Memories of HTC-PFAC School

This picture was taken in front of the HTC-PFAC School office... a Vietnamese family wanted a picture with their teacher before leaving for the United States.

An Open Letter from Do Hanh Quyen

Together and then separate. It seems that it's the rule of life. Living here in a free country which is not my own for more than three years, I have met many kinds of people- good and bad. I thank God for giving me a chance to meet you... to become your student. You have trained me to become what I am today. I have studied in HTC-PFAC for three years and I've studied with you for nearly three years, too. Having known you for a long time, I understand how much you love the Vietnamese people in general and how much you love us, your students in particular. You are not Vietnamese but your heart and your mind are like the Vietnamese. You always think and try to do what is helpful to us Vietnamese people. You have cared for us and touched us with your enthusiasm and sincerity... with your compassion. You have given us your knowledge and experiences very openly. We've had a wonderful time studying with you. But in this life, nothing is permanent. All good thing must come to an end. The time has come for you to go far away from us. Before you leave, I have nothing for you. I just have these sincere words, from the bottom of my heart. I want to wish you happiness and success in your new life. Thank you for what you've done for us. I will forever remember your generosity. God will repay you for all your kindness. I will surely think of you in my prayers. God bless you, teacher, and good luck!

Do Hanh Quyen
June 2, 1992

HTC-PFAC School Ground 1989

My Former Student Huong Thao's Heartfelt Letter (May 31, 1992)

One day Huong Thao and I will meet again.

Tuan, Huong Thao, My Ly and Kiera (San Diego, CA 2008)

PFAC Palawan
May 31, 1992

Dear Sir,

The time has gone so rapidly. Just more than two years studying in your class and you're now leaving your students, leaving behind your back those golden times that you had spent with us in order to reunite with your beloved betterhalf. It's too painful when we're far away from one another but we're just human beings who deserve to enjoy the best in life. I know you are now anxious about everything for the future, how to live for the better tomorrow, and how to manage your new family. You have to start out a new life totally. But I guess, with your competence, you'll be able to overcome all the challenges that come your way.

I wish you all success and happiness in your new life. You are a very good teacher. Everything that you have imparted to us is really meaningful especially to me. Having been with you for two years, I have had lots of wonderful and unforgettable experiences that I'll definitely never forget and that I will carry with me wherever I go. With your gracious support, guidance, and love, you have completely built me up to what I have become today.

I'd like to say thank you from the buttom of my heart. "Our deepest gratitude, our tearful and heartfelt farewell..."

On behalf of the Grade 12 students, THANK YOU! I will pray for your future family. I hope all your dreams become a reality.

Your student,
Huong Thao

P.S. I hope we can meet again someday in the future. So we shouldn't say "Good bye" now, 'coz goodbye is forever- we never meet each other again.

Huong Thao and I are yet to be reunited.  She lives in Houston, Texas and is married.

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