty pants! NFGM, this sweet head welcomes checks of any kind for any reason. NBC Viewer: Yes, we did. Post and pics to come.
Hey, while you're there, can you take a picture of what the Bun' nuoc leo` Bac Lieu is really all about? The stinky goodness where it all began.