July 2024
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To have a home
For young people in their 20s and 30s with a monthly income of around 15-20 million VND, a university degree, and job opportunities in the city, there seem to be three main housing options: 1. Living with roommates and renting far from the city center. They can save half of their monthly salary, accumulate savings Continue reading
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“Unique,” “Original,” and “Irreplaceable”
Today was incredibly productive; I managed to write two essays back-to-back, and I’m quite pleased with both. As I was leaving home to teach this afternoon, a phrase often used in American pop culture came to mind: “I’m unlike any other” or “There’s no one like me.” These expressions are used with a positive connotation, Continue reading
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Pronunciation and Calligraphy
Recently, I have been contemplating the similarities between pronunciation in language learning and calligraphy in the world of art. The more I think about it, the more I realize how closely related these two disciplines are, as both pronunciation and calligraphy require a conscious and artistic approach. They demand focus and alertness, even a certain Continue reading
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