Tuesday

Tuesday Morning:

The water level is slowly going down. It has gone down about six inches so far. They now say that this is the worst flooding in Hanoi for 40 years, and the worst flooding here ever. The water level in the drainage canals and lakes near the university are at the same level as the streets.

We are lucky to have power from a generator during the day (between 10 am and 5 pm). Occasionally we have internet access too. Sadly, there is no running water anymore. We can flush the toilet with brownish water that I suspect is pumped in from outside the front steps (not sure I want to know where it goes). We are using bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth but it seems it will still be a little while until I have a shower.

Bryce and Maggie waded out this morning for some breakfast. It seems that fruit and veggies have doubled in price. The market has only a few vendors and they're taking advantage of it.

All in all, we're doing well. Yet again, I have been reminded of how easy my life usually is.