Yes, I saw you, Em Be

Its our 2nd visit to the gynae this morning, and we finally got to see the little fellow and his extraordinary fast heartbeat. From the ultra sound scan, we could only figure out where his/her head and body is. His height now....1.87....cm. That's cute, and I wish he could reach 1.87 one day. If it turns out to be a girl, then 1.67 is enough or else she will tower over most guys.

Due to Thao's small frame and the apparent lack of tummy protrusion, I still ask if she is really pregnant, until this morning. The little fellow is right there, waiting to grow up till he/she is ready to come out of mommy's womb. We have already started short-listing some possible names. I cant wait till the 4th month when we will know if its a boy or a girl, then we can reduce the list to half.

Coincidently, we started being together on this very day 8 years ago. 8 years later, we are having our little family, well almost. All this while, there was never any doubt that she is the one for me. The little fellow is a creation of our love and commitment for each other.


Here is the little fellow at 9 weeks old and sleeping soundly in mommy's womb. The head is at the lower part and his pulsating heart is nearer to the top of the cashew nut shape

She has got the Eye for Pictures

I like this shot. Its just special. The wife has got talent.



A shot by Thao, of her father barbecuing some beef by the gate.

Chaos on the Streets of HCMC

It was the wedding night of Bao and Phuong. I brought my camera to take some shots of them, as this is the first time I seen them together as a couple. They have been friends for ages.

Halfway through the banquet, the 2 big screens beside the stage was showing "Live" telecast of the AFF Suzuki Cup Final between Vietnam and Thailand. I wondered if they knew about this arrangement in advance, as I can imagine not many couples will be happy with that.

But the Vietnamese love their football, players and their coach, a Portuguese who stayed in the country long enough to gain the support of the locals.

The last minute goal by the Vietnam team brought loud cheers from the guest, just as the banquet is about to end. Minutes later, revelers were out in full force, speeding through the streets on their motorbikes with the Vietnam flag fluttering in the air. Huy wanted to see the celebrations, i hopped onto his bike and make our way to the city center. At every junction, traffic came to a standstill, we managed to squeeze through some, thanks to his aggressive riding skills. Meanwhile, I was happily taking pictures from the pillion seat. The atmosphere was electic, but suffocating at the same time. After about 2 hours, I was feeling giddy from carbon monoxide inhalation and decided to call it quits. That was enough pictures and fun for the night.


Last minute goal seen from the wedding banquet hall.