We were in Hanoi long enough that we were able to revisit places we enjoyed. Culturally we found a lot to keep us involved as well. There is still much more we could have done and seen.
Granted bikes are used more as hand carts or mini cargo movers here, look at this bike and for a moment think about she is moving all breakable delicate things.
First, how did she load it up?
Second, how far is she bringing it?
Third, how will she unpack it?
Fourth, perish the thought, but what if it went down?
Five, think, about this is her life. Moving these items on a bike to make her ends meet. My guess is she doesn't get a weekend. Nor does she have vacation days, or medical insurance. I am in awe, and again, thank my lucky stars for my origin of birth.
Notice she has the center post to hold on to and the sandbar is modified, and extended. This isn't a one time thing or a surprise, but this is her job. Day in and day out. Get these breakables delivered.....wow!
The French used it alot on the locals to help quell the calls for the French to leave their country. This wasn't a very imposing prison really, but any prison is just that, a lack of freedom, and that in and of itself is a pain I hope to never have to endure.
Time permitting I hope to update with some videos later...